Job Description

Project Manager - EPC (Site-Based Position)
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire lifecycle of EPC projects, from FEED through detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and final handover.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams comprising engineering, procurement, construction, and HSE professionals to ensure project objectives are met.
• Serve as the primary interface with clients, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders to facilitate seamless project execution.
• Ensure strict compliance with local regulations, company standards, and specific project requirements.
• Oversee project budgets, monitor cost forecasts, and implement effective cost control measures.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, proactively identifying and addressing potential delays and risks.
• Provide strategic leadership in resolving technical challenges and engineering issues.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive project status reports, progress updates, and risk assessments to senior management and clients.
• Implement robust quality assurance and HSE management systems throughout all project phases.
• Champion innovation and drive continuous improvement in project execution methodologies.

Technical Expertise Required

• Extensive knowledge of EPC project phases and execution methodologies.
• Strong expertise across engineering disciplines: process, mechanical, piping, civil/structural, instrumentation, and electrical.
• Proficient in project planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and cost control software (e.g., SAP, EcoSys).
• Well-versed in international codes and standards relevant to EPC projects.
• Experienced in advanced procurement systems and material tracking processes.
• Skilled in construction sequencing, modularisation, and commissioning strategies.
• Adept at project risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• Competent in contract management, claims analysis, and change order negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related field).
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• 18-25 years of relevant experience, with at least 10+ years in project management roles overseeing large-scale EPC projects within the Oil & Gas or Energy sectors.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong decision-making abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail, emphasising quality and safety.
• Experience managing cross-cultural and international teams.
• Proven capability to perform under pressure in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

STRAGO, an equal employment opportunity employer, is recruiting on behalf of our client. If your application matches the required profile, you will be contacted to proceed to the next stage of the selection process.

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