M&E Site Manager

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for M&E Site Manager on an 16 month contract based in Kent.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced HVDC Site Manager with a strong Mechanical & Electrical background to oversee the safe and efficient delivery of High Voltage Direct Current infrastructure projects on behalf of a Tier 1 framework contractor. The successful candidate will bring hands-on M&E site management expertise alongside specialist HVDC knowledge, taking full ownership of on-site activities from mobilisation through to completion and ensuring works are delivered on programme, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and supervising M&E installation works, coordinating mechanical and electrical packages across subcontractors and ensuring interfaces between disciplines are clearly defined and controlled

• Overall site management of HVDC construction and/or commissioning activities, including coordination of multi-disciplinary subcontractor packages

• Enforcing and maintaining a strong safety culture across all site personnel, conducting toolbox talks, site inductions, and regular safety inspections

• Managing site programmes and lookahead schedules, reporting progress to the project and client teams

• Liaising with client representatives, design teams, and third-party stakeholders

• Overseeing working at height activities, ensuring appropriate permits, rescue plans, and equipment inspections are in place

• Managing manual handling risks in line with site risk assessments and method statements

• Coordinating site logistics, including deliveries, plant management, and laydown areas

• Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, environmental controls, and relevant IEC/BS standards

• Maintaining accurate site records, daily diaries, RAMS sign-off, and associated documentation

• Supporting commissioning phases where required, working alongside HVDC systems engineers

Requirements

• Proven track record in heavy M&E site management on large-scale electrical infrastructure projects — HV substation, converter station, switchgear installation, cable containment, or similar M&E-intensive schemes

• Direct HVDC project experience alongside a grounding in broader M&E delivery — candidates from a purely civil background will not be considered

• CSCS Card (Manager level)

• SMSTS — Site Management Safety Training Scheme

• First Aid at Work (FAW)

• Manual Handling certification

• Working at Height certification

• Strong understanding of CDM 2015 and principal contractor/site manager duties

Desirable

• Experience on National Grid, SSEN Transmission, or similar DNO/TO-owned infrastructure

• Familiarity with Persons Authorisation or AP/CP regimes for HV environments

• Previous work alongside OEM teams on converter station projects

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed