Project Manager (Hydropower)

JOB OVERVIEW

The Project Manager for Hydropower and Dam Development Projects will engage with corporate project teams to provide innovative, forward thinking design solutions to facilitate the development, design, and construction of department projects. The ideal candidate must be able to execute complex assignments under minimal supervision and visually portray complex design features. Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize work tasks to meet scheduled delivery dates. Candidates must be self-motivated with excellent written and verbal communication skill and have the ability to work in a collaborative team environment. We are looking for candidates that are committed to owner’s satisfaction, and adhere strictly to owner’s-driven standards, schedules, budgets, and passionate about hydropower and transition to renewable energy sources.

THE ROLE

• Lead and coordinate the project engineering team for the technical development of hydropower projects in accordance with the Execution Strategy.
• Preparation of Execution Strategies for the development of project opportunities to meet the Business Plan of Business Development in terms of:
  • Intended revenue streams
  • Product description and delivery profile
  • Delivery Targets
  • Budgeta
• Such an Execution Strategy shall consist of:
  • Overall schedule to execution and commercial operation
  • Preliminary contracting strategy for execution
  • Definition of performance requirements of the project
  • Gap analysis between any existing studies or data and requirements of the Execution Strategy
  • Identification of required studies and site investigations.

• Provide the necessary support to Business Development on resolving engineering issues to ensure compliance with the Business Plan.
• Interfacing and coordinating with the other Units (Legal, Regulatory, CSR, Supply Chain, Business Development, IT, HSE, etc) for development of the projects from a technical perspective and in accordance with the Execution Strategy.
• Analyze project-specific risks and opportunities; develop a risk management plan coordinating development, project execution strategy, contracting/commercial strategy and project insurance options.
• Ensure that identified risks are actively being considered or mitigated throughout the development of the projects.
• Preparation of Terms of Reference for consultants and contractors for Due Diligences, Feasibility Studies, Site investigations, EPC Tender Documents etc. With the support of Corporate Business Support, prepare procurement documents, draft contracts and manage the procurement process and award.
• Contract Management, with the support of Corporate Business Support, of consultancy and site investigation contracts acting as Owner’s Representative, operate as the project’s single point of contact for all technical and commercial communications. Manage the payment progress and milestone of the consultant/contractor, and validate the billing invoices submitted based on actual progress or submittal review. Negotiate variation orders as required, managing scope, technical issues and commercial commitments.
• Ensure the completeness and the correctness of all the technical documentation and deliverables to be prepared by consultants and contractors.
• Continuously monitoring the deliverables of the project development against specific project constraints as well as requirements set out in the Execution Strategy to ensure that delivery is focused on the business plan.
• Evaluate progress of consultants and contractors with an eye toward managing project risks and exploiting project opportunities and prepare weekly updates for management. Track project key performance indicators (schedule, cost, quality, scope) and provide inputs/corrective action to ensure progress is according to plan.
• Prepare project status reports for communicating with team members and other project stakeholders, whether they are internal (at all organizational levels) or external to the organization.
• Management of tendering of works contracts. Support the broader Project Team and the Management in evaluation EPC tender submittals.
• Support the other units within the Organization for the management supply, construction and commissioning contracts entered with external service providers related to own field of expertise.
• Provide engineering support for hydropower specific engineering issues and value engineering opportunities based on the project-specific risk profile.

THE INDIVIDUAL

• Overall relevant experience of at least 10 years in IPPs/Utilities/EPCs/Consulting firms related to energy sector.
• Minimum of Master’s degree (or equivalent) in engineering, project management, construction management, or related field required. · Overseas experience of significant benefit.
• Valid (Project Management) training or certification issued by any Project Management Institution or Certifying Bodies.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing development and/or construction of hydropower or dam projects.
• Hands-on experience in handling all stages of Engineering Design & technical issues related to hydropower plants and main equipment.
• Knowledge and skills of overall Construction, Commissioning, Project Management, Risk Management & Contract Management of Hydro Power Plants of an advantage.
• Demonstrated excellence in effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and the necessary skills to interface with local representatives, clients, vendors, contractors and subcontractors and other project stakeholders.
• Good understanding of budgets and design for cost solutions.
• Demonstrated project financial understanding (such as the development of construction budgets, interpreting and understanding financial reports, financial evaluations, etc.).