Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Northern Ireland
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
SITE MANAGER – ELECTRICAL – 110KV SUBSTATION – HIGH VOLTAGE – TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION – NORTHERN IRELAND
Location: Northern Ireland
Contract: 12 month rolling due to large pipeline of work
Start Date: November / December 2026
Sector: Transmission & Distribution / HV Substations
The Opportunity
We are partnering with an established electrical engineering and T&D contractor seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee construction activities on an upcoming 110kV substation project in, Northern Ireland.
The contractor has secured a significant portfolio of high-voltage infrastructure projects across Ireland, with a forward workload extending towards 2029.
The initial assignment is expected to run for minimum 12 months, with opportunities to transition onto further projects across Ireland.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee daily construction activities on a 110kV substation project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the construction programme.
* Coordinate electrical installation activities, subcontractors, site personnel and specialist contractors.
* Monitor construction progress, identify potential delays and escalate technical or operational issues to the Project Manager.
* Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements, approved RAMS, quality standards and relevant site procedures.
* Manage site documentation, progress reports, inspections and quality records.
* Liaise with client representatives, subcontractors and other project stakeholders to maintain effective site coordination.
* Support testing, commissioning and handover activities as the project progresses.
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Site Manager, or Site Supervisor
* Experience managing electrical subcontractors, construction teams and site activities.
* Strong understanding of construction documentation, RAMS, quality inspections and HSE compliance.
* Relevant electrical qualifications and recognised site management certifications.
* Previous experience working on ESB Networks, EirGrid or similar transmission and distribution projects would be advantageous.
Contract Details:
* Location: Northern Ireland
* Start: November / December 2026.
* Duration: Minimum 12 months
* Further Opportunities: Continuation onto projects elsewhere in Ireland, subject to availability.
If you would like to play a key role in delivering a major T&D project in Ireland for one of the leading contractors in UK and Ireland, please apply