2x Site Managers for substation builds - Reading and Epping

Reading, England, United Kingdom

6/23/2025

🔧 Site Managers (x2) - Substation Projects - M&E Focused 🔧
📍 Locations: Reading (SSE Framework) & Epping (UKPN Framework)
💰 Rate: £400/day (CIS)
📅 Duration: 6 Months
🏗️ Principal Contractor Role

We are currently seeking two experienced Site Managers to join our team on high-profile substation projects in Reading and Epping. These roles are offered on a CIS contract basis and will run for an initial 6-month period, with strong potential for extension.

🔍 The Projects:

• Reading - Working on a substation build under the SSE framework
• Epping - Substation project under the UKPN framework

Both sites are post-civils, so the focus is now on M&E delivery. You'll be instrumental in driving the mechanical and electrical phases to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and programme adherence.

✅ Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily site operations and coordinate M&E subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and company procedures
• Manage site documentation, RAMS, and progress reporting
• Liaise with clients, engineers, and project stakeholders
• Drive programme delivery and resolve on-site issues efficiently

🧰 Requirements:

• Proven experience managing M&E works on substation or similar infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of SSE or UKPN standards (depending on location)
• SMSTS, First Aid, and relevant electrical qualifications preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple trades on site

📌 Contract Details:

• Start: ASAP
• Rate: £400/day (CIS)
• Duration: 6 months
• Employer: Principal Contractor
  

Desired Skills and Experience

* Proven experience managing M&E works on substation
* Strong knowledge of SSE or UKPN standards (depending on location)
* SMSTS, First Aid, and relevant electrical quals

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To find out more about Progressive please visit www.progressiverecruitment.com

Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales