Electrical Site Supervisor

Hunter Philips

Electrical Site Superintendent / Electrical Site Supervisor – Battery Energy Storage – BESS – Electrical Engineering – Construction – Contract / Freelance Position

Job Overview:

We are currently supporting a leading EPC contractor in the renewable energy sector who are delivering a major BESS grid connection projects in South East England.

Key Responsibilities:

* Manage and supervise the electrical installation works on-site for BOP packages (HV cabling, protection & control, substation works).

* Oversee subcontractor performance, resolve on-site challenges, and ensure safe, high-quality delivery.

* Coordinate with the internal commissioning team to prepare for handover.

* Contribute to constraint management and ensure timelines are met.

* Participate in scope reviews, programming of work packages, and resolution of design issues.

* Liaise daily with HSE Site Manager, Civils Project Engineer, and Commissioning Engineers to ensure seamless site coordination.

* Ensure compliance with site safety, quality, and technical standards throughout the delivery phase.

Qualifications & Experience:

* Minimum 5 years experience in electrical site supervision or superintendent roles within large-scale infrastructure, utilities, or energy projects.

* Proven experience managing on-site electrical installation activities (substation builds, HV cable works, or related BOP packages).

* Strong leadership and organisational skills; able to manage subcontractors and resolve issues independently.

* Background in either utilities or construction – BESS experience is beneficial but not essential.

* HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience preferred.

* Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate cross-functional site teams.

Contract Details:

* Contract Type: Freelance/Contract

* Duration: 3-6 months initial contract

* Start Date: ASAP

To apply, please submit your CV