Head of General Site Management (f / m / d)

Siemens Energy; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology firm is seeking a General Site Management function leader to oversee global energy infrastructure projects in Manchester. The candidate must possess strong engineering qualifications and extensive experience in project management, particularly in large-scale EPC projects. This role emphasizes safety, operational excellence, and team development, with benefits including flexible work options and professional growth programs.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Employer-financed pension scheme

Shareholder opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Personal development programs

Childcare options

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing high performing teams.
• Long term experience in EPC projects within energy or industrial sectors.
• Experience working across various functions in a multinational corporation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the General Site Management across global energy infrastructure projects.
• Implement GSM strategies aligned with project execution standards.
• Drive innovation in site management practices and digitalization.

Skills

People management

Stakeholder management

Project execution

Risk mitigation

Communication

Team culture enhancement

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

You will lead the General Site Management (GSM) function across global energy infrastructure projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality and cost-conscious execution of construction, installation, and commissioning activities. Your day involves strategic leadership, operational oversight, and driving excellence in compliance, safety, and performance.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Define and implement GSM strategy aligned with Siemens Energy’s project execution framework and applicable standards
• Establish maintain and foster standardized processes for site execution, including but not limited to planning, mobilization and demobilization
• Drive innovation in site management practices and digitalization initiatives. Foster lessons learnt and good practice sharing
• Oversee preparation and execution of construction, installation, commissioning, and acceptance phases
• Ensure robust segregation of work zones and enforce “Zone it / Own it” principles for safety and accountability
• Monitor risk profiles using tools like Heat Maps and RAMS boards to prevent incidents
• Act as the primary interface between Siemens Energy stakeholders and ensure sites are lead considering external partners like customers, consortium partners, and subcontractors
• Represent GSM in cross-functional meetings and strategic planning sessions
• Ensure transparent communication of risks, opportunities, and lessons learned across projects and through all stages of the project
• Enforce Siemens Energy’s Zero Harm philosophy and EHS regulations on all sites
• Ensure contractual compliance and alignment with global standards for HVDC and other energy infrastructure projects
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and development of Site Managers and GSM personnel
• Empower teams through training and mentoring, fostering a culture of safety, ownership and continuous improvement
• Ensure transparent communication throughout the project, on project status, risks, opportunities and other project impacts

What You Bring

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline; advanced certifications preferred
• Proven track record in people management, building high performing teams and driving change supported by strong networking ability, Communication and strong stakeholder management skills
• Long term experience in site and project management for large-scale EPC projects in energy or industrial sectors
• Eager and curious to learn and actively seek feedback impulses from inside and outside the Organization
• Ability to live and foster team cultures
• Deep understanding of project execution with site focus including contract, risk mitigation, and cost control
• Experience w / working across various functions within a multi-national Corporation
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
• Willingness to travel internationally

About The Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition.

Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100.000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https : / / www.siemens-energy.com / employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards / Benefits

• In addition to an attractive remuneration package in line with the market, you can expect an attractive employer-financed company pension scheme
• We also offer the opportunity to become a Siemens Energy shareholder
• We offer our employees the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely, and our inspiring offices provide space for collaboration and creativity
• The professional and personal development of our employees is very important to us. We provide them with the opportunities to learn and develop in a self-determined way, various attractive programmes and learning materials are available for this purpose
• In relation to the "compatibility of family and work", we have a wide range of offers, e.g. flexible working time models, childcare places at many locations, the possibility of trial part-time work or even a sabbatical

We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.

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