Temporary Site Manager

Fawkes & Reece are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a Temporary Site Manager for an immediate start up until the end of October 2026 to work on a substation construction project based in Nelson -

You will be working for a well-respected, award-winning main contractor operating across multiple sectors, including National Grid, highways, infrastructure, buildings, water, defence, and energy, throughout South Wales and the South West.

This role is for an immediate start until the end of October 2026

Role Overview

As Temporary Site Manager, you will have overall responsibility for site operations on the construction of two brick-built substation block houses. The project comprises single-storey brickwork and block work structures, roof trusses and roof build-up, internal finishing works, steel door installation, and M&E installation.

Key Responsibilities

Overall site management within a live 400kV NGET substation environment
Management of agency and direct workforce for self-delivered works
Coordination and management of subcontractors, including scaffolding, drilling, door installation, and M&E packages
Health and Safety on Site
Ensuring compliance with client and site-specific rules
Quality management, including interface coordination, hold points, and QA documentation
Preparation and implementation of SSOW, including RAMS and lift plans
Material and resource procurement and management
Commercial awareness, including change control and notificationRequired Competencies

SMSTS
CSCS Black CardDesirable (Not Essential)

National Grid Person training
NVQ Level 6
Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
Lift SupervisorBenefits

Temporary role
Immediate start
4 months plus work
Competitive day rate: £280-£300 (dependent on experience)
Weekly pay
Location - NelsonIf you are interested, please submit your CV to Hazel Baron via the Fawkes & Reece website