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About STRABAG UK:
At STRABAG UK, we are shaping the infrastructure that supports communities, businesses, and the UK's transition to a more sustainable future. As part of one of Europe's leading construction and infrastructure groups, we deliver complex, high-value projects across transportation, civil engineering, energy, and infrastructure.
Our newly established Power team sits within the Infrastructure Division and has been created to support the continued growth of STRABAG UK in the energy sector. Working on major power transmission, substation, and National Grid infrastructure projects across the UK, our team plays a vital role in delivering resilient, low-carbon energy networks that will support generations to come.
Guided by STRABAG's People. Planet. Progress. 2030 strategy, we are committed to developing talented people, delivering sustainable infrastructure, and driving innovation through engineering excellence.
The Opportunity:
As the Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM), you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with statutory requirements, client expectations, and STRABAG's high standards of operational excellence. Acting as the key site leadership representative, you will oversee site teams and supply chain partners, driving a strong health, safety, and environmental culture while ensuring quality, programme, and commercial objectives are achieved.
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Required:
- Discharge STRABAG UK's responsibilities as Principal Contractor in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM).
- Develop, implement, and manage the Construction Phase Plan and associated site management arrangements.
- Ensure effective coordination and cooperation between all contractors and stakeholders working on site.
- Establish and maintain suitable site rules, welfare facilities, and emergency arrangements.
- Ensure all works are planned and executed in accordance with approved safe systems of work.
- Manage all day-to-day site activities to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
- Coordinate suppliers and direct labor to achieve programme objectives.
- Monitor construction progress and implement corrective actions where required.
- Ensure adequate resources, plant, materials, and competent personnel are available to undertake the works.
- Chair site coordination meetings, toolbox talks, and daily briefings.
- Maintain accurate site records, diaries, and reporting information.
- Provide visible leadership and actively promote a positive safety culture across all site activities.
- Ensure all RAMS, permits, and work packs are reviewed, approved, and implemented prior to commencement of work.
- Lead site inspections, audits, and behavioral safety initiatives.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Ensure effective communication between engineering, commercial, planning, and commissioning teams.
- Act as STRABAG UK's principal site representative and primary point of contact for client and stakeholder interactions on site.
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Skills & Qualifications:
- Significant experience in a Site Management role delivering major UK transmission and distribution projects.
- Proven experience acting within a Principal Contractor organisation.
- Extensive knowledge of CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor responsibilities.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary construction activities including civil, mechanical, and electrical works.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience of outage planning and delivery (Desirable)
What You Stand To Gain:
- Opportunity to work and have a lasting impact on landmark UK infrastructure projects.
- Collaborative and innovative working environment.
- Professional development and career progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package including private health cover, 9% pension, professional membership, and 25 days holiday
- We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.
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