- The Site Manager is responsible for overseeing daily construction activities at assigned project site (Argentina), ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in compliance with project specifications. The Site Manager serves as the primary on-site leader, coordinating field personnel, subcontractors, clients, and support teams to achieve successful project execution.
Job Overview
- The Site Manager provides direct leadership of field construction operations and is accountable for site safety, quality, productivity, and schedule performance. This position requires extensive field experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to proactively solve problems in a dynamic construction environment
- The Site Manager works closely with project management, engineering, procurement, and client representatives to ensure construction activities are completed in accordance with project requirements, company standards, and applicable regulations.
- Lead the team to deliver a successful project
- Responsible for execution of the construction plan at the job site including all construction activities and changes to the plan as required and to meet schedule and cost goals of the project
- Responsible for formulating a competent construction execution plan
- Responsible for safety, quality, client interface, construction operations, cost, and schedule, which includes the major risk component – labor productivity
- Takes the lead as front-line business manager
- Actively participate in the development of a construction HSSE culture that makes safety and environmental awareness a natural part of the job
- Implement the Mobilization
- Provide constructability input during design
- Develop a construction organizational plan commensurate with the requirements of the Project Documents and sells the Project Execution Plan to Management
- Visit sites for pending projects and evaluate site conditions and extraordinary requirements
- Ensure each direct report has a full understanding of the Project Execution Plan and other information pertinent to construction execution,
- Accountable for the functional direction, coordination, and performance of all on-site construction operations and support departments including field management, quality, safety, material management, procurement, construction engineering, human resources, business services, industrial relations, and facility turnover
- Maintain plan alignment by continuously assessing the evolving project and updating the Plan, and communicating and reinforcing construction requirements within the project team
- Coordinate and interface with others as required to execute the construction plan and assure that labor, equipment, and materials are available to support the construction effort
- Assure that construction work is performed within the budget and schedule constraints of the project
- Assure accuracy of field estimates and schedules
- Resolve problems Assures construction procedures are implemented
- Control change/scope creep, ensuring that all scope changes are quickly and properly documented, and that change orders are approved prior to the performance of work
- Review the contractual commitments of contractors including cost, quality, and schedule and verify their field activities
- Monitor and control cost, schedule, progress, and productivity including analyzing deviations and taking action to correct negative trends
- Analyze site business interruption risks
- Advise management of developments that could affect project profit, schedule, costs, client relations, and interdepartmental or inter-divisional relations
- Provide the approval and implementation of the Construction Quality Management Plan
- Develop the project schedule with the project team
- Approve and release to the appropriate personnel, change orders resulting from requests for extra work by the client or in-house requests, whenever such work is not included in the original contracted budget and scope of work
- Maintain a chronological record of the project history by having the minutes of meetings and telephone conversations written
- Confirm in writing all significant instructions given to the project team or received from Client
- Manage weekly project status and safety meetings
- Develop an atmosphere of open and honest communication between MDR and Owner, with the goal of excellence in customer relationships
- Own and lead the implementation, enforcement, and verification of compliance with all McDermott policies and procedures
- Ensure employees understand their responsibility and authority to effectively implement the requirements of all McDermott policies and procedures
- Ensure the timely completion of all mandatory training by themselves and their teams
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Site Leadership & Operations
- Manage General Contractor/Subcontractor and/or supervise all daily construction activities at the project site
- Lead field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget
- Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for clients, contractors, and project stakeholders
- Coordinate site logistics, workforce planning, material deliveries, and equipment utilization
- Monitor field productivity and implement corrective actions to address schedule or performance issues
- Ensure work is executed in accordance with approved construction drawings, specifications, permits, and contract requirements
- Conduct daily site inspections to verify compliance with project plans and quality standards
- Maintain detailed site reports, progress updates, and construction records
- Safety & Environmental Compliance
- Promote and enforce a strong Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) culture
- Lead daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and site safety inspections
- Ensure compliance with all company policies, OSHA requirements, client standards, and regulatory requirements
- Investigate incidents and near misses and implement corrective actions
- Stop work when unsafe conditions exist and ensure compliance before resuming activities
Quality Management
- Ensure construction activities meet project quality requirements and applicable codes
- Coordinate inspections, testing, and turnover activities
- Review and verify completed work prior to client acceptance
- Assist in the implementation of site quality management plans
Schedule & Cost Control
- Track construction progress against project schedules and milestones
- Identify schedule risks and recommend mitigation strategies
- Review field labor productivity and resource utilization
- Assist with field cost control and monitor site expenditures
- Support change management processes and ensure proper documentation of scope changes
Team Leadership
- Must be bilingual in English and Spanish with the ability to communicate effectively with craft labor, subcontractors, clients, and project teams
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to site personnel
- Foster teamwork, accountability, and open communication among project stakeholders
- Ensure all required site training, certifications, and orientations are completed
Additional Requirements
- Must be willing and able to work at remote project locations for extended durations
- Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or rotational schedules as required by project demands
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent on-the-job experience
- Minimum of 15-20 years of experience in industrial construction projects with knowledge of Construction Planning
- Prior experience on a construction site, involved with work planning activities including a high level of knowledge and experience with the implementation of detailed work planning processes and procedures
- Knowledge of AWP as a project management methodology and familiarity with all phases of a project lifecycle
- Strong communication and presentation skills, ability to convey complex concepts
- Advanced MS Office skills, specifically with Excel and Access
- Implementation and Management of MDR procedures and standards
- Experience in leadership positions and ability to influence others at a professional level
- Advanced understanding of construction sequencing and construction techniques
- Excellent attention to detail and proven ability to meet deadlines, troubleshoot, and resolve issues
- Energetic with a positive and enthusiastic disposition, possessing a can-do attitude
- Respected for uncompromising integrity, work ethic, and professionalism
- Understand organizational structures for all roles that coincide with WorkFace Planning
- Should clearly understand contract requirements
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent field experience will be strongly considered
- Minimum of 15 to 20 years of industrial, commercial, energy, infrastructure, or heavy construction experience
- Minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience in a Site Manager, General Superintendent, Superintendent, or Field Operations leadership role
- Experience managing subcontractors, craft labor, and field supervisory personnel
- Strong knowledge of construction safety practices, OSHA regulations, and quality control processes
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and contracts
- Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
- Excellent bilingual verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working on a remote job site and managing multi-discipline construction activities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software
- Knowledge of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) and project execution methodologies are preferred
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
- Experience on EPC or industrial construction projects
- Experience supporting projects in remote or challenging geographic locations
- Previous experience working in multicultural and bilingual complex work environments
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