Senior Solar Project Site Lead

Upgrade Energy Philippines; Matanao; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

13th-month pay

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Upgrade Energy Philippines (UGEP), a leading renewable energy company, is seeking a skilled Project Site Manager for our utility-scale solar project in Matanao, Davao Del Sur.

You will lead on-site execution, coordinate with engineering, procurement and subcontractors, uphold safety and quality standards, track progress, and report to the Project Manager throughout the construction lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years site management experience in utility-scale construction.
• Knowledge of construction management, electrical and civil works, and safety compliance.
• Strong leadership and coordination abilities.
• Familiarity with Philippine building codes, OSH standards, and solar PV best practices.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and construction reporting tools.
• Willing to be assigned full-time to Matanao.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership to on-site teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and milestones.
• Oversee daily construction activities at the assigned utility-scale solar site, ensuring safe and efficient execution according to plans and standards.
• Monitor construction progress, resolve issues proactively, and report daily site status to the Project Manager.
• Coordinate site mobilization, workflow, and contractor activities to maintain project momentum.
• Ensure adherence to the approved construction schedule and initiate recovery plans if necessary.
• Review technical drawings and verify on-site implementation aligns with project specifications and national standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and commissioning teams for timely equipment delivery, design updates, and technical troubleshooting.
• Support final walkthroughs, punch lists, and project handover procedures.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Construction management

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

Construction reporting tools

Job description

Upgrade Energy Philippines (UGEP), a leading renewable energy company, is seeking a skilled Project Site Manager for our utility-scale solar project in Matanao, Davao Del Sur.

You will lead on-site execution, coordinate with engineering, procurement and subcontractors, uphold safety and quality standards, track progress, and report to the Project Manager throughout the construction lifecycle.