Senior Site Manager – Solar in Birmingham

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and coordinating the construction activities of multiple subcontractors on-site (several projects in parallel).
• Monitoring and reporting construction activities, resources, and schedules, including overseeing the allocation for future tasks to prevent shortages or delays.
• Acting as the owner’s representative on-site, coordinating closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that projects are executed in alignment with all plans and requirements based on our work process (WPM) structure.
• Responsible for HSE on site, inspecting site safety practices, and addressing unsafe conditions promptly to meet HSE regulations consistently.
• Supporting quality inspections and their documentation, including photos, reports, and quality records.
• Supporting the identification, documentation, and resolution of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Planning construction works during the development phase and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilising integrated software systems built around lean construction and WPM principles to ensure accurate and transparent reporting.

Requirements

• Significant experience leading the construction of renewable energy projects, preferably photovoltaic projects, ideally with an electrical background.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, techniques, materials, and safety standards, including civil, electrical, and mechanical components.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams effectively.
• Proven ability to work closely with project managers, providing on-site support and ensuring alignment between field activities and project objectives with teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders on-site.
• Experience using project management and construction software, particularly tools designed for WPM and lean workflows.
• Process-oriented and structured way of working with a focus on problem-solving and fostering collaboration among diverse teams.
• Self-motivation and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to travel 80% in multi-week assignments.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to work on various project sites in core markets.