Job Description

SITE MANAGER WANTED for - implementing 26 MWp Solar and 13 MWh Battery Plant - in western Mali, close to the Sengal Border. The solar project will be within the fence of the mining site and be covered by the mine security.

You will be the responsible Site Manager for this Construction Project, and mainly based on the mine site in MALI. A cross-shift will ensure you can balance on-site and off-site time.

Key Responsibilities

1. Be an integral part of the project team

2. Coordinate and schedule project related construction tasks and activities

3. Manage the construction site and all related aspects on behalf of the company , in close coordination and within the rules and regulations of the mine.

4. Manage and coordinate the interface between the mine, installers and contractor’s and lead the site construction team.

5. Work with Project Manager to track and report adherence to the Project Schedule and Budget

6. Manage and control the construction budget

7. Review and approve invoices from subcontractors working on the Solar Project

8. Review and approve charges from Operations Group for services and supplies provided

9. Report to the Clients corporate project manager

10. Provide weekly status reports

11. Assure adherence to relevant safety, health and environmental standards

12. Liaise with the client operations related to the construction works and regarding support from operations, as needed

13. As required work with HR department on the hiring of qualified National and Expats employees for the construction works. Site Manager would prepare and issue PO’s, working with Client’s on-site purchasing group.

14. The site manager needs to deal with National contractors such as Builders for the concrete block buildings, brush/tree removal from PV site, etc.

15. Obtain and evaluate tenders from National contractors/vendors and coordinate with successful bidders.

Skill & Experience

• >10 years of experience in construction site management for mechanical and/or electrical systems (PV is an advantage)

• Master degree or Diploma in engineering or similar, preferably related to energy, mechanical or electrical

• Willingness to stay at construction site for extended periods, with accommodation in the permanent Mining Camp (with Expat Status), cross-shift will be available.

• Assume the responsibility and self-motivation to deliver the best project as a team player

• Good communication skills as focal person between the solar plant construction, related subcontractors and mining operations

• Structured work style, time management and good reporting routines

• Proficient use of English in business context. Most communication will be in English. French communication skills would be an asset