Head of Project Management

Category: Oil and Gas

Industry: Oil & Gas

City/Country: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Location: Dubai

We are looking for a Head of Project Management for one of our clients with the following details:

Location:

Manila, Philippines

Start date: ASAP

Type of contact: Direct Hire

Duration: Permanent contract

Working schedule: 5 days per week (3 days at the office / 2 days WFH)

Local candidates preferred

Qualification and Experience required:

• Local candidates preferred

• having experience with power grid and solar

• Engineering degree is a must (mechanical or electrical), preferably a master in energy or related field.

• 10 years of experience in rooftop solar projects execution and solar engineering.

• Proven track record of project lifecycle management from EPC tendering to the start of operations.

• Leadership experience in managing a diverse team.

• Rigorous, organized and able to prioritize tasks and initiatives.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to handle complex situations and work under pressure.

• Ability and willingness to travel as assigned.

• Knowledge of solar specific software (Helioscope, Meteonorm, PVSyst) is highly desirable.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

• Excellent communication skills in English and the local language.

Activities:

The Head of Project Management is responsible for:

Customer management

• Lead technical communication with the customer during execution and sometimes during pre-sales.

• Deliver the project in line with contract terms and Conditions Precedent.

• Hold regular progress meetings and manage customer acceptance up to COD.

EPC management

• Manage EPC tendering, BOM review, contractor selection, and due diligence.

• Optimize the capex (e.g. firm EPC quote) at pre-sales phase, to be in line with the local market prices.

• Ensure building structure and rooftop are fully compliant with company guidelines, before starting project construction.

• Obtain engineering approvals and secure internal contract validations.

• Negotiate and manage EPC contracts, budgets, delays, bonds, LDs, and contract closure.

• Ensure site readiness, structural compliance, and full adherence to HSE and company standards.

• Oversee permitting, licensing, monthly budgets, and avoid variation orders.

• Ensure accurate as-built documentation and evaluate EPC performance.

• Conduct site inspections and qualify new EPC contractors.

O&M management

• Coordinate smooth handover to O&M prior to project completion.

• Provide full documentation, PR tests, and as-built PVsyst.

• Support O&M in resolving issues during the EPC defects liability period.

General

• Optimize designs with the Design Centre based on site conditions.

• Anticipate risks and ensure insurance, permits, licenses and approvals are in place on time.

• Maintain project data in company tools and drive CAPEX and performance optimization.

• Ensure effective internal handovers and collaborate with Finance, Procurement, and O&M for invoicing, COD, and certificates.

• Contribute actively to the regional PM team and to the country team.

• Interact with teams at APAC Hub/ HQ to share best practices, and improve country projects execution efficiency

If you are interested, kindly apply!