Lead​/Site Manager

Location: Staffordshire

Lead Site Manager - Electrical Engineering

Location:

Stone Head Office & UK Client Sites
Sector:
Energy / Protection, Control & Automation

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Site Manager with a strong Electrical Engineering background to provide leadership across UK site operations. This role is predominantly UK-based, split between a central head office in Stone and client sites nationwide.

You will be responsible for the safe, high-quality and compliant delivery of Protection, Control, Automation and Electrical installations across a range of energy sector projects, including transmission substations, large generators and industrial clients.

This position suits a senior site professional who can combine hands-on site leadership with the ability to set standards, mentor site teams and drive best practice, particularly in Health & Safety and installation quality.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the installation, commissioning and customer acceptance of Protection, Control, Automation and Electrical systems, ensuring delivery to safety, quality, programme and specification

Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, industry standards and client requirements

Provide leadership to multi-disciplinary site teams and subcontractors during installation and commissioning phases

Chair pre-start, progress and coordination meetings with clients and internal teams

Act as a subject matter expert for Health & Safety and site installation methodologies

Develop, review and support site documentation including Construction Phase Plans, SHE plans, RAMS, inductions and waste management plans

Undertake site surveys to support tendering and project delivery

Work closely with Project Management, Engineering and QESH teams to ensure effective resource planning and delivery

Control site drawings, Installation & Test Plans (ITPs), tools, equipment and welfare arrangements

Monitor site activities, assess competency of personnel and subcontractors, and carry out site audits

Mentor and coach Site Managers, supporting their professional development

Drive continuous improvement, developing site standards, processes and best practice

Candidate Profile

Essential:

Proven experience in a Senior or Lead Site Manager role within electrical installation environments

Strong electrical engineering background with understanding of minor mechanical works

Excellent knowledge of UK construction regulations, including CDM 2015

Demonstrated leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Structured, analytical approach with the ability to work under pressure

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

BS 7671 18th Edition

SMSTS (or equivalent)

Recognised Health & Safety training (e.g. IOSH, CITB, RoSPA)

Temporary Works Coordination / Supervision

First Aid at Work

Asbestos Awareness

Impressed Voltages Training

National Grid Competent Person

Authorised SR163 (formerly TP137) Site Manager

Strong knowledge of National Grid procedures and standards

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants