Overview: For one of our major clients, a leading cable manufacturer and installer, we are actively looking to hire a Site Manager with proven experience in Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD). The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the execution of HDD and cable pull in operations on site, ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Act as the main point of contact with the Customer and third parties for supervising the technical and operational aspects of pre lay activities, HDD and pull in activities related to the power cable system.
* Serve as the interface between the Customer, civil works contractors, and cable laying subcontractors to plan activities, verify civil works execution, and inspect infrastructures.
* Supervise Civil works and HDD works to be done at site.
* Maintain a detailed daily record of site activities, ensuring subcontractors'' execution aligns with the submitted plan and contractual requirements.
* Oversee backfilling operations carried out by third party companies, ensuring compliance with schedule, quality, and cable protection standards.
* Ensure proper site supervision, including resource management (personnel and assets), technical oversight, logistics, and HSE compliance.
* Guarantee adherence to internal rules and procedures throughout the entire process.
* Support the preparation of method statements and other necessary documentation in coordination with and under the supervision of the Installation Engineering team.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
* Strong ability to manage the technical and operational aspects of a project, including document review, understanding of drawings and procedures, and hands on field experience.
* Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide a team toward predefined objectives.
* Familiarity of Spanish regulations related to civil works/environmental associated with industrial project development would be a plus
* Previous experience in onshore/offshore cable project will be considered an important plus.
* Excellent communication and relationship building skills with Clients and subcontractors.
* Problem solving mindset and goal oriented approach, with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks in coordination with Management.
* Quick learning ability and strong self motivation.
* Proficiency in common software tools such as Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, AutoCAD, and Internet applications.
* Languages: English (mandatory); French and Spanish (preferred).
* Availability to spend extended periods on site in Spain.
* Flexibility in scheduling.
* Valid driving license.