Project Manager

JOB OVERVIEW

The Project Manager – Electro/Mechanical/Instrumentation (E/M/I) is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of all electro-mechanical and instrumentation systems within a hydropower dam and pumped storage project. This includes critical components such as hydro turbines, generators, cooling systems, transformers, electrical substations, instrumentation, automation, and control systems.

The role ensures all systems are installed, integrated, tested, and commissioned according to design specifications, project timelines, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has proven experience in hydropower infrastructure and demonstrates strong technical and leadership capabilities.

THE ROLE

• Manage the full scope of E/M/I works from engineering review, procurement coordination, and installation to testing and commissioning.
• Supervise installation of hydro-mechanical components such as turbines, valves, penstocks, pumps, gates, HVAC, and balance of plant.
• Oversee all electrical systems including generators, switchgear, transformers, SCADA, protection relays, and substation interfaces.
• Coordinate instrumentation and automation systems, ensuring integration with electrical and mechanical operations.
• Interface with OEMs, suppliers, consultants, and EPC contractors for technical and delivery matters.
• Ensure all works comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards, as well as applicable codes (e.g., IEC, IEEE, ANSI, ISO).
• Monitor progress, manage risks, track budgets, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Resolve on-site technical and coordination issues through collaboration with civil, geotechnical, and project control teams.
• Lead inspections, FATs, SATs, and commissioning procedures.
• Prepare documentation, reports, and updates for project management and key stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor a team of E/M/I engineers and site personnel.

THE INDIVIDUAL

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering; PRC license required.
• Strong understanding of hydropower plant systems, instrumentation, automation, and control.
• Minimum of 25 years of experience in electro-mechanical and instrumentation project execution, with at least 10 years in hydropower or pumped storage projects.
• Willingness to be deployed 100% onsite, with flexibility to work in either Rizal or Laguna project locations.
• Familiarity with international and local standards (IEC, IEEE, ISA, NEC, PEC, etc.).
• Project management experience with EPC or turnkey contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, and technical documentation tools.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary site teams.

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