Project Manager – Construction (Wind Turbine Plant)

Green Umbrella Recruitment; Duqm; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Oman is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to oversee the construction of a new Wind Turbine Plant in Duqm, starting July 2025. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in construction, particularly renewable energy projects, with proven leadership and project management skills, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage complex, multi-phase constructions and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years in construction, with 5+ years in plant construction or renewable energy.
• Proven track record of managing projects valued at $150M or more.
• PMP, CCM, or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution from design to commissioning.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules and budgets.
• Supervise daily operations and enforce quality control measures.

Skills

Leadership

Team Coordination

Negotiation

Conflict Resolution

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive ProjectManager to lead the construction of a new Wind Turbine Plant in Duqm, Oman,commencing in July 2025. The ideal candidate will bring 10–15+ years of provenexperience in the construction industry, with a strong preference for those whohave managed renewable energy projects, particularly wind turbine or solarpower plants, and large-scale industrial facilities.

This position requires a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise, theability to manage complex multi-phase construction projects, and stronginterpersonal skills to coordinate with internal teams, external stakeholders,and government authorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Planning

- Lead all on-site activities, serving as the primaryauthority for managing project execution from design through commissioning.

- Develop, manage, and regularly update comprehensive project schedules,budgets, and resource allocations to ensure successful delivery within scope,time, and cost constraints.

- Oversee all phases of the project, including design development, permitting,bidding, procurement, and construction.

- Conduct regular progress and coordination meetings, providing clearexecutive-level updates to stakeholders.

Construction Execution & Oversight

- Supervise daily operations, ensuring all work complieswith engineering drawings, quality standards, safety protocols, and regulatoryrequirements.

- Enforce strict quality control measures and conduct periodic inspections ofwork to ensure high standards of construction and workmanship.

- Address and resolve on-site challenges, including weather-related delays,labor availability, supply chain disruptions, and technical conflicts.

- Promote a zero-incident safety culture and ensure all activities are performedin compliance with local HSE regulations.

Team Management & Coordination

- Lead and mentor a diverse project team includingcontractors, engineers, consultants, architects, and subcontractors.

- Foster teamwork, delegate responsibilities, and ensure accountabilitythroughout the site.

- Liaise effectively with clients, investors, consultants, and governmentagencies to align on goals, timelines, compliance, and reporting.

Contract, Financial & Risk Management

- Monitor and control project costs, forecast expenditures,and implement cost-optimization strategies to maintain financial health.

- Negotiate contracts with vendors and subcontractors, and resolve financialclaims or disputes when necessary.

- Ensure adherence to all contractual obligations, legal requirements, andindustry standards.

- Identify and mitigate project risks, such as design errors, constructiondelays, or scope changes, through proactive planning and communication.

- Maintain accurate and organized documentation including RFIs, change orders,daily logs, and site records.

Requirements

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in CivilEngineering, Construction Management, or a related field (Master’s degreepreferred).

- Certifications:

- PMP, CCM, or equivalent professionalcertifications preferred.

- Experience:

- Minimum 10–15 years in theconstruction industry with at least 5 years in plant construction or renewableenergy projects (wind/solar).

- Proven track record managing complexprojects valued at $150M or more.

- Technical Knowledge:

- Strong understanding of constructionmethods, materials, MEP systems, and engineering practices.

- Proficiency in project managementsoftware such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and basic design review tools(AutoCAD, Bluebeam, etc.).

- Soft Skills:

- Strong leadership, team coordination,and mentoring abilities.

- Excellent negotiation andconflict-resolution skills.

- Effective written and verbalcommunication, including stakeholder reporting.

- Sharp analytical thinking anddecisiveness under pressure.

Work Environment & Expectations:

- This is a site-based role located in Duqm, Oman, requiringfull-time presence on-site.

- Office coordination and occasional travel may be required to meet withsuppliers, consultants, or remote teams.

- Flexibility to work extended hours or weekends when needed to meet criticaldeadlines.