Senior Project Manager Substation

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Job Purpose:
To lead the successful execution of 3 nos. of each 132 kV Substation EPC projects under a major Power Transmission Company, ensuring full compliance with client specifications, project timelines, cost controls, quality benchmarks, and HSE requirements.
Key Responsibilities:

  • 1. Project Leadership & Delivery Manage the complete EPC lifecycle of 132 kV Substation projects from design to handover.
  • Drive engineering coordination, procurement planning, construction management, testing, and commissioning as per client guidelines.
  • Ensure timely achievement of project milestones and proactive management of critical paths using Primavera (P6).
  • 2. Client & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary liaison with client engineers, consultants, and project monitoring teams.
  • Ensure all submittals (designs, drawings, material approvals, method statements) are aligned with client specifications.
  • Prepare and present progress reports, look-aheads, and recovery plans during client progress meetings.
  • 3. Contractual & Commercial OversightInterpret and implement client project contracts, including FIDIC-based clauses.
  • Manage claims, variations, EOTs, and ensure timely billing and collection of certified payments.
  • Lead procurement follow-ups to ensure delivery compliance with client -approved vendors.
  • 4. Quality, Safety & ComplianceEnforce QA/QC protocols aligned with client quality standards and ISO norms.
  • Conduct regular HSE audits, toolbox talks, and ensure zero non-compliance during client inspections.
  • Coordinate with third-party labs and testing agencies for FAT, SAT, and pre-commissioning activities.
  • 5. Team & Resource ManagementLead multidisciplinary site teams including engineers, QA/QC, HSE, civil, MEP, and subcontractors.
  • Mentor site managers and construction teams for client project-specific documentation and reporting standards.
  • Ensure adequate manpower, equipment, and materials are deployed to avoid site delays.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1990664
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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