Project Manager

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead the successful execution of large-scale EPC/turnkey/Supply/Service projects within the power and utilities sector. This role is responsible for managing the full project lifecycle-from design and engineering through procurement, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and final handover-ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The position requires strong technical expertise in high-voltage electrical projects, combined with solid commercial acumen, leadership capability, and customer-facing experience.

Job Description

What will you do:

• Lead end-to-end execution of large-scale EPC/turnkey projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual, technical, and quality requirements.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from engineering and design through procurement, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and final handover.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using project planning tools, ensuring proper resource allocation and proactive progress tracking.
• Drive effective stakeholder management, acting as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams.
• Ensure strict adherence to contract terms, manage variations/claims, and mitigate contractual risks while protecting company interests.
• Monitor and control project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin optimization.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, implementing robust risk management strategies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, fostering collaboration across engineering, procurement, quality, and site execution functions.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, HSE requirements, and regulatory frameworks throughout all project phases.
• Oversee procurement and supplier performance, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services aligned with project specifications.
• Drive technical problem-solving and decision-making, applying advanced engineering and quality assurance principles to resolve complex challenges.
• Ensure successful project commissioning, testing, and acceptance in line with client expectations and contractual obligations.
• Maintain high standards of customer satisfaction through proactive communication, issue resolution, and service excellence.
• Coordinate multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously, prioritizing activities to meet both short-term milestones and long-term objectives.
• Prepare and present regular project reports, including progress, risks, financial status, and key performance indicators to senior management and stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 3 years in project manager role.
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale EPC/turnkey projects preferably HV substations, power, utilities, or industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, risk management, and contract management.
• Proficiency in project planning tools.
• Strong financial acumen and commercial awareness.

• Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus.
• Prior experience in managing high voltage electrical utility project
• Previous responsibility for projects or programs involving multiple businesses and/or functions across the entire project cycle - development and design through manufacturing, delivery, installation, and commissioning and test acceptance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage external, customer-facing projects to successful completion.
• Ability to apply advanced technical, engineering, and quality assurance concepts to solve practical business problems.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of service quality in all aspects of project delivery.
• Strong decision-making skills
• Strong French and English oral and written communications skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple long and short-term projects simultaneously.
• PMI certification is a plus
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem solving abilities.
• Familiarity with contractual terms and experience managing customer-facing contracts.