Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Construction Director to lead the construction and execution of a major utility-scale energy project in Saudi Arabia.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in large-scale power, renewable energy, solar PV, energy infrastructure, transmission & distribution, substations, or related EPC projects. Direct BESS experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the overall construction and site execution of a major energy project.
Manage EPC/EPCM contractors, subcontractors, consultants, OEMs and Owner’s Engineers.
Oversee construction activities from mobilization through commissioning, energization and handover.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and according to required quality standards.
Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning activities.
Monitor project progress, schedule, cost, quality and HSE performance.
Review construction methodologies, schedules, method statements, ITPs and technical submissions.
Manage interfaces between civil, electrical, mechanical, grid connection and commissioning activities.
Coordinate with clients, project company management, grid operators, authorities and other key stakeholders.
Support contract administration, variations, claims, change orders and commercial matters.
Oversee pre-commissioning, commissioning, energization and performance testing.
Ensure compliance with applicable Saudi regulations, grid requirements and project specifications.
Provide regular construction and progress reports to senior management.
Support O&M mobilization and transition from construction to operations.
Lead and develop multidisciplinary project and site teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Power Engineering or a related discipline.
10–20+ years of experience in construction/project management within the energy, power, renewable energy or infrastructure sectors.
Strong experience in one or more of the following:
- Utility-scale Solar PV
- Power Generation
- Renewable Energy
- Substations
- Transmission & Distribution
- Grid Infrastructure
- Energy Storage / BESS
- Large-scale EPC projects
Proven experience managing EPC/EPCM contractors and multidisciplinary construction teams.
Strong understanding of construction planning, project controls, commissioning and project handover.
Experience managing major contractors, consultants, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
Experience in Saudi Arabia or the wider GCC is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of contracts, commercial management, claims, variations and project risk.
Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
Ability to work at a major project site in Saudi Arabia.

Preferred

Experience with utility-scale renewable energy or hybrid energy projects.
Experience with BESS or energy storage projects.
IPP/developer-side experience.
Experience with grid connection, energization and performance testing.
PMP, HSE or other relevant professional certifications.
Experience working with international EPC contractors and Owner’s Engineers.

Construction Director – Renewable Energy / Power