SR163 Site Manager X2
CV-LibraryLondoncontractPosted: 15 August 2026
Apply NowRubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a SR163 Site Manager x2 on a 6 month rolling contract, located London.
Role Summary
* Manage day-to-day site operations for 400kV substation works, ensuring delivery against programme, quality, and safety targets
* Act as the primary client-facing point of contact on site, representing the project professionally to National Grid and other stakeholders
* Oversee full self-delivery teams and resources, ensuring works are executed in line with National Grid standards and specifications
* Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental requirements throughout the project lifecycle
* Coordinate and manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel as required
* Monitor and report on progress, risks, and issues to senior management and client stakeholders
* Ensure all site activities comply with National Grid's technical, quality, and regulatory standards
* Support and enforce site inductions, permits to work, and safe systems of work
* Escalate and resolve site-level issues promptly to avoid delays or non-conformance
Requirements
* Valid and current SR163 status (full, not provisional) — mandatory
* CP (Competent persons)
* Proven National Grid experience, specifically delivering 400kV substation projects
* Demonstrable experience of full self-delivery on substation projects (not sub-contracted/managed delivery)
* Prior experience acting as a client-facing representative, liaising directly with National Grid and other key stakeholders
* Right to work in the UK (evidence required prior to start)
* Willingness and ability to operate Outside IR35 via a Limited Company
Person Specification
* Extensive experience as a Site Manager on HV/EHV substation projects, specifically 400kV
* Strong working knowledge of National Grid processes, standards, and governance
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence operating in a client-facing capacity
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multi-disciplinary site teams
* Sound understanding of CDM regulations and site safety management
* Full SR163 accreditation (current, not lapsed or provisional)
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
Role Summary
* Manage day-to-day site operations for 400kV substation works, ensuring delivery against programme, quality, and safety targets
* Act as the primary client-facing point of contact on site, representing the project professionally to National Grid and other stakeholders
* Oversee full self-delivery teams and resources, ensuring works are executed in line with National Grid standards and specifications
* Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental requirements throughout the project lifecycle
* Coordinate and manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel as required
* Monitor and report on progress, risks, and issues to senior management and client stakeholders
* Ensure all site activities comply with National Grid's technical, quality, and regulatory standards
* Support and enforce site inductions, permits to work, and safe systems of work
* Escalate and resolve site-level issues promptly to avoid delays or non-conformance
Requirements
* Valid and current SR163 status (full, not provisional) — mandatory
* CP (Competent persons)
* Proven National Grid experience, specifically delivering 400kV substation projects
* Demonstrable experience of full self-delivery on substation projects (not sub-contracted/managed delivery)
* Prior experience acting as a client-facing representative, liaising directly with National Grid and other key stakeholders
* Right to work in the UK (evidence required prior to start)
* Willingness and ability to operate Outside IR35 via a Limited Company
Person Specification
* Extensive experience as a Site Manager on HV/EHV substation projects, specifically 400kV
* Strong working knowledge of National Grid processes, standards, and governance
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence operating in a client-facing capacity
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multi-disciplinary site teams
* Sound understanding of CDM regulations and site safety management
* Full SR163 accreditation (current, not lapsed or provisional)
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