Senior Site Manager - Solar

 The Site Manager will oversee all construction works of assigned projects ensuring that the Plant is delivered in the budget, time and quality required.   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

•    Responsible for overseeing and coordinating the construction activities of our multiple subcontractors on-site (several projects in parallel)
•    Monitor and report construction activities, resources, and schedules including overseeing the allocation for future tasks to prevent shortages or delays
•    Owner’s representative on-site, coordinate closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that projects are executed in alignment with all plans and requirements based on our work process (WPM) structure
•    Responsible for HSE on site, inspect site safety practices, and addressing unsafe conditions promptly in order to meet HSE regulations on a constant basis
•    Support quality inspections and their documentation, including photos, reports, and quality records
•    Support the identification, documentation, and resolution of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
•    Planning of construction works during development phase and driving continuous improvement initiatives
•    Utilize our integrated software systems, which are built around lean construction and WPM principles, to ensure accurate and transparent reporting

Your profile

-    Significant experience leading the construction of renewable energy projects, with a preference for photovoltaic projects, ideally with an electrical background
-    In-depth knowledge of construction processes, techniques, materials, and safety standards, including civil, electrical, and mechanical components
-    Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams effectively
-    Proven ability to work closely with project managers, providing on-site support and ensuring alignment between field activities and project objectives with the teams, subcontractors and stakeholders on-site
-    Experience using project management and construction software, particularly tools designed for WPM and lean workflows
-    Process oriented and structured way of working with focus on problem solving and fostering collaboration among diverse teams
-    Self-motivation and ability to work in a team
-    Willingness to travel 80% in multi-week assignments 
-    Valid driver's license and willingness to work on various project sites in our core markets

Your qualities

• Competitive salary
• Personal development and Learning opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• In house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work, or buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager

dominic.lindsey@uniper.energy

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

 Job information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.