The Role
Leads end-to-end execution of green hydrogen and ammonia projects from concept development through FEED, EPC/EPCM, commissioning, and operations support. Manages multidisciplinary engineering teams, schedules, budgets, techno-commercial evaluations, stakeholder interfaces, risk assessments, contractor coordination, and technical deliverables. Oversees electrolysis, ammonia synthesis, storage, liquefaction, and export systems while ensuring safety, compliance, quality, cost, schedule, commissioning readiness, and client satisfaction.
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Job Description: Project Manager – Green Hydrogen & AmmoniaPosition Title
AVP - PROJECTS
LocationSurat HO (Montessa)
Role OverviewThe Project Manager will lead end-to-end execution of green hydrogen and ammonia projects, from concept development through FEED, EPC/EPCM, commissioning, and operations support. The role requires strong techno-commercial expertise in hydrogen electrolysis, ammonia synthesis, storage/export systems, and integrated energy projects, ensuring delivery aligned with cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
Key Responsibilities1. Project Planning & Execution- Lead full project lifecycle: concept selection, feasibility studies, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
- Develop and manage integrated project schedules, cost estimates (Class II), and execution strategies.
- Ensure alignment of project scope with business case, stakeholders, and investment approvals.
- Manage projects involving:
- Hydrogen production via electrolysis
- Green ammonia synthesis and storage systems
- Hydrogen liquefaction, compression, and export/import systems
- Oversee integration of upstream (electrolysis) with downstream (ammonia, storage, transport).
- Support design and execution of:
- Ammonia synthesis plants
- Ammonia dissociation units (H₂ recovery)
- Hydrogen liquefaction facilities [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Act as the primary interface with clients, licensors, EPC contractors, JV partners, and internal leadership.
- Coordinate with global clients such as energy majors and national oil companies. [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Lead multidisciplinary teams across process, mechanical, civil, and instrumentation disciplines. [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Supervise development of:
- Process design packages (PFDs, P&IDs, HMBs)
- Equipment datasheets and technical specifications
- Operating manuals and commissioning procedures [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Ensure optimal process efficiency, energy integration, and sustainability performance.
- Review and approve EPC deliverables in line with international standards. [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Lead techno-commercial evaluations for large-scale projects (up to billion-dollar investments). [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Manage:
- Bid evaluation (technical and commercial)
- Vendor prequalification
- Contract and risk assessment [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Drive proposal development for hydrogen and ammonia value chain opportunities.
- Lead risk assessments including:
- HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, ALARP studies [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Ensure compliance with:
- Environmental and safety standards
- International codes and client specifications
- Maintain project risk registers and mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate site execution and interface with contractors during project delivery.
- Support commissioning activities for:
- Hydrogen plants
- Ammonia units
- Storage and export systems
- Ensure readiness for operations and handover.
- Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams. [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Drive performance management, training, and capability development.
- Foster a culture of technical excellence, safety, and innovation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred). [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- 15–25+ years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or clean energy sectors.
- Proven experience in EPC/EPCM/PMC project execution.
- Direct involvement in:
- Green Hydrogen projects (electrolysis-based)
- Ammonia synthesis / storage / export projects
- Gasification, syngas, or hydrogen value chain projects [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Experience in mega projects (>$500M to $1B+). [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Exposure to international projects (Middle East / Europe / Asia).
- Process simulation tools: Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, PRO/II, UniSim [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Engineering tools for pipeline and process design (OLGA, PIPESIM, etc.) [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
- Strong knowledge of hydrogen and ammonia technologies
- Project management & execution excellence
- Techno-commercial acumen
- Strategic thinking and concept development
- Stakeholder management and leadership
- Risk management and decision-making
- On-time, on-budget project completion
- Successful commissioning of hydrogen/ammonia facilities
- Safety compliance and zero major incidents
- Cost optimization and value engineering
- High client satisfaction
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
- Master’s degree preferred
- 15–25+ years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, or clean energy sectors
- Proven EPC, EPCM, or PMC project execution experience
- Direct experience with green hydrogen electrolysis projects
- Experience with ammonia synthesis, storage, or export projects
- Experience with gasification, syngas, or hydrogen value chain projects
- Experience managing mega projects valued at more than $500 million to $1 billion or more
- Exposure to international projects in the Middle East, Europe, or Asia
- Experience with Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, PRO/II, or UniSim
- Experience with OLGA, PIPESIM, or similar pipeline and process design tools
- Strong knowledge of hydrogen and ammonia technologies
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The Company
What We Do
KP Group was founded by Dr. Farukbhai Gulambhai Patel in 1994 which is now well recognized group of Gujarat. What started as a logistics service provider in 1994 is now a Rs.100+ Billion business empire. The Group has completed more than 29 years of its successful operations and today consists of several group of companies, all contributing to the fast and robust growth of the group. During the last decade the group has achieved phenomenal growth as a result of diversification into fabrication and galvanizing, renewable energy sector (Solar & Wind), Telecom infrastructure and lately in Green Hydrogen and Ammonia.
