Construction Managers - HV Substation build, Suffolk

Construction Manager (Electrical & Mechanical) - Onshore Substation Project | Suffolk Location: Suffolk Rate: £400/day (CIS or Ltd Company) Contract Duration: Minimum 2 Years Start Date: Site mobilisation from August (interviews starting imminently) We are currently recruiting for three experienced Construction Managers to support a large-scale onshore substation build in Suffolk. This is a long-term project offering excellent continuity, working with a reputable client in the power & infrastructure sector. Positions Available

• 2 x Electrical Construction Managers
• 1 x Mechanical Construction Manager
  
  

The Opportunity This is a key role on a major substation programme where you will be responsible for overseeing site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required standards. Although the project is not due on site until August, the client is keen to interview over the coming weeks to secure the right team ahead of mobilisation. Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction activities on site
• Ensure all works are delivered in line with HSEQ standards and project requirements
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel
• Monitor progress against programme and report on milestones
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, particularly within regulated environments
• Support commissioning and handover phases where required
  
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager on substation, power, or infrastructure projects
• Strong bias in either Electrical or Mechanical discipline
• Experience working to strict standards, ideally within:
  • National Grid
  • DNOs (UKPN, SSEN, SPEN, WPD, etc.)
  • Rail infrastructure environments
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills

Essential Certifications

• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• 3 Day First Aid at Work
  
  

What's on Offer

• £400/day (flexible engagement via CIS or Ltd Company)
• Long-term, stable project (minimum 2 years)
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile infrastructure scheme
• Early interview process ahead of an August start
  
  

If you're an experienced Construction Manager with a strong background in regulated environments and substation builds, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch to discuss further. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit www.progressiverecruitment.com Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales