Site Manager - ManchesterApplication Deadline:

28 September 2025

Department:

Solar Team

Employment Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Manchester

Reporting To:

Christopher Matherson

Compensation:

£38,000 - £42,000 / year

DescriptionNo day will be the same - here are some of the highlights

We’re looking for a qualified and experienced Site Manager to join our growing team. In this hands-on role, you’ll oversee the installation of Solar PV systems on both residential and commercial properties, ensuring every project meets our high standards for safety, quality and customer satisfaction.

As Site Manager, you’ll report to the Contracts Manager and lead 2–4 installer teams across multiple sites nationwide. You’ll be responsible for coordinating people, materials and logistics to ensure installations are delivered on time, safely and to the highest quality. You’ll also act as a key point of contact for customers, resolving queries and ensuring a smooth handover.

Responsibilities:

Overseeing installations:

managing projects from start to finish across UK sites

Leading teams:

briefing Team Leaders, conducting ToolBox Talks, and ensuring sites are well managed

Championing safety:

ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation and company standards

Maintaining quality:

inspecting installations, troubleshooting issues, and signing off projects before handover

Customer liaison:

communicating clearly with clients and addressing questions

Supporting delivery:

stepping in where needed to help teams meet deadlines

Driving improvement:

maintaining accurate records, complying with policies, and seeking ways to raise standards

This role is primarily site-based, with regular travel across the UK. Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00, with flexibility for additional hours and overnight stays when required.

What you''ll need to succeedWe’re looking for a proactive, safety-conscious leader with a positive attitude and the ability to motivate site teams. You’ll be highly organised, able to balance multiple projects, and confident in dealing with both teams and customers.

Essentials:

Experience:

hands on experience managing site teams in construction or installation environments

Leadership skills:

proven ability to coordinate, motivate and instruct multiple teams

Safety mindset:

CSCS card and relevant HandS qualifications (SMSTS preferred or willingness to obtain)

Practical knowledge:

experience with working at heights, asbestos awareness and manual handling

First Aid:

CPR/First Aid certification preferred

IT skills:

good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Flexibility:

willingness to travel, work additional hours and stay away when needed

Full UK driving licence

Above all, you’ll be a strong communicator who builds positive working relationships and promotes a safe, supportive and productive site environment.

Benefits you can rely on£5000 sign on bonus:

As a thank you for joining the team, you’ll receive a £5,000 bonus once you successfully pass probation.

Generous Holiday Allowance : Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, and an additional day off for your birthday!

Bonus Scheme : Earn up to 10% annual bonus based on your performance.

Pension : Fully provided pension scheme to help secure your future and give you peace of mind.

Uniform and PPE : Fully provided uniform and PPE; fully provided tools.

Fram January

we will be offering an enhanced bonus package. Details will be shared during the recruitment process

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