Location: South East England
Contract: 12 Months
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Rate: £500-£600 per day
Sector: Renewable Energy / Utility-Scale Solar
Project: Industrial / Utility-Scale Solar Development
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to support the delivery of a major utility-scale solar project in the South East of England.
Working on behalf of the project delivery team, you will take responsibility for the electrical construction package throughout the build phase, overseeing site activities from installation through to testing, commissioning and handover.
This is a 12-month contract operating outside IR35 and would suit an experienced Electrical Construction Manager with a strong background in utility-scale solar, renewable energy, power generation or major electrical infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and coordinate all electrical construction activities across the solar project.
Oversee electrical subcontractors, supervisors and installation teams on site.
Manage the installation of electrical systems including DC cabling, AC cabling, inverters, transformers, switchgear, substations, earthing and associated balance-of-plant equipment.
Ensure electrical works are delivered safely and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, programme requirements and relevant UK standards.
Coordinate electrical activities with civil, mechanical and commissioning teams.
Review construction drawings, electrical designs, method statements, RAMS and technical documentation.
Monitor contractor performance, productivity and progress against the construction programme.
Identify potential programme delays, technical issues and construction risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
Manage interfaces between EPC contractors, subcontractors, equipment suppliers and the wider project team.
Lead regular electrical construction and progress meetings.
Ensure appropriate QA/QC procedures, inspections and testing requirements are followed.
Manage snagging, punch-list activities and close-out of electrical works.
Support energisation, testing and commissioning activities.
Ensure accurate construction records, test documentation and as-built information are maintained.
Provide regular progress updates and reporting to the Project Manager / Construction Director.
Maintain a strong focus on health, safety, quality and environmental standards throughout the project.
Candidate Requirements
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Significant experience working as an Electrical Construction Manager, Electrical Site Manager or Electrical Package Manager on major construction or energy projects.
Previous experience delivering utility-scale / industrial-scale solar projects is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of electrical construction within the renewable energy, power generation or HV infrastructure sectors.
Experience managing electrical subcontractors and multi-disciplinary site teams.
Good understanding of LV and HV electrical systems, transformers, switchgear, substations and associated electrical infrastructure.
Experience with electrical testing, commissioning and energisation activities.
Strong understanding of UK electrical standards, construction regulations and site HSE requirements.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications and construction documentation.
Strong commercial and programme awareness.
Excellent communication, leadership and contractor-management skills.
Ability to identify construction issues and drive practical solutions in a fast-paced project environment.
Qualifications
Relevant qualifications may include:
Electrical Engineering qualification, HNC/HND, degree or equivalent industry experience.
SMSTS or equivalent site-management qualification.
CSCS/ECS.
First Aid at Work.
Relevant electrical qualifications.
HV Authorised Person / Senior Authorised Person experience would be advantageous but is not essential
Salary description
£500.00 - £600.00 per day