Local Construction Manager

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Main purpose of position Currently we are looking for Site Cosntruction  Manager in Girardot, Cundinamarca for our solar project  to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future.As our Site Construction Manager you are in charge to ensure, through the technical coordination of Project Construction, the implementation of best practices and construction methodologies, including constructability assessments prior to execution. Guarantee that all construction activities comply with the engineering drawings, standards, and technical documents, working closely with the discipline supervisors for civil, mechanical, electrical, and commissioning activities.

Act as the primary interface between the engineering team and the construction team, ensuring efficient communication, timely decision‑making, and alignment throughout the project lifecycle. Support the recruitment and training of Scatec's site team, as well as the evaluation of proposals from major construction contractors.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve guidelines and methodologies for project construction, focusing on technical and constructive quality, HSSE, schedule, and best cost‑benefit evaluation, ensuring full alignment with engineering.
• Evaluate the constructability of engineering designs, considering HSSE, Cost, Schedule, Quality, and Risks, proposing alternatives when applicable.
• Support local project teams in recruiting and training the Scatec Construction team (Supervisors and Site Facilities Administrative Staff).
• Support the Local Team on site in implementing internal routines for basic site services such as security, access control, office facilities (power supply, water, cleaning, basic office materials), vehicles, and warehouse; ensuring that budget‑control routines related to these activities are in place.
• Support the Local Team in establishing routines with Contractors on site, including regular meetings, review processes for method statements and procedures, progress reporting, and construction reporting.
• Support planners in establishing the sequence of activities and durations in high‑level schedules, recovery plans, interfaces between different contractors during the execution phase, as well as manpower and equipment estimates.
• Support projects in evaluating construction contractors' tender proposals and, when required, participate in negotiations and clarification meetings.
• Update benchmark database with historical key information for executed projects.
• Support corporate activities related to ISO Certification and provide continuous input towards improvement and optimization of the Operating System.
• Support and promote Project Control Activities.

Qualifications And Competencies

• Formal Qualification (Construction, Engineering, Project Management)
• 5+ years of experience at site with construction projects involving civil, electrical, mechanical and commissioning activities
• 3+ years with direct responsibility of managing teams at site during construction
• An excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Fluent both written and spoken in English, Spanish
• Availability for frequent travels
• Experience with renewable projects (Solar / Wind / Hydro Power)

Personal characteristics It is part of every employees' terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable : demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We offer Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.

Conditions:Place of work: GirardotType of Contract: Fixed term