OCU are looking for an experienced Site Manager to join the team based in Shetland. 

As the Site Manager, you will hold a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of a construction project, ensuring its successful completion within budget, on time, and in compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

You should be able to lead and motivate site personnel, providing guidance, support, and training as needed to ensure optimal performance and productivity. You would also need to be able to identify and address any issues or obstacles that arise during construction, implementing effective solutions to keep the project on track.

Your role and responsibilities: 

• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgetary considerations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations at the construction site, ensuring work progresses according to schedule and meets quality standards.
• Implement and enforce health and safety protocols to create a safe working environment for all personnel on-site.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel to ensure the availability of resources and materials needed for the project.
• Monitor project expenses and expenditures to ensure adherence to the budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities where possible.
• Maintain high-quality standards throughout the construction process, conducting inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any concerns or inquiries promptly.
• Identify and address any issues or obstacles that arise during construction, implementing effective solutions to keep the project on track.
• Lead and motivate site personnel, providing guidance, support, and training as needed to ensure optimal performance and productivity.
• Maintain accurate records of project activities, including daily progress reports, change orders, and correspondence with stakeholders.

To be successful in this role you will also need to demonstrate Significant experience in construction management, with a proven track record of successfully managing construction projects of varying scales and complexities. with a strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and techniques, as well as familiarity with relevant regulations and industry standards. with Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve project goals.

You will also need 
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, subcontractors, and site personnel. Exceptional organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Qualifications: A relevant degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field is typically required, although equivalent experience may be considered.

Company Information:

OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.