Substation Construction Site Manager at Siemens Energy Limited

Siemens is an Integrated Technology Company. The business activities of our Energy, Health care, Industry and Infrastructure & Cities Sectors have enabled us to capture leading market and technology positions worldwide. Technological excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and international focus have been our hallmarks for 165 years, making us strong and linking us to our shareholders, employees and customers as a partner of trust.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Substation Construction Site Manager

Location: Lagos / Abuja (FCT)
Job type: Full-time
Business Unit: Grid Solutions
Department: SE GT GS EU&AF WE&AF PM

Job Summary

• As a Substation Construction Site Manager at Siemens Energy, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the construction and commissioning of electrical substations, driving our mission of sustainable energy solutions. 
• You will engage with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• This position is tailored for experienced construction managers with a strong background in engineering. 
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing construction projects, particularly in the energy sector, and will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.
• Your leadership will directly influence project success, enhance client satisfaction, and support Siemens Energy’s commitment to delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions.
• You will be part of a collaborative and inclusive team culture that values open communication, diverse perspectives, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities
Construction Planning & Execution:

• Overall responsibility for all onsite works within the responsibility of the Civil, Erection and Commissioning Team
• Supervise and coordinate all on-site construction activities, ensuring adherence to the project timeline and technical requirements.
• Work closely with the Project Manager and engineering teams to align construction execution with project plans.
• Implement and maintain construction schedules, tracking daily progress and adjusting as needed.

Site Management & Coordination:

• Oversee the work of subcontractors, suppliers, and construction teams to ensure efficient project execution.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Organize and lead daily and weekly site meetings to monitor progress and resolve issues proactively.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with the requirements, regulations and procedures governing occupational environmental health and safety (EHS) while promoting and leading the zero harm cultures for the scope within your responsibility.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to maintain a safe work environment.
• Ensure proper implementation of environmental protection measures during construction.
• Legal responsibility for the project site and all site personnel, responsibility for on-site order implementation and quality results related to the Siemens Energy scope of work.

Resource Management, Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation:

• Planning, organizing, and controlling resources/processes including workforce, materials, and equipment to achieve project objectives within the constraints of scope, time, quality, budget, and safety.
• Work with procurement teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to avoid delays or safety issues
• Quickly resolve on-site challenges related to materials, labour, or design changes
• Liaise with engineers and project managers to implement technical solutions where needed

Qualification and Experience

• Educational Background in the fields of Electrical or Civil Engineering or a related field.
• At least 5 years on site experience in a leading position (Electrical / Civil) site lead) on major construction sites.
• Extensive experience in construction of complex industrial projects (preferably for High Voltage Electrical Power Projects) EPC and / or consortium projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of project management tools (MSP, Office 365, etc.)
• Ability to coordinate a project.
• Understanding of applicable standards, regulations, and laws
• Mediation skills in case of conflicts
• Interpersonal skills and good communication
• Organization
• Goal-oriented, comfortable working in diverse teams, and experienced in managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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