Civil Site Manager
CV-LibraryBristolcontractPosted: 1 May 2026
Apply NowUrgent Requirement - Specialist Site Manager Needed - Immediate Start
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil Site Manager to support the delivery of a major 400kV Substation.
This role requires experience working on National Grid substations, with responsibility for site leadership, safety management and delivery of civils works on a complex infrastructure project.
The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with strict compliance standards.
What You'll Be Doing
Managing day-to-day site operations, including operatives and subcontractors
Leading delivery of civil works on power / substation projects
Producing and managing RAMS, construction phase plans and site documentation
Delivering toolbox talks, site inductions and daily briefings
Overseeing health, safety and quality compliance on site
Conducting site inspections and progress monitoring
Managing temporary works and safe systems of work (SSoW)
Supporting programme delivery and resolving on-site issues
Maintaining detailed site records, reports and documentationWhat They're Looking For
Experience as a PCSM on National Grid Substations up to 400kV
Strong understanding of health & safety, RAMS and site compliance
Excellent leadership and communication skillsEssential:
SMSTS
CP NSI 6&8
HSG47 Substations
SR163 Accreditation
Manuel Handling
Lifting SupervisorDesirable:
SSE Authorisation minimum of CAT1CWhy This Role Stands Out
Work on a major power infrastructure / substation project
Strong focus on site leadership and delivery responsibility
Long-term contract with 8-month duration, with scope for extensionImmediate start required - roles at this level move quickly
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil Site Manager to support the delivery of a major 400kV Substation.
This role requires experience working on National Grid substations, with responsibility for site leadership, safety management and delivery of civils works on a complex infrastructure project.
The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with strict compliance standards.
What You'll Be Doing
Managing day-to-day site operations, including operatives and subcontractors
Leading delivery of civil works on power / substation projects
Producing and managing RAMS, construction phase plans and site documentation
Delivering toolbox talks, site inductions and daily briefings
Overseeing health, safety and quality compliance on site
Conducting site inspections and progress monitoring
Managing temporary works and safe systems of work (SSoW)
Supporting programme delivery and resolving on-site issues
Maintaining detailed site records, reports and documentationWhat They're Looking For
Experience as a PCSM on National Grid Substations up to 400kV
Strong understanding of health & safety, RAMS and site compliance
Excellent leadership and communication skillsEssential:
SMSTS
CP NSI 6&8
HSG47 Substations
SR163 Accreditation
Manuel Handling
Lifting SupervisorDesirable:
SSE Authorisation minimum of CAT1CWhy This Role Stands Out
Work on a major power infrastructure / substation project
Strong focus on site leadership and delivery responsibility
Long-term contract with 8-month duration, with scope for extensionImmediate start required - roles at this level move quickly