Head of Construction

Description

As Head of Construction, you will take full ownership of all on-site construction activities, leading multiple contractors and large, diverse delivery teams to ensure world-class execution.

This is a high-impact, site-critical leadership role, responsible for safely and efficiently delivering construction works across one of the most complex and fast-paced solar developments ever undertaken.

• Implementation and enforcement of quality, HSSE, and site governance standards
• Acting as the senior construction authority interfacing with the Project Director and client leadership
• Ensuring construction works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification
• Full responsibility for construction sequencing, productivity, and programme adherence
• Be at the front line of delivery on the world’s largest solar project
• Oversight of temporary works, logistics, and site infrastructure
• Overall leadership of site-based construction delivery on a mega-scale solar and infrastructure programme
• Management and coordination of multiple EPC/EPCM contractors and subcontractors
• Close collaboration with engineering, planning, and commercial teams to resolve site issues

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on construction leader with a proven track record on large-scale energy or infrastructure projects.

• Contract duration: 2 years (with potential extension)
• Lead construction at a scale few professionals ever experience
• Comfortable operating in challenging site conditions and remote locations
• Graduate Engineer qualification (minimum requirement)
• Prior experience on solar mega-projects or similar large infrastructure schemes is highly desirable
• Strong background in EPC / EPCM construction delivery
• 20+ years’ experience delivering construction on large-scale solar power plants and/or major infrastructure projects
• Proven experience leading multi-contractor, high-manpower construction environments
• Demonstrable strength in quality management, HSSE implementation, and programme execution

Benefits

• Relocation support
• Fully provided accommodation
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Market-leading remuneration
• Full mobilisation and on-assignment support
• All travel costs covered
• Visa sponsorship

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance