Senior Site Manager

Umbilical Advanced; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 84.000 - 108.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global leader in plant engineering is seeking a Site Manager to oversee a major emissions-reduction project across two power plants. This role requires proven experience in complex projects and leadership of on-site activities. The ideal candidate should have an engineering degree and is willing to rotate between Germany and Kosovo. The position offers a competitive salary and a strong long-term career path in a positive environment.

Leistungen

€84,000 – €108,000 Base Salary

30% Onsite Uplift on Basic Salary

Company Bonus

Company Car When in Kosovo

Relocation Support

Company Pension

30 Days Leave + German Bank Holidays

Paid Accommodation, Travel & Expenses

Flexible Working Hours

Long-Term Career Path

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience on complex industrial or power generation projects.
• Background in EPC, energy, heavy industry, or chemical/nuclear construction.
• Willingness to rotate between Germany and Kosovo.

Aufgaben

• Lead all site activities from preparation to commissioning.
• Manage dismantling, ESP replacement, and boiler upgrades.
• Oversee up to 200 site staff and subcontractors.
• Deliver daily briefings and manage risk assessments.
• Coordinate logistics and align works with technical drawings.

Kenntnisse

Experience as Site Manager

Strong planning and coordination

Leadership abilities

Fluent English

German or regional language skills

Ausbildung

Mechanical or construction engineering degree

Jobbeschreibung

Site Manager (m / f / d)

Power Plant Modernisation & Emissions Control – EPC Environment

Location : Germany (initially), with site phases based in Kosovo on rotation

• €84,000 – €108,000 Base Salary
• 30% Onsite Uplift on Basic Salary
• Company Bonus
• Company Car When in Kosovo
• Relocation Support Negotiable
• Company Pension
• 30 Days Leave + German Bank Holidays
• Paid Accommodation, Travel & Expenses
• Flexible Working Hours
• Long-Term Career Path

Umbilical Search is proud to represent a global leader in plant engineering, known for delivering complex turnkey solutions across the power generation sector.

With over four decades of expertise and a strong presence across Europe and Central Asia, this organisation is seeking a skilled Site Manager to take a lead role in a major emissions-reduction and plant upgrade programme.

This is a key role on a €100m international energy project, managing all on-site construction activity across two multi-phase plant shutdowns. The successful candidate will help transition from project design into execution, with strong support from engineering, commercial, and local teams.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Lead all site activities from preparation to commissioning across two power plant units
2. Manage dismantling, ESP replacement, boiler upgrades, and SNCR building installation
3. Oversee up to 200 site staff and subcontractors, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity
4. Deliver daily briefings, manage risk assessments, and enforce health & safety standards
5. Coordinate logistics: crane locations, material flow, and site layout
6. Align works with technical drawings, timelines, and project specifications
7. Resolve site issues quickly and maintain progress across multiple contractors
8. Prepare key documentation: schedules, safety plans, and local compliance paperwork
9. Liaise with internal teams, the client, and project partners throughout project phases
10. Support final testing, performance checks, and handover in early 2028

Ideal Profile :

1. Proven experience as Site Manager / Supervisor on complex industrial or power generation projects
2. Background in EPC, energy, heavy industry, or chemical / nuclear construction
3. Mechanical or construction engineering degree (or equivalent technical qualification)
4. Strong planning, coordination, and leadership abilities
5. Fluent English required; German or regional language skills beneficial
6. Willingness to rotate between Germany and Kosovo
7. Initial 6-month preparation phase based in Germany
8. From April 2026 to April 2028: 3-month site rotations in Kosovo with a 2-week return to Germany after each cycle
9. All travel, accommodation, and expenses are fully covered

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to lead a landmark sustainability project in a collaborative, technically excellent environment. The role offers real autonomy, long-term career potential (including the path to Director level), and a positive culture with a strong sense of purpose and impact.

How to apply :

Please click “apply” or for further information, please contact Ajay Bhella at Umbilical Limited. Alternatively, email your up-to-date CV to [e-mail]

Umbilical Limited is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience.

We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion / beliefs, or sexual orientation.