Site Manager

Required Qualifications

• Good technical knowledge of Gas Power Plants business, products and processes
• Preferred minimum 10 years relevant work experience in a similar role within power industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs

Overall Expectations

• Lead and manage the site organization and scope of site activities for the project to support customer during installation and commissioning of supplied equipment & service as per contractual requirements within budget
• Protect company interests and advise customer on required levels of quality execution progress and EHS for the fulfilment of works to meet expectations
• The site manager is the technical focal point for the shaft line and responsible for the installation & commissioning, technical compliance of supplied equipment & associated auxiliaries in Open Combined Cycle Power Plant configuration

General

Mobilization

• Prepare assignment with Project Team (Site management, civil, M&E, Commissioning, Regional Leader, Project Manager / Director, Logistics) before site mobilization
• Complete site manager checklist and project start-up checklist
• Review technical contract requirements, interfaces, major equipment installation
• Review project documentation, logistics plans, drawings, specifications
• Evaluate construction requirements (tools, heavy lift, access plans)
• Review installation methods with field engineers
• Lead pre-installation meetings with customer
• Validate material delivery schedules and site logistics
• Establish site organization chart, staffing, and working hours
• Review site regulations and request changes if required
• Coordinate infrastructure setup, accommodations, vehicles, and support
• Organize subcontractor/vendor kickoff meetings
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting systems are in place

Work Execution

Construction

• Lead site team execution and proactively resolve issues
• Support customer in achieving milestones and minimizing delays
• Coordinate with construction and commissioning managers
• Authority to stop unsafe or non-compliant work
• Coordinate heavy equipment positioning and site logistics
• Ensure coordination between on-site and off-site teams
• Drive transition from installation to commissioning
• Participate in inspections and ensure quality compliance

Commissioning

• Ensure timely mobilization of commissioning teams
• Coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
• Lead commissioning of shaft line equipment
• Ensure compliance with permit-to-work and LOTO procedures

Managerial (Budget / Administration / People)

Personnel Management

• Lead and manage all site personnel
• Oversee staffing, mobilization, and demobilization
• Track resource usage and communicate with stakeholders
• Manage timesheets, performance, and staffing plans
• Maintain site organization structure
• Coordinate schedules, vacations, and coverage

Site Budget Management

• Execute cost control and change management processes
• Track extra work, change orders, and cost impacts
• Approve expenditures within scope
• Coordinate billing and cost agreements with customer

Communication

• Act as primary representative to customer and local authorities
• Lead site meetings (daily, weekly progress)
• Maintain internal alignment across teams

Site Reporting

• Produce daily, weekly, and monthly reports
• Maintain logs, documentation, and reporting for risks and disputes
• Deliver final site close-out report and lessons learned
• Ensure EHS reporting and escalation of critical issues

Operational

Punch List Management

• Ensure efficient tracking and closure of punch list items
• Drive completion before commissioning
• Coordinate transition to warranty phase

EHS Management

• Overall authority for site safety
• Enforce EHS standards and compliance
• Authority to stop work if unsafe
• Lead audits, reporting, and safety culture initiatives
• Ensure PPE, LOTO, and safety procedures are followed

Quality Management

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and QA/QC processes
• Manage non-conformances and corrective actions
• Maintain quality documentation and records
• Participate in quality reviews and inspections

Document Management

• Establish and maintain site documentation systems
• Ensure accurate record keeping and drawing updates

Lessons Learned / Best Practices

• Capture and apply lessons learned
• Maintain records for future project improvement

Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations
• Coordinate with engineering on technical compliance
• Support audits and regulatory requirements

Material Management

• Oversee logistics, inventory, and material tracking
• Manage damaged or missing equipment
• Ensure proper storage and preservation

Main Contract Management

• Serve as primary site contact for project leadership and customer
• Track schedule, milestones, and progress
• Manage scope, risks, and contractual impacts
• Support resolution of claims and changes

Site Technical Lead

• Provide technical direction on installation and commissioning
• Serve as focal point for shaft line systems
• Ensure technical compliance of all supplied equipment

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