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Base Location: Flexible across West Yorkshire, Midlands or North East
Salary: £33,500 - £50,300 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time |
The role
The Construction Site Supervisor (CSS) is a crucial part of SSE Renewables and our Onshore Wind, Solar & Battery Team. Representing the Project Manager, the CSS ensures all site construction activities are managed safely and efficiently. You will drive the SHEW culture, focusing on safety, health, environment, and wellbeing, while managing relationships with contractors and leading site operations.
You will play a fundamental role in providing a safe working environment and ensuring projects run on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards.
You will
- Lead by example on all Site matters related to Safety, Health, Environment, and Wellbeing (SHEW) to engage positively with the team.
- Ensure Contractors align with SSE Safety Management System, promoting proactive safety management among Principal Contractors.
Contribute to, review, and monitor the deliverability of Site Delivery Programmes, minimizing program risks.
- Be familiar with construction standards and ensure materials and workmanship comply with required quality standards.
- Maintain a comprehensive documentation system for site drawings and ensure its accuracy and accessibility throughout the project.
You have
If you're ready for a career-defining challenge, we are eager to see what you have.
- Basic project management skills focusing on risk management for delivering projects on scope, time, cost, and quality.
- Experience in fixed price and target cost contract management, strongly supported by commercial contract framework expertise like NEC3/4.
- Proven track record in site management, meeting deadlines, and thriving in contract environments.
- Solid expertise in Safety, Health, and Environmental construction requirements and legislation including CDM along with current SMSTS & BESC accreditation.
- Proactive and communicative, you're comfortable leading discussions and negotiations with stakeholders across functional business structures.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.
SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact andrew.duncan2@sse.com / 01738 275847 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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