Site Manager

Client-side Representative / Site Manager - Utility-Scale Solar - York, England - 12 Month Contract

A leading renewable energy IPP is seeking an experienced Client-side Representative / Site Manager to support the delivery of a live solar farm project in the West Yorkshire region.

With construction already underway, the client is looking to strengthen on-site oversight to ensure the EPC remains aligned with programme, quality, and HSE expectations. This is a hands-on site delivery role suited to a strong construction professional who can confidently challenge and drive performance on the ground.

Job Overview

You will act as the client’s on-site presence, overseeing EPC delivery and ensuring works are executed safely, compliantly, and to programme. The role requires a practical individual with strong site awareness and the confidence to intervene where required to maintain progress and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

* Drive day-to-day site delivery and ensure works progress in line with programme

* Act as client representative on site, holding the EPC accountable to design and contractual requirements

* Monitor programme, productivity, and sequencing, identifying and addressing slippage

* Maintain strong HSE oversight through site walkdowns and proactive intervention

* Oversee quality assurance, inspections, and site reporting back to the project team

Qualifications &

Experience:

* Proven experience in a Site Manager, Construction Manager, or Client Representative capacity

* Strong background in utility-scale solar, renewables, or similar infrastructure projects

* Contractor-side experience highly advantageous

* Strong programme and site delivery focus with the confidence to challenge EPC performance

* Solid understanding of HSE and quality requirements on live construction sites

* Civils-biased construction knowledge preferred; electrical exposure beneficial

Contract Details:

* Contract:

Freelance

* Duration: 12 months initial (with extension potential) - Outside IR35

* Start Date:

ASAP

* Location:

York, England

If you’re interested, please apply