Project Manager

24 hours ago

Southern Manila District, Philippines NES Fircroft Full time

Job Title: Project Manager - Transmission Line High Voltage
Job level: Director level
Project Entity: LargePumped Storage Project
Project Location: Pakil, Laguna

Note: Expat candidates will be prioritized

This role reports to the Project Manager – Transmission Line (High Voltage) and is responsible for the overall planning, execution, monitoring, and completion of high-voltage transmission line works associated with a hydropower dam and the largest pumped storage hydroelectric power plant project in the Philippines. This includes managing the engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of transmission lines and associated substations, ensuring integration with the power plant and grid interface.

The role requires strong leadership and technical knowledge of high-voltage (115kV to 500kV) transmission systems, with experience in mountainous terrain, complex rights-of-way, and regulatory compliance for energy infrastructure.

JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Lead and manage the full lifecycle of the high-voltage transmission line component of the project.
  • Supervise design reviews, route selection, tower siting, and alignment optimization for efficiency and minimal environmental impact.
  • Coordinate with regulatory agencies, LGUs, landowners, and communities for permitting and right-of-way acquisition.
  • Oversee contractors, suppliers, and engineering consultants for the timely and safe construction of towers, conductors, insulators, grounding systems, and access roads.
  • Ensure substation interfaces, protection and control systems, and grid interconnection are designed and implemented correctly.
  • Monitor project schedule, progress, costs, and contract compliance for transmission line scope.
  • Ensure all works comply with national and international codes (e.g., PEC, IEC, IEEE, NESC), safety regulations, and quality standards.
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to ROW, terrain, weather conditions, and technical execution.
  • Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and documentation for stakeholders and senior management.
  • Lead and mentor site engineers, inspectors, and support staff assigned to the transmission line package.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline; PRC license required.
  • Strong technical background in HV transmission line design, construction, and commissioning (115kV to 500kV).
  • Minimum of 25 years of experience in high-voltage transmission line projects, with strong involvement in hydropower, renewable energy, or grid expansion projects.
  • Familiarity with protection, SCADA, grid codes, and substation integration.
  • Proven experience in managing contractors, OEMs, and EPC-type project delivery.
  • Proficient in relevant engineering tools (e.g., PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, MS Project, Primavera).
  • Experience in ROW acquisition and stakeholder engagement is a strong advantage.
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills.
  • Willingness to be deployed 100% onsite in Pakil, Laguna; Accommodation provided
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