Senior Project Manager for Thermal Power Projects; m​/f​/x

Since 1922, FICHTNER has been supporting exciting projects in the fields of energy, environment, renewable energies, water management, and consulting and IT as one of the leading independent engineering and consulting companies. In the Fichtner Group, you can expect a unique combination of a long-term oriented family business coupled with diversity, dynamism and flat hierarchies. We want to develop the infrastructure of tomorrow together with you and can offer you a wide range of development opportunities.

To maintain our sustainable growth process in Turkey, we are looking to fill a permanent position as

Senior Project Manager for Thermal Power Projects (m/f/x)

• Ensure successful project execution by defining, coordinating and controlling work packages, budgets and time lines
• Coordinating with external and internal project partners
• Preparation of due diligence and feasibility reports
• Lead technical clarification meetings and contract negotiations with clients and contractors
• Preparation of specifications for tenders Thermal Power Plant (including geothermal, biogas, biomass, conventional, green fuel):
  Design works, including preparation of flow charts, layouts, drawings
• Review of contractors’ design documents
• Support site erection and commissioning activities
• Perform site visits to observe project progress or evaluate the condition of power plants
• Monitor operational parameters of power plants
• Liaise with other technical specialists including specialists from Fichtner offices worldwide
• Support sales activities with technical inputs

• University degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Environmental or Civil Engineering, preferably with focus on Energy discipline
• At least ten (10+) years of experience in the project management in the energy or heavy industry business sector, preferably with experience in thermal power plant projects, including geothermal, biogas and biomass power plants;
• Excellent understanding of project management processes, such as risk management, claim management;
• Ability to perform as leader of a team technical due diligence studies, feasibility studies and specifications of thermal power plants
• Having a project management certificate (PMP or equivalent) would be an asset
• Strong communication skills
• Fluent knowledge of English and Turkish;
  German or Arabic knowledge would be an asset
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel (within Turkey and abroad)
• Driving License: B (for Turkey)
• Work permit for Turkey

• We provide an environment that unites enduring value with innovative capability
• Wide degree of latitude, hybrid working and the ability to work under your own responsibility
• Comprehensive fringe benefits
• Permanent work contract in Istanbul