Site Manager (Renewable Energy)

TL;DR

Site Manager (Renewable Energy): Leading and overseeing all on-site construction activities across utility-scale solar and BESS projects with an accent on safe, compliant, and efficient delivery from mobilisation through to commissioning and handover. Focus on day-to-day site operations, contractor coordination, quality control, and programme delivery across civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes.

Location: On-site in Caerphilly, Wales, United Kingdom or Sherborne, England, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is a forward-thinking renewable energy startup on a mission to deliver a terawatt of renewable energy - fast.

What you will do

• Lead all on-site construction activities across solar PV and BESS projects.
• Manage site mobilisation, setup, and logistics to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Coordinate and manage all subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project scope and timelines.
• Support the QA/QC Lead in maintaining quality standards across all site activities.
• Monitor and report on project progress against schedule and key milestones.
• Support Senior Authorised Person (SAP) in pre-commissioning and commissioning activities across site.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in site management within utility-scale solar or wind projects.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary construction activities.
• Strong understanding of PV systems, including mounting structures, inverters, and cabling.
• Experience working under CDM regulations and UK HSE standards.
• Relevant qualification in Construction, Engineering, or a related field (HNC, Degree, or equivalent) including SMSTS (essential), CSCS card (essential) and First Aid at Work (desirable).

Culture & Benefits

• Safety-first mindset with strong leadership presence on site.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams under pressure.
• Proactive and solutions-driven, with a hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Strong communicator, able to influence contractors and stakeholders effectively.
• High level of ownership and accountability for project delivery.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced construction environment.