Site Manager (Onshore Cable)

Job description

Senior Site Manager – Onshore (UK, England)

• North East Yorkshire, UK

• 12-Month Contract

• Outside IR35

Spencer Ogden is partnering with a leading organisation in the energy infrastructure sector to recruit an experienced Senior Site Manager for a major onshore cable installation project in England.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a large-scale power transmission project, supporting the UK’s transition to a more sustainable energy network.

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The Role

As Senior Site Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing on-site construction activities, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient project execution. You will act as a key interface between contractors, stakeholders, and project leadership while driving a strong health & safety culture.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead site supervision and ensure full compliance with project HSE plans and construction procedures

• Champion a strong safety culture across all site activities

• Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors to avoid interface clashes

• Chair daily and weekly site meetings with stakeholders

• Oversee civil construction activities including trenching, HDD, duct installation, cable installation, and reinstatement

• Ensure all personnel are trained, competent, and equipped for their tasks

• Manage permits, access requirements, and stakeholder coordination (landowners, authorities, etc.)

• Monitor HSE risks and ensure mitigation measures are implemented

• Conduct regular site inspections and audits

• Maintain accurate project documentation and contribute to lessons learned

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Key Requirements

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Site Manager on major infrastructure, utilities, or energy projects

• Strong experience managing subcontractors and reviewing technical documentation

• Proven track record in permits and stakeholder management

• Experience coordinating multiple contractors on complex worksites

• Strong leadership and commitment to health & safety

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Technical Experience

• Civil works supervision (trenching, backfilling, HDD, cable pulling, etc.)

• Experience on power or telecoms cable installation projects is highly desirable

• Familiarity with UK regulations and standards, including:

o Health and Safety at Work Act

o CDM Regulations 2015

o BS 5975 Temporary Works

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Certifications

• SMSTS

• CSCS

• CDM Regulations 2015 knowledge

• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) certification (preferred)

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Contract Details

• 12-month contract (starting June 2026)

• Full-time, site-based role in North East Yorkshire

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Desirable Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management

• Excellent organisational and coordination abilities

• Problem-solving mindset

• Experience in project planning and reporting

• Passion for energy and infrastructure projects

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Scarborough

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English