ARCA Resourcing Ltd

Principal Contract Site Manager (PCSM) UK wide National Grid / DNO Projects Salary: dependent on experience + attractive benefits + allowances Location: UK wide (regular travel to project sites required) About the Opportunity ARCA Resourcing is partnering with an ambitious and rapidly growing organisation within the construction and infrastructure sector to recruit a Principal Contract Site Manager (PCSM). This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in the delivery of high-voltage transmission and distribution projects across the UK, supporting critical energy infrastructure. The Role As Principal Contract Site Manager, you will act as the senior site authority, taking full responsibility for the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of construction activities across multiple projects or work packages. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage subcontractors, and ensure full compliance with programme, safety, and client requirements. Key Responsibilities Take overall responsibility for site-based delivery across assigned projects Lead and coordinate Site Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, and subcontractors Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and in line with programme and quality requirements Act as the senior authority for SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) compliance Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with CDM Regulations and site safety standards Maintain compliance with National Grid, DNO, and client-specific requirements Act as the primary site interface with clients, including National Grid and DNO representatives Ensure adherence to all relevant procedures, authorisations, and site standards Manage subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance Ensure all works meet technical specifications and quality standards Support inspections, testing, and commissioning activities Skills & Competencies Leadership capability within construction or infrastructure delivery Extensive experience in high-voltage transmission and distribution projects Strong understanding of National Grid and DNO site requirements Excellent knowledge of health & safety legislation and CDM regulations Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and complex site operations Strong programme awareness and delivery focus Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Experience & Qualifications Essential: Proven experience in a site management role within transmission and distribution projects Experience operating as a Principal Contractor Site Manager (or equivalent) Experience working on National Grid and/or UK DNO projects Full UK driving licence Desirable: SR163 Site Manager (or equivalent) Competent Person SMSTS or equivalent health & safety qualification HNC/HND or degree in engineering or construction Apply Now If you are an experienced site leader ready to take ownership of major infrastructure projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through ARCA Resourcing by clicking the link.

Senior Overhead Line Design Engineer / Senior OHL Design Engineer UK Remote / Hybrid Transmission & Distribution Projects Salary: £dependent on experience + allowances + benefits Location: Hybrid / flexible working available in the UK Type: Full-time Senior Overhead Line Design Engineer (kV) ARCA Resourcing is partnering with a fast-growing specialist engineering consultancy operating across the UK high-voltage energy sector. This is a senior-level opportunity to take technical ownership of overhead line (OHL) design projects across 132kV-400kV transmission and distribution networks, while playing a key role in mentoring and developing junior engineers. If you re experienced in National Grid or DNO environments and want more influence over technical standards, project delivery and team development, this is worth a conversation. The Opportunity You ll lead the delivery of detailed OHL design packages across transmission and distribution schemes - ensuring safety, compliance, and technical excellence throughout. This role blends: Hands-on technical delivery Design governance and QA ownership Team leadership and mentoring Client and project interface You ll be joining a consultancy that is expanding its high-voltage design capability and investing in building a technically strong, scalable team. What You ll Be Doing Technical Design & Delivery Lead detailed OHL design (route & profile design, sag & tension, conductor selection, clearance analysis) Produce and review line schedules, plan & profile drawings, foundation layouts and technical reports Ensure compliance with ESQCR, CDM, National Grid and relevant BS/EN/IEC standards Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments and project planning Support tenders with technical input and design estimates Governance & Quality Maintain robust check/approve workflows Drive high standards in modelling, calculations and documentation Contribute to continuous improvement in tools and processes Leadership Line manage and mentor Junior Designers Support onboarding and technical training (PLS-CADD / PLS-Tower) Contribute to PDPs, competency assessments and succession planning Promote a collaborative, technically rigorous culture What We re Looking For: Essential: Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical Engineering (or similar) 7 10+ years experience in overhead line design (132kV 400kV) Strong working knowledge of OHL structures, mechanical loading and clearance requirements Experience producing and reviewing full design packages Proficiency in PLS-CADD, PLS-Tower or equivalent software Desirable: Experience working on National Grid or UK DNO projects Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) Experience mentoring or line managing engineers Why This Role Stands Out Genuine technical leadership position Exposure to major UK transmission infrastructure projects Opportunity to shape design standards and processes Hybrid flexibility across multiple UK offices Clear pathway toward Principal / Technical Authority level Apply Now If you are an experienced OHL Design Engineer ready to step into a senior, technically influential role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through ARCA Resourcing. Please click the link to apply for immediate consideration!