Site Manager (Solar Farm Projects)
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Description
The Site Manager is responsible for overseeing all construction site
activities from mobilization to commissioning and handover of utility-scale
solar farm projects. This includes the installation of photovoltaic (PV)
modules, mounting structures, inverters, transformers, and all auxiliary civil and electrical works such as foundations, access roads, cable trench substations, and grid connection.The Site Manager manages multiple subcontractors
and vendors simultaneously, ensures full compliance with QA/QC, HSE, and technical specifications, and coordinates with the EPC contractor when applicable. He or she is the primary authority on site, responsible for delivering the project safely, on time, on budget, and to
the highest quality standards
Key Responsibilities
Site Leadership & Coordination
- Lead day-to-day site operations, acting as the single point of accountability for all
construction activities.
- Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants, ensuring seamless
coordination and alignment with project objectives.
- Plan and allocate resources (labor, equipment, materials) with the project team to meet schedule and budget.
- Supervise and guide engineers, supervisors, and technicians; conduct toolbox talks and coordination meetings.
- Support preparation of as-built drawings, redline markups, and civil completion dossiers for handover to client.
- Maintain effective communication with clients, stakeholders, and senior management, providing regular updates and progress reports.
- Solar Plant Installation & Auxiliary Works
- Oversee the installation of PV modules, mounting
structures (fixed or tracking systems), inverters, transformers, and
switchgear.
- Supervise and manage auxiliary works, including
foundations, excavation, leveling, grading, backfilling, and compaction,
inverter station platforms, access and internal roads, drainage, electrical
cabling, substations, and grid connection.
- Perform precise verification of cut and fill
quantities using survey data, digital terrain models, and as-built topographic
reports.
- Inspect and monitor construction of reinforced concrete foundations, pile foundations,
pile caps, inverter stations, control buildings, and structural supports.
- Oversee the installation and testing of driven or bored piles, verifying compliance with design depth, alignment, and bearing capacity
requirements.
- Monitor construction of concrete aprons, curbs,
pavements, drainage systems, and peripheral structures such as boundary walls, foundations for trackers, and transformer plinths
- Ensure compliance with OEM procedures, project
specifications, and international solar construction standards.
- Oversee pre-commissioning, testing, and energization of the solar plant in coordination
with electrical and commissioning teams.
- Manage the documentation and approval process for
inspection requests, test reports, and commissioning records.
Subcontractor & Vendor Management
- Manage multiple subcontractors across civil, electrical, and mechanical scopes simultaneously.
- Conduct subcontractor prequalification and performance evaluations; monitor KPIs (progress, quality, HSE compliance).
- Review and certify subcontractor progress reports, claims, and invoices.
- Support contract administration by addressing variations, scope clarifications, and dispute resolution on site.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
8–10 years of experience in construction/energy projects, with at least 5 years in utility- scale solar farm projects.
Proven record as a Site Manager overseeing installation, commissioning, and civil/electrical balance of plant works.
Strong background in subcontractor management, QA/QC, and HSE for solar projects.
Comprehensive knowledge of foundation engineering, soil mechanics, and pile design principles.
Strong understanding of excavation, grading, and earthwork calculations.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and surveying tools (Total Station, GPS) for verification and reporting.
Ability to review and interpret civil, structural, and geotechnical drawings and specifications
Knowledge of roadwork, drainage, and stormwater management systems
Familiarity with PV module installation techniques, inverters, trackers, and cable routing systems.
Knowledge of local (Omani/GCC) and international standards (ACI, ASTM, BS).
Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills; fluent in English, Arabic is an advantage
Certifications: PMP, NEBOSH, or HSE-related training (preferred).
Valid driving license and ability to work on remote project locations.