Department Head (m/w/d)

Job Description

Construction Manager will lead and manage the entire construction scope of large-scale renewable energy projects in the Middle East region, ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective execution in compliance with quality, contractual, and regulatory standards.

Location | Project Site

Reporting - Head, Projects

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead construction execution of utility-scale solar/wind/BESS projects from mobilization to commissioning.
• Manage and supervise site teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure quality and safety.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to ensure seamless construction planning and execution.
• Review and monitor construction schedules, resource plans, and progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with HSE norms and implement best-in-class safety practices.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, consultants, local authorities, and third parties.
• Oversee site logistics, material management, and equipment mobilization.
• Conduct daily/weekly/monthly progress meetings and generate MIS reports.
• Proactively resolve site-level issues and escalate risks with mitigation plans.
• Ensure adherence to budget and optimize cost control throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Manage commissioning handovers to O&M or testing teams.
• Drive productivity, quality, and culture of continuous improvement on-site.

Qualification, Skills and Experience

• Education: Degree/Diploma in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering. PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Experience: 15+ Years.
• Proven track record of leading construction for renewable projects (100+ MW).
• Experience in Middle East projects and local regulations preferred.
• Familiarity with EPC & subcontractor interface management.
• Strong knowledge of international construction standards, project management tools (Primavera/MS Project), and QA/QC practices.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Flexibility to relocate and work in remote site conditions within the Middle East region.
• Experience in hybrid or storage-integrated projects.
• Exposure to utility or government-backed renewable projects in GCC.

At Sembcorp, our shared corporate behaviors underpin all the work that we do in building a sustainable future:

• Institution-first Mindset - Put the interest of the Group ahead of individual interests.
• Collaboration - Deliver through collaborating across markets, businesses and functions.
• Accountability - Hold team and self-accountable to deliver on our commitments.