Senior Construction Site Manager

Job Description Why should you join our team?

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States, France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities.

For more than 30 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity. We are convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way to a better world. We remain committed to responsible growth that balances people, our planet, and prosperity. We believe in offering an engaging, inclusive and supportive work environment where each team member can thrive.

Your contribution!

The Senior Construction Site Manager oversees project planning, site management, and compliance with HSE and QA/QC standards. They manage resources, mitigate risks, and ensure financial and regulatory adherence while leading the team and communicating with stakeholders.

Your day-to-day! Project Planning And Coordination

- During the pre-construction phase of a project, participate in the development of the detailed site plans, configuration, engineering, schedules, and construction plan.

- Develop and prepare on site construction QA/QC plan.

Site Management

- Oversee daily site operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity as planned.

- Manage on-site resources, including labour, contractors and suppliers.

- Monitor progress, adjust schedules as needed to meet project milestones and provide risk mitigations solution.

- Ensure compliance and adherence to construction contracts and suppliers’ agreements.

Health, Safety, And Environmental Compliance

- Enforce strict health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.

- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Quality Control And Assurance

- Lead the team to inspect and/or perform inspection to identify and resolve defects or non-conformities as per QA/QC plan.

- Financial Management.

- Assist in budget preparation and monitoring expenditures to avoid overruns. Participate in negotiation with suppliers and subcontractors to secure cost-effective agreements.

Risk Management

- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies with project team.

- Respond promptly to emergencies or unexpected issues to minimize impact on the project.

- In collaboration with functional project team, ensure contingency plans are in place for environmental and operational risks.

Team Leadership And Staff Development

- Lead, motivate, and supervise the construction team and contractors.

- Resolve conflicts and foster a positive, productive work environment.

Stakeholder Communication

- Act as the primary point of contact for on-site project-related communications.

- Prepare and present regular reports to project director, clients, and regulatory bodies.

- Facilitate site visits and audits from stakeholders and authorities.

Regulatory And Legal Compliance

- Ensure all construction activities comply with legal, contractual, and regulatory requirements.

Your skills, our requirements!

- 7 years of experience in the construction and/or management of energy projects or in a similar position on heavy civil infrastructure

- Electrical engineering degree, or equivalent

- Experience with large and complex multidisciplinary projects including contract and supplier interfaces

- Team oriented attitude

- Understanding of renewable energy project construction

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

- Service-oriented with commitment to working within a multi-disciplinary team environment

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, self-starter and energetic

- Makes good decisions based on available information and with the interest of the company priority

- Bilingualism (French and English, written and spoken) is required to ensure collaboration with different stakeholders outside of Québec on a regular basis (knowledge of Spanish, an asset)

- EPC experience desirable

- Direct management/leadership of project teams

- Proficiency with the MS Office Suite, especially MS project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Additional considerations!

- The position is based in the company's Longueuil (Quebec) headquarters.

- This position is a P4 level.

Our benefits!

- Competitive salary and annual bonus;

- Three weeks vacation to start and paid vacations during the holiday season;

- 100% Innergex-funded medical insurance from day one of employment, including primary care services through dialogue (or telemedicine) for permanent positions;

- Group retirement with employer participation;

- Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program;

- Hybrid work model;

- Career development opportunities;

- Offices accessible by public transportation.

Innergex is an equal opportunity employer that values each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Innergex is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment and bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. The key to our success as a global company is to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

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Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.