Electrical Construction Site Supervisor

Overview

As Electrical Site Construction Supervisor, you will support delivering LV and HV electrical works on major projects across Scotland. You’ll work with the Project Manager, Senior Project Manager and Electrical Site Engineer to supervise on-site activities, ensure compliance with drawings and specifications, and manage sub-contractor processes. You help drive safety, QA, and timely progress in the delivery of grid infrastructure. This role offers hands-on exposure to high-voltage installations and a chance to contribute to the UK’s energy network.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site electrical works for LV and HV installations
• Oversee mechanical fitting and assembly for HV switchgear components
• Install ancillary equipment (meters, instruments, relays, protection) and earth/ducting systems
• Conduct inspection, testing and commissioning of installations
• Liaise with G2E designers, suppliers and sub-contractors; provide progress updates to PM
• Manage G2E subcontractors and supplier processes, review T&Cs and RAMS
• Prepare QA checks, sign-offs, test certificates and reports
• Attend site design, procurement, client, NG, DNO, IDNO meetings; support audits
• Support HSEQ activities and RAMS development; promote site safety and security
• Assist in producing ‘As builts’ for the Health and Safety File; gather information
• Maintain competency via training and CPD arranged by the business

Key requirements

• Strong LV/HV electrical background with relevant qualifications
• Experience installing electrical works up to 132kV
• Knowledge of DNO G81, Sect 50, SAP and/or DNO authorisations (LV & HV)
• Experience of civil construction methods (groundworks, drainage, earthing, concreting)

• Effective communication
• Team liaison and coordination
• Safety awareness and vigilance
• LV/HV electrical installations
• Substation equipment installation and testing
• Earthing, cabling, ducting and cable tray work

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