Site Manager (Solar Farm Projects)

gu-recruitment; Muscat; On-site; OMR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

gu-recruitment is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead day-to-day operations on a utility-scale solar project in Oman. You will coordinate EPC contractors, manage resources, and ensure alignment with schedule and budget.

Responsibilities cover installation of PV modules, inverters, and balance-of-plant works, along with robust subcontractor oversight, QA/QC, and HSE. Strong leadership and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• 8–10 years in construction/energy projects; 5+ years in utility-scale solar farms.
• Proven Site Manager with installation, commissioning, and civil/electrical balance of plant works.
• Subcontractor management, QA/QC, and HSE for solar projects.
• Foundation engineering, soil mechanics, pile design.
• Excavation, grading, earthwork calculations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Total Station, GPS for verification/reporting.
• Read and interpret civil/structural/geotechnical drawings; roadwork/drainage knowledge.
• PV module installation techniques, inverters, trackers, cable routing; local and international standards.
• Leadership, communication, negotiation skills; English fluent; Arabic advantageous.
• Certifications: PMP, NEBOSH, or HSE training preferred; valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations; single point of accountability for construction activities.
• Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants; coordinate with project objectives.
• Plan resources (labor, equipment, materials) with project team to meet schedule and budget.
• Supervise engineers, supervisors, technicians; conduct toolbox talks and coordination meetings.
• Support preparation of as-built drawings, redline markups, and civil completion dossiers.
• Maintain communication with clients, stakeholders, and senior management; provide updates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

English (fluency)

Arabic (advantage)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Total Station

GPS surveying

Job description

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.