Site Manager
Posted 2 weeks ago by First Recruitment Group
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Ipswich
Summary: The TP137 Site Manager will oversee construction activities at a National Grid site in Ipswich, ensuring compliance with TP137, CDM, and other regulatory standards. This role involves managing site safety, quality, and program delivery while leading subcontractors and site teams. The Site Manager will focus on fostering a Zero Harm culture and effective communication among stakeholders, while also utilizing digital tools for progress tracking. Essential responsibilities include monitoring compliance, managing resources, and supporting commercial processes related to cost recovery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead safe and compliant delivery of civil and electrical infrastructure works.
- Ensure all site activities follow TP137, CDM, and National Grid standards.
- Manage subcontractors and site teams, coordinating resources and maintaining site records.
- Embed a Zero Harm culture, drive quality, and meet programme milestones.
- Monitor site compliance and escalate risks or issues promptly.
- Contribute to project reviews and audits.
- Utilize digital tools to track progress and ensure data accuracy.
- Empower the team to work safely and efficiently while supporting commercial processes.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience managing National Grid projects under TP137 regulations.
- Strong knowledge of TP137, CDM, and National Grid’s Control of Works.
- Experience working safely in live high-voltage or substation environments.
- Leadership skills to manage teams and subcontractors effectively.
- Competent in writing and reviewing RAMS, permits, and safety documentation.
- Solid understanding of project scheduling, resource planning, and risk management.
- CSCS Manager/Supervisor card.
- TP137 Accreditation.
- SSSTS/SMSTS certification.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Valid UK driving licence.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Ipswich
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Purpose of RoleTo lead, manage, and deliver construction activities on our clients site in Ipswich to be in compliance with TP137, CDM, and other regulatory requirements. The TP137 Site Manager will be responsible for site safety, quality, and programme delivery, ensuring all works meet standards and operational constraints.
Role and responsibility
As a TP137 Site Manager on National Grid projects, you will lead safe and compliant delivery of civil and electrical infrastructure worksEnsuring all site activities follow TP137, CDM, and National Grid standards.You will manage subcontractors and site teams, coordinate resources, and maintain site records including RAMS, permits, and progress reports.Your focus will be on embedding a Zero Harm culture, driving quality, meeting programme milestones, and ensuring effective communication across all stakeholders.You will monitor site compliance, escalate risks or issues promptly, and contribute to project reviews and audits.Digital tools will be used to track progress and ensure data accuracy.You will lead by example, empowering your team to work safely and efficiently, while supporting commercial processes such as cost recovery and compensation events.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience managing National Grid projects under TP137 regulations
- Strong knowledge of TP137, CDM, and National Grid’s Control of Works
- Experience working safely in live high-voltage or substation environments
- Leadership skills to manage teams and subcontractors effectively
- Competent in writing and reviewing RAMS, permits, and safety documentation
- Solid understanding of project scheduling, resource planning, and risk management
- CSCS Manager/Supervisor card
- TP137 Accreditation
- SSSTS/SMSTS certification
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Valid UK driving licence
Company informationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for any Site Manager looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.