Confidential

Project Manager

Ahmadi, KuwaitPosted 5 days ago

Salary
AED 72k–108k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Lead
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team immediately for a 400 kV Overhead Transmission Line (OHL) Project in Kuwait. Position: Project Manager Project: 400 kV Overhead Transmission Line Location: Kuwait Experience: Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in similar HV/OHL projects Joining: Immediate Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the overall execution of the 400 kV overhead transmission line project. • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality, and contractual requirements. • Coordinate closely with the client, consultant, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders. • Oversee engineering, procurement, civil works, tower erection, conductor/OPGW stringing, testing, and commissioning activities. • Monitor project progress and ensure all key milestones are achieved. • Identify and manage technical, commercial, contractual, and construction-related issues. • Review project schedules, progress reports, method statements, and technical submissions. • Lead project meetings and coordinate activities between all project disciplines. • Ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable standards, and HSE requirements. • Manage project resources, manpower, equipment, and subcontractors effectively. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. • Minimum 5 years of experience in similar high-voltage overhead transmission line projects. • Experience in 400 kV transmission line projects is highly preferred. • Strong knowledge of OHL construction and project execution. • Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams and subcontractors. • Strong knowledge of project planning, progress monitoring, and contractual requirements. • Excellent leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills. • PMP or equivalent project management certification is an advantage. • Immediate availability is mandatory.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in similar high-voltage overhead transmission line projects.
  • Experience in 400 kV transmission line projects is highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of OHL construction and project execution.
  • Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams and subcontractors.
  • Strong knowledge of project planning, progress monitoring, and contractual requirements.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification is an advantage.
  • Immediate availability is mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the overall execution of the 400 kV overhead transmission line project.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality, and contractual requirements.
  • Coordinate closely with the client, consultant, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.
  • Oversee engineering, procurement, civil works, tower erection, conductor/OPGW stringing, testing, and commissioning activities.
  • Monitor project progress and ensure all key milestones are achieved.
  • Identify and manage technical, commercial, contractual, and construction-related issues.
  • Review project schedules, progress reports, method statements, and technical submissions.
  • Lead project meetings and coordinate activities between all project disciplines.
  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable standards, and HSE requirements.
  • Manage project resources, manpower, equipment, and subcontractors effectively.

Skills

  • HD transmission line construction
  • Project planning
  • Progress monitoring
  • Contract management
  • Stakeholder coordination
  • Leadership
  • Risk management
  • Quality assurance
  • HSE compliance
  • Engineering coordination
  • Procurement coordination
  • Subcontractor management
  • Schedule development
  • Budget management
  • Documentation and reporting

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