Project Manager – PV Systems (Abu Dhabi UAE)

Company Description

Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.

The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.

Job Description

Reporting To: Team Leader PV

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Management & Execution

   • Lead and manage projects from initiation to completion, acting as the main point of contact for clients.
   • Prepare and implement comprehensive Project Execution Plans (PEP).
   • Manage project scope, budget, schedule, quality, cash flow, and stakeholders effectively.

2. Planning & Coordination

   • Plan workload and resource allocation in alignment with the project schedule.
   • Organize and lead internal and external project meetings, including review workshops.
   • Ensure discipline interfaces are well integrated to meet project objectives.

3. Monitoring & Compliance

   • Supervise weekly and monthly progress reporting.
   • Monitor compliance with applicable codes, QA/QC procedures, performance standards, and specifications.
   • Identify project dependencies, critical paths, and manage risks with mitigation strategies.

4. Communication & Leadership

   • Communicate project expectations and client requirements to team members clearly.
   • Coach, mentor, and supervise project team members and subcontractors, fostering accountability.
   • Build and maintain business relationships essential to project success.

5. Continuous Improvement

   • Conduct “lessons learned” meetings to refine future project processes.
   • Develop and implement best practices and tools for project execution and management.
   • Support staff training and contribute to the development of Company-UEO’s capabilities.

6. Administrative & Technical Contributions

   • Manage project proposals in line with tender requirements.
   • Provide technical support to identify problems and implement corrective actions.
   • Attend company-organized training courses and ensure IMS compliance.

Qualifications

Competency Requirements

1. Technical Skills

   • Sufficient technical knowledge to recognize and address project challenges.
   • Proficiency in MS Office, with basic skills in MS Project and Primavera.
   • High awareness of safe working practices, particularly for large-scale facilities.

2. Leadership & Teamwork

   • Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate and build teams.
   • Effective in managing multicultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
   • Reliable, proactive, and capable of working under pressure.

3. Communication & Problem Solving

   • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
   • Strong decision-making, time management, and client management abilities.
   • Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to follow through promptly.

Additional Information

Competency Requirements

1. Technical Expertise

   • Extensive knowledge of Solar Power (PV) and Middle Eastern markets.
   • Proven expertise in PV Power Plants (PVPP) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
   • Experience in commissioning PVPP and BESS with a strong understanding of HSSE standards and safety best practices.
   • Knowledge of risk assessment tools (e.g., HAZID, HAZOP, PRA).
   • Proficiency in grid impact assessments and technical interface understanding between PV, BESS, and other systems.

2. Project Management & Contracts

   • Expertise in engineering and consultancy contract models.
   • Understanding of project control methods (WBS, CWBS, invoicing, progress evaluation).
   • Skilled in preparing engineering budgets and managing procurement and subcontractor agreements.

3. Quality & Communication

   • Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
   • Proven ability to lead and manage teams, motivate staff, and mentor juniors.
   • Experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control practices.

4. Software Proficiency

   • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint).
   • Knowledge of MS Project scheduling and understanding of Primavera P6 schedules.