Role: Lead Site Engineer (Solar PV and/or BESS)
Type: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Projects are located across the UK.
Start: ASAP
* Benefits:£1,500 accommodation allowance per month.
* £20 food allowance per day.
* Access to 4x4 vehicle for work/personal usage plus fuel allowance.
* Group Health Insurance program
The Role:
The Lead Site Engineer will work closely under my Client’s Project Management team to manage the on-site operations, at various locations throughout the UK, during the construction period, to ensure on schedule completion and compliance with my clients high-quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Site Engineer to join a global leader in the renewable energy sector.
Your role will involve, but not be limited to:
* Pre-condition site surveys
* Initial site setup and establishment (supported by the HSE site manager)
* Identification of local resources, materials, services
* Assist the HSE site manager with establishment and ongoing management of welfare and waste facilities, as well as plant hire (as required)
* Ongoing management of the on-site operations
* Ensure correct implementation of electrical, civil and mechanical construction drawings by the main subcontractor
* Supervise subcontractors schedule and works
* Manage interferences between subcontractors
* Report to the project manager any deviations from the PoW or scope by the subcontractors
* Quantity and quality receipt of on-site materials from main equipment and local suppliers
* Manage construction flow and timetable
* Provide technical support and guidance, solving on site problems
* Preparation of daily, weekly, monthly progress reports and documentation for internal use and Stakeholder requirements
* Ensure compliance with QHSE procedures
* Management of site finishing works and demobilisation
* Interface with on-site Stakeholder representatives
Essential Skills / Qualifications:
You will be expected to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
* BSc/MEng in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering.
* A minimum of 2 years of experience in ground-mounted solar or BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) projects.
* Successful completion of at least one 20 MW solar or any BESS project.
* Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, and civil construction drawings is essential.
* Knowledge of AUTOCAD.