Project Manager

As part of Masdar's growth in Azerbaijan, we currently have an opportunity for a Project Manager to be based on site for a mega renewable energy project in Azerbaijan.

As the Project Manager, you will manage the execution of the assigned projects, ensuring that all activities from design, permitting, procurement, construction, to commissioning, energization, testing and handover of the project achieving world class levels of QHSE, business and manpower performance during all phases within budget, meeting stringent schedule, demonstrating innovation in technology definition, and coordinating complex interfaces.

Responsibilities not limited to:

• Lead and manage the planning, control and delivery of the assigned renewable energy project on behalf of Masdar, in order to ensure its effective execution and delivery in compliance with key parameters related to quality, standards and time while overseeing cost, invoice management, procurement management, and others including delegation of authority to allow smooth project execution.
• Manage the creation and execution of schedules, work plans and WBS (work breakdown structure) to meet client/sub-contractor/vendor/project plans and objectives.
• Oversee engineering and construction contractors in carrying out the detailed engineering design of the project, procuring all the equipment and materials necessary, and then constructing to deliver a functioning facility/asset to the client.
• Engage with and monitor relationships with sub- contractors, vendors, suppliers and others in order to ensure adequate completion of plans and services as per agreed parameters.
• Monitor the project budget and analyze the benefits and costs; recommending corrective actions if necessary.
• Ensure that all relevant project reports are completed in a comprehensive, accurate and timely manner, and comply with international principles of corporate governance and standards, and client requirements.
• Contribute to the establishment of effective project governance processes and systems to be utilized throughout project durations.
• Organize and supervise the activities and work of the project team to ensure that all work is carried out in an efficient manner, which is consistent with operating policies and procedures.
• Provide on-the-job training and constructive feedback to subordinates to support their overall development and ensure proper monitoring of nationalization requirements in line relevant regulations.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or any other related field
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is an asset

Preferred Experience:

• At least 7 years of senior project management experience with an EPC contractor with exposure to global scale and complex energy, technology and utility projects including significant PV Solar-specific experience with electrical and HV works background.
• Similar and related experience in international projects, preferably in the region is required.

Additional Information

Job-Specific Skills

• Knowledge of renewable energy and traditional energy industry.
• Knowledge of utility and international energy business.
• Good understanding of construction sub-contracts, insurance issues, permitting issues, and project scheduling.
• Must show personal commitment to a safe working environment for their employees.
• Proven leadership within complex teams with ability to implement change management strategies.
• Exceptional communication skills and able to work in a dynamic fast paced, diverse environment.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple on-going projects acumen.
• Advanced project management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to persuade and influence decision makers to implement external enhancement initiatives.
• Project finance, budgeting skills.
• Contract administration and legal skills.
• Language, English and Azeri.

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About the Company

Established in 2006, Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is a global clean energy leader, transforming how the world produces and consumes energy through bold innovation and commercial excellence.

Masdar is a clean energy investor, developer and operator, advancing renewable energy projects across key markets and technologies, with a global project portfolio capacity to date of over 51 gigawatts (GW).

Jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC and Mubadala, Masdar is driving the scale-up of renewables worldwide, targeting a portfolio capacity of 100GW by 2030.