Senior Manager Projects

Job Purpose

The Manager / Sr. Manager Civil is responsible for leading the overall civil execution of ground-mounted solar power projects. This includes managing planning, site execution, quality, safety, resource planning, budgeting, and coordination with internal teams, contractors, and clients. The person will lead a team of engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure timely and quality project delivery.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all civil works related to solar power plant infrastructure, including grading, excavation, foundation, roads, stormwater, cable trenches, and buildings.
• Oversee complete civil scope of solar projects including site development, foundations, inverter/control rooms, drainage, fencing, cable trenching, and internal roads
• Lead and manage the site civil engineering team, ensuring that all members are adequately trained, equipped, and motivated to complete their tasks. Ensure effective site management practices to promote collaboration, clear communication, and a positive team environment.
• Coordinate with other project managers, engineers (electrical, mechanical, environmental), subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless integration of civil works with other project components.
• Supervise the construction and installation of civil works, including foundations, access roads, drainage systems, and other infrastructure for solar projects.
• Monitor the quality of construction materials, methods, and workmanship through site inspections, audits, and testing.
• Prepare and present progress reports, status updates, and performance analysis to the project management team and key stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring the civil engineering aspects of the project stay within scope and budget.
• Lead and guide civil execution teams at various project sites
• Ensure work is done as per drawings, BOQ, standards, and client specifications
• Participate in tendering, estimation, and technical proposal support as needed
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and site execution teams for timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Monitor civil works progress and quality / schedule deviations, including roadways and access tracks, Monitor PV array installation (structure, modules, wiring, string combiner boxes)
• Oversee the day-to-day civil engineering activities, ensuring the safe and efficient execution of construction works.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all civil engineering-related matters on-site.
• Ensure all construction work adheres to engineering designs, specifications, and safety standards.
• Oversee quality control and quality assurance activities, ensuring that civil engineering works meet the highest standards and comply with the approved designs.
• Oversee the procurement and delivery of civil construction materials, ensuring their timely availability and quality.
• Implement corrective actions when necessary to address quality issues or non-compliance with specifications.
• Approve and monitor contractor performance, site progress, and cost control
• Review and approve measurement sheets, billing documents, and site reports
• Handle technical issues, risk mitigation, and help resolve site challenges quickly