Site Characterization Work Group Leader

Company Description

Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,000 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies.

In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors.

UzAssystem is a joint venture between the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the international engineering company Assystem. Our mission is to drive Uzbekistan's energy transition through innovative renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, hydro, and the region’s first nuclear power plant. We are committed to leveraging digital transformation and advanced engineering solutions to support sustainable energy development.

Job Description

The Site Characterization Work Group Leader will oversee geological, geotechnical, geophysical, hydrological, and topographical investigations for superstructure projects, ensuring compliance with international and local standards. This position involves managing subcontractors, leading site engineering teams, and delivering high-quality, client-focused results.

This role reports directly to the Operation Manager and requires interaction with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure the smooth execution of site characterization projects.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead and manage site characterization projects, particularly in the renewable power sector.
• Ensure technical research aligns with client and industry standards.
• Prepare method statements, factual, and interpretative reports for site investigations.

Subcontractor & Team Leadership

• Effectively manage subcontractors and site engineering teams.
• Coordinate activities and allocate resources to meet project deadlines.

Technical Expertise

• Oversee investigations in geological, geotechnical, geophysical, hydrological, and topographical studies.
• Approve final procedures/methods in compliance with local and international standards.

Health, Safety, and Quality

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety rules.
• Promote continuous improvement of the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) management system.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Geological and/or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in geotechnical research and site characterization projects.
• Familiarity with topographical and hydrological studies is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.
• Availability to make site visits.
• Advanced-level English proficiency, both verbal and written.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and project management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Adaptability to changing environments and effective task prioritization.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Additional Information

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.