EPC Project Manager at Jaza Energy

Job Summary:

• EPC Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of a project including stakeholder expectations, costs, schedule, project controls, reporting and project team for every projects EPC phase. The EPC Project Manager works closely with our engineers and construction site managers and collaborates with the company's Development and Finance teams cross-functionally, to oversee and deliver the successful design and building of our assets across Nigeria.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the Major expansion Project to build 500 JAZA hubs across Nigeria
• Define and document RFPs and scope of work packages for 3rd party EPC fi rms. Participate in EPC selection and contract negotiation.
• Conduct due diligence on potential hub and office sites, evaluate the suitability of identified sites and participate in due diligence review, analysis of various reports such as environmental, geo-technological, and other pertinent factors.
• Obtain budgetary pricing for services to support initial project modelling and develop internal pricing tool for EPC services
• Act as the Owner's Engineer for Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC).
• Review design drawings and engineering deliverables from EPC contractors to prioritize critical areas for further Engineering review.
• Manage the Request for Information and Change Management processes for incoming design change requests.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors and all equipment vendors to ensure adherence to and compliance with contract terms and delivery of contractual deliverables.
• Manage activities of the internal team of project engineering, asset management, legal and accounting staff as well as deliverables of EPC, client, regulatory and permitting authorities.
• Ensure project quality control by conducting on-site inspections as needed, coordinating with 3rd party independent engineering fi rms if necessary.
• Lead project status update meetings with management, EPCs, and finance counterparties - facilitating discussions with a detailed project plan and high-level status dashboard.
• Manage the collection, organization and fi ling of all project documentation, both internally and for external third-party stakeholders.
• Assist with the development of internal operating policies, standards and procedures.
• Facilitate permitting and jurisdictional approval processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve engineering and construction issues impacting the projects, includes coordinating efforts across multiple parties and stakeholders
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports for active Projects.
• Support and manage interconnection process and obtain approvals to energize, synchronize, and commission renewable energy facilities, includes management of the interconnection and offtake agreements
• Coordinate and manage the commissioning process, including startup, equipment testing, and plant-wide performance testing to achieve approval for commercial operations
• This position requires travel and responsibilities may arise beyond what is stated, as necessary for a growing company.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical engineering, Civil Engineering or any other related fi eld
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing EPC for utility-scale generation preferably in a renewable energy company.
• Familiarity with solar design and technical standards as well as civil and structural technical knowledge.
• Experience in solar or wind renewable energy will be a plus, but not compulsory.
• Project Management Institute PMP certification will be a plus, but not compulsory.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, CPM scheduling, and Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations.
• Experience supporting business and developing projects, including estimating, constructability reviews, and risk identification.
• Experience running RFPs, negotiating contracts, and commercial management of EPC vendors through substantial completion and start of commercial operations
• Ability to manage the resolution of engineering and construction related issues from both a technical and commercial aspect
• Familiar with civil, structural and electrical engineering fundamentals and associated construction methodologies as it relates to renewable energy infrastructure Experience working with utilities and Balancing Authorities to construct and commission renewable energy assets.

Required Competencies

• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve technical and operational issues.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Strong team player with the ability to work across departments and with external vendors.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing technologies and business needs.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in managing IT operations and documentation.
• Leadership: Capability to guide and support teams in achieving operational goals