Solar Site Manager

Contract Solar Site Manager – Utility Scale (Midlands)

Location

Midlands, UK (Site-based)

Contract Length

12–24 Months

Day Rate

Competitive DOE

Overview

We are supporting a major renewable energy developer / contractor delivering multiple utility-scale solar PV projects across the Midlands and wider UK network.

We are seeking an experienced Solar Site Manager to take full responsibility for day-to-day site delivery on a live utility-scale solar farm.

This is not a “labouring supervision” role — this is a leadership position on a high-value renewable asset where you will be expected to run site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and act as the key interface between delivery teams and the client / developer / asset owner.

What you’ll be doing

• Day-to-day management of a utility-scale solar PV construction site (30MW+)
• Coordinating civils, electrical, and mechanical subcontractors on site
• Driving programme delivery and ensuring key milestones are achieved
• Managing site logistics, sequencing of works, and labour planning
• Ensuring strict HSE compliance across all site activities
• Running daily site briefings, progress meetings, and coordination with engineers
• Working closely with Project Manager, QA/QC, and commissioning teams
• Managing snagging, punch lists, and ensuring defects are closed out
• Supporting commissioning readiness through to energisation
• Acting as the main on-site point of contact for client / developer representatives

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on utility-scale solar PV projects 
• Strong background in EPC, principal contractor, or renewable construction delivery
• Demonstrable experience managing multiple subcontractor packages
• Strong understanding of: 
  • Civils (earthworks, piling, structures, cable routes)
  • Electrical installation (DC/AC systems, inverter stations)
• Comfortable running fast-paced, multi-discipline construction sites
• Strong leadership and coordination skills on live projects

Essential Requirement (Non-Negotiable)

• Previous client / developer-facing experience on live solar or infrastructure projects

Candidates must be comfortable:

• Reporting directly to developer/asset owner representatives
• Attending client meetings and progress reviews
• Managing expectations from both EPC and client side
• Operating in an environment where quality, reporting, and accountability are scrutinised at asset-owner level

This is not suitable for purely subcontractor-level supervisors with no client interaction experience.

Desirable

• Experience on BESS or hybrid solar + storage projects
• SMSTS / CSCS (essential for site access)
• First Aid certification
• Experience with commissioning phases and energisation support
• NEC contract awareness
• HV / grid connection exposure

Contract Details

• 12–24 month duration
• Midlands-based utility solar project(s)
• Outside IR35 potential (project dependent)
• Immediate / short notice candidates preferred
• Strong pipeline of future UK solar & BESS work

Apply

If you’ve delivered utility-scale solar projects and are confident operating in a client-facing, developer-led environment, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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