Construction Site Management ( Senior Manager /Manager)-Solar Project ,Bikaner Rajasthan

Job Description:

Position Title:
Construction Manager

Location:
Project Site (Site Specific)

Reporting To:
Head- Projects

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly driven and experienced Construction Manager to lead the on-site execution and commissioning of large-scale renewable energy assets (solar, wind, hybrid) Site Specific. This role demands end-to-end ownership from detailed construction planning through to safe, high-quality commissioning ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and with zero tolerance for unsafe acts.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Mobilization

• Develop and maintain detailed Site Execution Plans, including work breakdown structures, resource schedules, and logistics strategies.
• Lead pre-construction surveys, risk assessments and readiness reviews to anticipate site constraints (access, terrain, weather, local permissions).
• Establish on-site construction office, Guest Houses, procure/allocate equipment, materials and staffing in collaboration with Procurement and HR.

Execution & Quality Management

• Direct all civil, mechanical, electrical and SCADA works, ensuring adherence to design specifications, contractual requirements and industry codes.
• Implement and enforce the Project Quality Assurance Plan (QAP); manage NCR tracking, corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Oversee EPC contractor performance, certify progress invoices and validate “as-built” documentation for handover.

Commissioning & Handover

• Coordinate pre-commissioning, SAT and commissioning activities with vendors, grid operators (CTU/STU), and Owner’s Engineer to satisfy all technical and lender requirements.
• Coordination to secure Completion Certificates (CEIG, fire safety, environmental), bay energization approvals and final grid synchronization.
• Manage punch-list closure, prepare Operation & Maintenance handover packages and ensure knowledge transfer to O&M teams.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Champion a zero-tolerance safety culture, site audits, toolbox talks and incident investigations.
• Enforce compliance with corporate HSE standards, local labour laws and environmental regulations; maintain HSE registers and reporting dashboards.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Liaison

• Interface with local authorities, utilities, landowners and community representatives to secure site access, permits and clearances.
• Facilitate inspections by lenders’ technical advisors, statutory bodies and third-party auditors; address observations promptly.

Financial & Reporting Controls

• Monitor project budgets, track cost variances and implement mitigation measures; review subcontractor claims and change orders.
• Deliver weekly/monthly status updates—covering progress, forecasts, risks and mitigation plans—to senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience:
• 12+ years in construction management of large-scale renewable or power transmission projects in India.
• Proven track record delivering ≥100 MWp solar projects from ground-breaking to COD.
• Hands-on experience with EPC contracting models, quality systems and commissioning of 33/132/220 kV substations and transmission lines.
• Technical Knowledge:
• In-depth understanding of project controls, construction methods, grid-code requirements and statutory approvals (CEIG, environmental, land).
• Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6 and standard ERP modules for procurement and finance.

Core Competencies

• Leadership & Team Management: Inspire multi-disciplinary teams and contractors to perform under pressure with accountability.
• Safety Mindset: Demonstrated commitment to a “safety first” culture; adept at hazard identification and behaviour-based safety interventions.
• Quality Focus: Meticulous attention to detail with strong corrective-action discipline.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to align internal teams, third-party vendors and regulators.
• Analytical Problem-Solving: Proactive risk-management approach with data-driven decision making.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Thrive in dynamic, remote environments and pivot swiftly in response to site challenges.