Senior Project Manager – Substation New

To lead the successful execution of 3 nos. of each 132 kV Substation EPC projects under a major Power Transmission Company, ensuring full compliance with client specifications, project timelines, cost controls, quality benchmarks, and HSE requirements.

1. Project Leadership & Delivery

• Manage the complete EPC lifecycle of 132 kV Substation projects from design to handover.
• Drive engineering coordination, procurement planning, construction management, testing, and commissioning as per client guidelines.
• Ensure timely achievement of project milestones and proactive management of critical paths using Primavera (P6).

1. Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary liaison with client engineers, consultants, and project monitoring teams.
• Ensure all submittals (designs, drawings, material approvals, method statements) are aligned with client specifications.
• Prepare and present progress reports, look-aheads, and recovery plans during client progress meetings.

1. Contractual & Commercial Oversight

• Interpret and implement client project contracts, including FIDIC-based clauses.
• Manage claims, variations, EOTs, and ensure timely billing and collection of certified payments.
• Lead procurement follow-ups to ensure delivery compliance with client -approved vendors.

1. Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce QA/QC protocols aligned with client quality standards and ISO norms.
• Conduct regular HSE audits, toolbox talks, and ensure zero non-compliance during client inspections.
• Coordinate with third-party labs and testing agencies for FAT, SAT, and pre-commissioning activities.

1. Team & Resource Management

• Lead multidisciplinary site teams including engineers, QA/QC, HSE, civil, MEP, and subcontractors.
• Mentor site managers and construction teams for client project-specific documentation and reporting standards.
• Ensure adequate manpower, equipment, and materials are deployed to avoid site delays.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ Power Engineering .
• Experience: Minimum 15–20 years in substation EPC execution with at least 5–7 years handling client projects.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with client Standard Specifications, procedures, submittal templates, and approval protocols.
• Certifications: PMP or equivalent preferred; client Safety Passport is mandatory or to be obtained upon hiring.
• Arabic speaking nationals are preferred

Skills Required:

• Hands-on experience managing EHV GIS substations.
• Proficiency in project planning tools (Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Strong client-facing and communication skills with experience handling client weekly/monthly meetings.
• Working knowledge of vendor interfaces for major equipment (GIS, Power Transformers, Protection Systems, SAS).
• Sound understanding of UAE authority approvals (CICPA, ADDC, Civil Defense, etc.) and construction regulations.