Location: East London
Rate: £400/day (All Inclusive)
Duration: Initial contract through to March 2027
Start Date: Within the next 2 weeks
The Opportunity
My client is seeking an experienced M&E HV Installation Site Manager to oversee the delivery of high‑voltage electrical installation works on a major project in East London.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of work, with the potential for further contract extensions or subsequent project opportunities beyond the initial assignment.
Key Responsibilities
- Day-to-day management of site operations and installation activities.
- Supervision and coordination of subcontractors and direct labour.
- Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
- Managing site health & safety compliance and promoting a positive safety culture.
- Liaising with project management, engineering teams and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
- Reviewing RAMS, permits and site documentation.
- Monitoring progress against programme and identifying any risks to delivery.
- Conducting site inspections, toolbox talks and progress meetings.
- Ensuring all works are completed in line with project specifications and industry standards.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Site Manager on HV electrical infrastructure projects.
- Strong background in M&E and HV installation works.
- Experience managing subcontractors and site-based delivery teams.
- Good working knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements.
- Ability to work independently whilst maintaining strong communication with project stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
Essential Qualifications
- SMSTS
- First Aid at Work
Desirable Experience
- DNO project experience (UKPN, SSEN, WPD, ENWL, SPEN or similar).
- Experience working on ICP, utility or power infrastructure projects.
- Previous involvement in substation, cable installation or associated HV works.
Additional Information
- Grid authorisations are not required for this position.
- The successful candidate will be required on site within the next couple of weeks.
- Interviews are available immediately, with interview slots currently available from Wednesday afternoon (after 2:00pm).
Desired Skills and Experience
- HV Site Management
- High Voltage (HV)
- M&E Installation
- Electrical Infrastructure
- Power Distribution
- Substation Construction
- Cable Installation
- Utility Construction
- Site Management
- Site Supervision
- Construction Management
- Electrical Construction
- Project Delivery
- Health & Safety Management
- RAMS
- Permit to Work
- Toolbox Talks
- SMSTS
- First Aid at Work
- ICP Projects
- DNO Projects
- UK Power Networks (UKPN)
- SSEN
- SP Energy Networks (SPEN)
- Northern Powergrid
- Electricity North West (ENWL)
- National Grid
- Subcontractor Management
- Civil & Electrical Works
- Programme Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Quality Assurance
- Temporary Works
- CDM Regulations
- EHV/HV Projects
- Power Generation
- Energy Infrastructure
- Utilities
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M&E Site Manager - East London - 132kv Substation build employer: Progressive
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