Construction Manager

Role & responsibilities Key Responsibilities 1. Construction & Site Execution Lead day-to-day construction activities at the project site.

Plan, coordinate and supervise construction works from mobilization to completion.

Ensure construction activities are executed as per approved drawings, specifications, method statements and project schedule.

Monitor manpower, equipment, productivity and site resources.

Identify construction issues and implement timely corrective actions.

2. Solar PV Construction Supervise construction and installation of utility-scale Solar PV plants.

Coordinate civil works including site grading, roads, drainage, foundations, piling and other infrastructure.

Oversee installation of mounting structures, trackers and PV modules.

Coordinate DC/AC cabling, inverter, transformer and MV/HV electrical works.

Coordinate substation, switchyard, transmission line/OHTL and electrical BoP activities, where applicable.

Coordinate pre-commissioning, testing and commissioning activities.

3. Contractor & Subcontractor Management Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors and site vendors.

Allocate work fronts and monitor contractor performance and productivity.

Review manpower and equipment deployment against project requirements.

Ensure contractors comply with project specifications, quality standards and HSE requirements.

Resolve site-level issues and elevate critical matters to the Project Manager.

4. Planning & Schedule Management Prepare and monitor detailed construction programmes and look-ahead schedules.

Track daily, weekly and monthly progress against planned targets.

Identify delays, bottlenecks and critical activities.

Develop recovery plans to achieve project milestones.

Coordinate with the planning team for progress measurement and reporting.

5. Engineering Coordination Coordinate with engineering teams for drawings, technical specifications and site requirements.

Review construction drawings, method statements and technical submissions.

Coordinate closure of RFIs and technical issues.

Ensure design changes and approved revisions are properly implemented at site.

6. Quality Management Ensure construction works comply with approved quality plans and project specifications.

Coordinate inspections, testing and ITP requirements.

Monitor and close NCRs, observations and punch points.

Ensure proper documentation of inspections, approvals and completed works.

7. HSE Management Ensure strict compliance with project HSE requirements and statutory regulations.

Promote a strong safety culture across the construction site.

Conduct regular site inspections and safety reviews.

Ensure proper implementation of risk assessments, method statements and Permit-to-Work requirements.

Take immediate corrective action for unsafe practices.

8. Material & Resource Management Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams for timely availability of materials and equipment.

Monitor material consumption and availability at site.

Ensure proper storage and handling of project materials.

Plan manpower, machinery and other resources according to construction requirements.

9. Client & Consultant Coordination Coordinate with clients, consultants, project management teams and other stakeholders.

Support site inspections, approvals and technical discussions.

Provide regular construction progress updates.

Ensure timely resolution of client/consultant comments and observations.

10. Commissioning & Handover Coordinate mechanical completion and construction punch-list closure.

Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.

Ensure completion documentation, as-built drawings and quality records are maintained.

Support final project handover to the client/O&M team.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Construction completion as per approved schedule

Achievement of construction milestones

Site productivity and manpower efficiency

HSE performance

Quality compliance and NCR closure

Contractor/subcontractor performance

Timely material and resource availability

Punch-list closure

Mechanical completion and commissioning readiness

Successful project handover

Education Bachelors degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

PMP / PRINCE2 certification will be an advantage

NEBOSH / IOSH or other HSE certification will be an advantage

Experience 10–15+ years of overall experience in construction/project execution

Minimum 5+ years of experience in Construction Manager / Construction Lead / Site Manager roles

Strong experience in Solar PV / Renewable Energy EPC projects

Experience in utility-scale Solar PV construction preferred

Strong experience managing contractors, subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams

Experience in civil and electrical BoP works

Experience in testing, commissioning and project handover

International / Middle East / Africa project experience will be an advantage

Technical Skills Solar PV Construction

Solar EPC / Renewable Energy

Utility-Scale Solar Projects

Civil & Electrical Construction

Site Execution & Management

Contractor/Subcontractor Management

Construction Planning & Scheduling

PV Module & Mounting Structure Installation

DC/AC Cabling

MV/HV Systems

Substation & Switchyard

Electrical BoP

Testing & Commissioning

QA/QC

HSE/EHS

Material & Resource Management

Primavera P6 / MS Project

Construction Documentation

Key Competencies Strong site leadership

Construction planning and execution

Problem-solving and decision-making

Contractor management

Client and stakeholder coordination

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Ability to manage large multidisciplinary teams

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Strong focus on safety, quality and productivity

Willingness to work in a site-based and multicultural environment

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