Construction Manager – Onshore Wind Job at Edinburgh Full Time NEW

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Manager – Onshore Wind

Location: Edinburgh

Reporting to: Senior Project Delivery Manager

Number of Roles Available: 1

Company Overview:

Join Great British Energy and be part of powering the UK’s Clean Energy Future.

At GBE, we’re not just building an energy company – we’re shaping the future of the UK’s energy landscape.

Our mission is clear:

• Drive clean energy deployment across the UK as a strategic developer, investor, and owner of renewable projects
• Deliver benefits for communities and taxpayers, ensuring the clean energy transition creates jobs, boosts local economies, and increases public ownership
• We focus on innovation, sustainability, and impact, working on projects that matter from large-scale national renewable investments to empowering local and community energy initiatives

Joining GBE means:

• Purpose-driven work Be part of a national effort to accelerate the clean energy transition
• Career growth Opportunities to develop expertise in cutting-edge energy technologies and strategic investment
• Collaboration and flexibility Work with passionate professionals in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment

If you want to make a real difference and help power a greener, fairer future for the UK, GBE is the place for you.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

About the Role:

Great British Energy is looking for a Construction Manager to join our GBE Onshore Wind Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives, and wider organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Please note the points covered below are indicative and may not apply to all contracts. Also note that there will be a requirement to spend time on site over a prolonged period, depending on the relevant project phase.

Site Delivery & Construction Management

• Lead day-to-day construction activities across:
• Civil works (roads, foundations, drainage)
• Electrical infrastructure (cabling, substations, ICP works)
• Turbine / PV / BESS installation
• Coordinate contractors and subcontractors on site
• Ensure delivery in line with design specifications and programme
• Monitor productivity, quality, and sequencing of works

Health, Safety & CDM Compliance

• Act as Client representative on site under CDM 2015
• Ensure Principal Contractor compliance with:
• Construction Phase Plan
• RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
• Lead site HSE culture and zero-harm initiatives
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations

Contractor & Interface Management

• Manage multiple contractors (BoP, OEM, ICP, civils) in conjunction with the Delivery Project Manager and Delivery Commercial Manager
• Coordinate with key interfaces:
• Civil – Electrical
• Turbine / PV installation – grid connection
• Represent Client at daily/weekly site coordination meetings

Programme Management

• Support Delivery against the integrated construction schedule
• Track progress against agreed milestones
• Identify Delays and potential mitigation measures
• Provide accurate progress reporting to Delivery Project Manager

Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight

• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with specification and contract
• Oversee inspections, testing, and commissioning preparation
• Manage defects rectification process and lists
• Ensure proper documentation and accuracy of as-built records

Commercial & Cost Awareness

• Working with the Delivery Project Manager and Delivery Commercial Manager:
• Monitor site progress against cost plan
• Identify and flag variations and change orders
• Support commercial team in assessing contractor claims
• Ensure efficient use of resources and materials on site

Environmental & Planning Compliance

• Ensure adherence to:
• Planning conditions
• Environmental management plans
• Ecology and access restrictions
• Manage site impacts (noise, dust, traffic, water) in line with the above
• Liaise with Environmental Clerks of Work and Archaeological Clerks or Works as required

Commissioning & Handover

• Support commissioning activities and energisation
• Ensure readiness for grid connection and testing
• Oversee completion and handover to Asset Management:
• Snagging completion
• Final documentation
• Assist through Defects Liability Period (DLP)

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• Demonstrably significant construction experience (energy or infrastructure)
• Proven delivery experience on Onshore wind, Solar PV, or BESS projects
• Exemplary Safety Behaviour and experience in managing safety systems
• Strong understanding of:
• Site construction practices
• CDM 2015 regulations
• Contractor management
• Experience working under:
• EPC or multi-contract delivery models
• Strong leadership and problem-solving capability
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)

Desirable:

Experience with:

• Substations and grid connection works
• Turbine erection or PV installation
• Familiarity with NEC contracts
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts
• Temporary works management experience
• Degree / HNC in Engineering, Construction, or related field
• CSCS card (Manager level)
• First Aid certification
• LANTRA Off Road Vehicle Operating (4X4) training

Personal Qualities:

• Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision-making, and is willing to challenge constructively
• Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact
• Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships
• Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working
• Resilient and resourceful in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Excellent pension scheme
• 4x salary life assurance
• Group income protection
• 38 days annual leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive, inclusive working environment