Senior Site Manager – 500MW Solar & BESS Project

About the role

A leading renewable energy company is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a landmark 500 MW utility‑scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Maun, Botswana. The role involves full‑cycle site leadership from mobilisation through commissioning, ensuring safety, schedule, budget and quality targets are met.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all on‑site construction activities from mobilisation through commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate EPC contractors, subcontractors, consultants and internal project teams.
• Ensure works are executed according to approved designs, specifications, schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor contractor performance against scope, schedule, quality and HSE requirements.
• Conduct progress reviews, manage construction interfaces and resolve claims or commercial issues.
• Support planning, progress monitoring, critical‑path recovery and commissioning readiness.
• Maintain construction documentation, quality records and compliance with HSE policies.

Required profile

• Extensive experience delivering large‑scale power, renewable energy, mining, infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Proven track record managing multidisciplinary construction teams and EPC contracts.
• Strong knowledge of civil, mechanical, electrical and commissioning disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to drive performance, productivity and safety on complex sites.

Required skills

• Construction Management
• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
• Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management
• EPC Contractor Coordination