Project Manager; BOP

Role Profile:
Project Manager

This is a greenfield CCGT project to be constructed with a net power capacity of 2400 MW, together with its ancillary equipment, associated infrastructure and facilities. The Plant and associated Electrical Special Facilities (ESF) will be located inland at a site approximately 50 km north‑east of the City of Abu Dhabi.

This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in the full lifecycle of the project, from design and engineering to construction and operation, all within a dynamic and innovative environment. The project promises stability and long‑term impact.

Taweelah, Abu Dhabi, UAE (Site is 30–40 km from Abu Dhabi city)

Project Management Head

Lead the execution of projects and ensure full completion safely within budget, within schedule and in full compliance with engineering, quality, HSSE and regulatory standards. The scope includes managing the owner's engineer team, EPC contractors, vendors and stakeholders through all phases from engineering to commissioning and supporting operations post‑handover.

• Responsible for Development and EPC execution of new 2.6 GW CCGT project. To control and maintain the project execution plan
• To lead an owner's engineer team to manage EPC contractors / vendors / suppliers until achieving COD
• Ensure projects are executed according to project standards (e.g., project management procedures, QA/QC standard, HSSE standards, Engineering Standard, etc. as per the PPA and EPC Contract), agreed contractual schedule (e.g., ensuring Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Testing and Commissioning activities are executed based on schedule), contract specification and budget (e.g., minimizing VOs claims)
• To work closely with internal & external parties for any tie‑in to existing plant to avoid any unplanned plant shutdown
• To lead review of MSRA for PTW (Permit to Work) system
• Lead weekly, monthly progress meetings, provide updates and report to Project Management Head and Higher Management
• Coordinate with O&M, Customers and EPC Contractor/Vendor for all Project execution and commissioning activities
• To ensure proper document control and project documents are ready for archival upon project completion
• To ensure all project documents (especially the As Built Documents) and as‑built drawings are properly archived in the Digital Technical Library
• To ensure all necessary licenses/permits required by Government Authorities are obtained before plant construction after construction completion
• To continue to support O&M after plant handover and to close out any outstanding issues arising during the project execution phase
• Participate in review on inter‑disciplines design/engineering/constructability to consider safety, quality, performance, reliability, flexibility of operation with optimal project and life cycle cost
• Project costing, scheduling and manage the relevant stakeholders both internally and externally
• Manage the tender process and tender assessment for EPC contractors, surveys and studies
• All value engineering and strategic plan developed shall ensure CAPEX remain competitive, sustainable and meets company business and operational needs

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management or equivalent
• Min 15 yrs experience in project management in CCGT project, Power and Utilities projects
• Strong leadership presence, interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate between O&M, customers, contractors, and internal departments
• Decisive and solution‑oriented individual to resolve project issues promptly
• Attention to detail for documentation and quality management
• Committed to upholding high safety standards in high‑risk environments
• Good analytical skill in analyzing project management issues and ability to resolve the issues quickly
  
  Good understanding of gas power, utilities, water process
• Good software knowledge and skills in MS Office, AutoCAD, and MS Project
• Good understanding in International Codes and Standards such as ASME, API, IEEE, rules and regulations would be an advantage