Job Description

BESS ICP / M&E Subcontractor Manager

Billingham / County Durham Tier 1 Contractor Energy Infrastructure

We are supporting a Tier 1 contractor in appointing an experienced BESS ICP / M&E Subcontractor Manager to oversee Electrical Balance of Plant and subcontractor delivery on major Battery Energy Storage System projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day ICP / M&E subcontractor activities on site.
• Oversee E-BoP works including cable routes, containment, terminations and electrical interfaces.
• Monitor programme progress, identify delays and drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate interfaces between civils, OEMs, commissioning teams and grid connection parties.
• Ensure compliance with RAMS, permits, safety and quality standards.
• Support commissioning readiness, snagging and site reporting.

Experience Required

• Strong background in BESS, substations, grid, power or energy infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing ICP, M&E or electrical subcontractors on live construction sites.
• Good understanding of BESS installation, sequencing, commissioning and interface management.
• Ability to track planned vs actual progress and resolve site delivery issues proactively.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety and construction compliance.

Qualifications

• SMSTS / SSSTS
• CSCS
• First Aid
• IOSH / NEBOSH advantageous
• Experience under CDM regulations preferred.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a practical, site-focused professional with hands-on BESS delivery experience, strong subcontractor management capability and a proactive approach to programme, quality and commissioning readiness.