HV Site Manager

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
Currently we are looking for HV Site Manager in Ras Gharib, Egypt for our wind project (Shadwan) to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future.

As our HV Site Manager you will be Responsible for overseeing all day-to-day construction activities, implement high on-site quality standards, ensure all personnel and contractors maintain high HSE standards, and monitor & report progress. Anticipate and lead the team reaction to challenging site conditions (like extreme heat and windy dust storms) during key construction activities.

Main point of contact with the Contractors at site, responsible to lead daily and weekly meetings, coordinate the sequence of the construction activities with the support of supervisors. Accountable for all balance of plant site construction activities.

Main responsibilities 

1. Site Management & Coordination: Oversee project disciplines such as safety, environment, logistics, quality control, documentation, progress tracking, and community liaison, ensuring contractual compliance and supporting the Construction Team.
2. Site Services & Budget Control: Ensure basic site services (security, office facilities, vehicles) are maintained and monitor related budget expenses.
3. Team Management: Manage and coordinate Scatec site teams, including planning resources, controlling work hours, rotations, and addressing conduct or performance issues.
4. Contractor Liaison: Act as the main contact with contractors, leading daily/weekly meetings and coordinating construction activities with supervisors.
5. Reporting & Monitoring: Prepare daily and weekly construction reports and evaluate progress reports from subcontractors for accuracy.
6. Stakeholder Engagement: Represent Scatec in community meetings, liaising with local authorities, unions, environmental agencies, and supporting audits.
7. Quality & Technical Oversight: Support supervisors in reviewing contractor method statements, procedures, technical assessments, and designs.
8. Project Close-out & Handover: Manage site demobilization, contractor closure, onboarding of O&M teams, and handover activities at project completion.

Qualifications and competencies 

1. Education & Technical Knowledge: Minimum degree or diploma in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying, with good MS Office skills; preferred qualifications include Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, renewable energy specialization, and project management education.
2. Experience: Over 10 years in construction management, including electrical, mechanical, and civil works, with at least 7 years in EPC projects, and site management of HV GIS substations (preferably 500 kV).
3. Languages & Additional Skills: Fluent in both Arabic and English, with expertise in reinforced concrete and steel works, and experience managing renewable energy construction projects.

Additional Information:

• 12 Month Contract with potential contract extension.

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere 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 prioritise 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.