Project Site Manager

TRACTEBEL; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking a Project Site Manager for its Thermal Generation department in KSA. The ideal candidate will manage large-scale Combined Cycle Gas Turbine projects, ensuring compliance with quality standards while leading the site team. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, extensive experience in power projects, and strong leadership abilities. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Paid holidays

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Flexibility for hybrid arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years’ experience in managing large Combined Cycle and Thermal Power Projects.
• In-depth knowledge of international and local engineering codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EPC Contractor’s project execution, ensuring compliance with contractual standards.
• Lead site supervision activities including construction and commissioning.
• Coordinate between Client, EPC Contractor, and Owner’s Engineer site team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job title: Project Site Manager
Location(s): Ghazlan 2 Combined Cycle Power Plant – 70 km north of Dammam, KSA; Qurayyah Combined Cycle Power Plant – 80 km south of Dammam, KSA

Ready to engineer your positive impact? Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our 5,600 passionate experts around the globe, driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day. It’s your chance to be a part of the adventure of the century: accelerating the energy transition – while enhancing people’s lives through meaningful projects. Make your contribution to carbon neutrality in markets like nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high-tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways. Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you!

What We Offer

Tractebel is more than a place to work. It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential. We actively support the development of our people, and the opportunities for growth within the ENGIE Group are wide open. We offer a competitive salary package including paid holidays, performance-based bonuses (for eligible roles), comprehensive health insurance, and ENGIE stock options, among other perks. Flexible, hybrid arrangements allow one day of remote work per week. We value team spirit and celebrate our achievements with events like our annual Iftar gathering and year-end festivities.

Your mission

As Project Site Manager in our Thermal Generation department, you will contribute to our mission every day by playing a crucial role in overseeing and supervising the EPC Contractor’s execution of large-scale Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) and Thermal Power Plant projects. You will ensure the construction, commissioning, and testing of the plant complies fully with the EPC Contract and international standards, while leading the site team to deliver safe, timely, and quality results.

Your Responsibilities

• Oversee EPC Contractor’s project execution, ensuring compliance with contractual, technical, and quality standards.
• Lead site supervision activities including construction, testing & commissioning, material procurement review, and factory inspections.
• Coordinate between Client, EPC Contractor, Owner’s Engineer (OE) site team, and Tractebel’s home office design review team.
• Lead weekly and monthly project meetings, prepare progress reports, and verify work compliance against approved drawings and submittals.
• Manage inspections of materials, equipment, installations, and construction works on site.
• Oversee pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities until handover for commercial operation.
• Prepare punch lists, NCRs, and conduct QA / QC across all disciplines (mechanical, electrical, I&C, civil).
• Ensure health, safety, security, and environmental compliance in accordance with local and international codes.
• Support the Client in contract administration, milestone payment certifications, and review of contractual claims with the support of the Senior Planning and Contracts Engineer.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (approved by Saudi Council of Engineers).
• Minimum 20 years’ experience in managing large Combined Cycle and Thermal Power Projects.
• Maximum age: 55 years.
• Strong leadership qualities with excellent communication and coordination skills.
• In-depth knowledge of international and local engineering codes and standards (ASME, ASTM, API, DIN, VGB, EN, NFPA, ISO, NEC, IEC, IEEE, ACI, ANSI, ASCE, SBC, Saudi Grid Code, PME environmental, AWS, ASHRAE, OSHA, UL, FM, etc.) and KSA regulations.
• Broad technical understanding of mechanical, electrical, control, and civil engineering related to CCGT / thermal power projects.
• Experienced in contract management, claims, change orders, and interpretation of contractual terms.
• Soft skills: analytical and problem-solving abilities; adaptability and resilience; ability to work in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.

Who We Are

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation. Find out more about Tractebel, our activities and why you should join us here. As part of the 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.

Business Unit: Tractebel; Division: Tractebel Div2; Legal Entity: TRACTEBEL ENGINEERING S.A., SAUDI ARABIA BRANCH.

Professional Experience: Senior (experience

15 years)Education Level: Bachelors Degree