Site Manager - 12 Month Contract

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building, and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position:

We are looking for a Site Manager, for a 103MW/412 MWh Solar PV Plant project, located close to the town of Ceres, in Westen Cape. The project consists of both 3 x PV (Solar Park) and HV (120kV & 33kV grid connection infrastructure) related construction works. As the Site Manager, you will be directly responsible for all activities related to on-site project construction activities, and the overall successful completion of the project’s construction phase and will report to the Construction Manager. The project is estimated to be completed within 4 months of commencement. Will be in line to start a new project in Klerksdorp 1 plus year after completion of Ceres.

Main Responsibilities (not limited to) of the Site Manager:

• Overall management of all site construction and related activities
• Ensure project compliance to the Project Management Plan
• Monitoring, evaluating and reporting of all Sub-Contractors’ on-site performance
• Ensure all site personnel and sub-contractors’ compliance to all contractual requirements and specifications into. Progress/schedule, budget, quality, HSSE requirements, site-related activities etc. and raise any non-compliances to the Construction Manager and Project Manager
• Review and enforce sub-contractors’ method statements and templates for the different site activities. Assist their teams during approval phases and ensure that the documentation is available and approved before any activities commence
• Compile weekly and Monthly Construction reports based on on-site progress
• Ensure on-site risk management and risk mitigation process are being enforced/complied with.
• Enforce and monitor site access control
• Interface with all relevant Stakeholders on a day-to-day basis ito hosting (on site), electronic communications, meetings etc.
• Enforce and monitor all safety regulations and SHE spec.

Qualifications And Competencies

• Formal Qualification (Construction, Engineering, Project Management, etc) relevant to the position
• 10+ years relevant on-site construction management experience involving civil, electrical, mechanical, and commissioning activities on PV Plants or similar (PV experience preferred) – proven track record
• An excellent knowledge of MS Office / Computer skills
• Sound understanding of multi-cultural environments
• Fluent both written and spoken in English
• Availability for frequent travels – will be site based
• Knowledge of MS Projects, Primavera & Commissioning procedures
• Valid Driver’s license
• Valid Passport
• No prior criminal record

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhering to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way.
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritize and work independently.
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust.
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude.

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse, and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.