Senior Project Manager (EPC Projects) at UNOCASA Limited

Job Summary

• The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects. 
• The role involves managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project milestones are met, maintaining client satisfaction, and enforcing quality, safety, and financial targets. 
• The Senior Project Manager ensures alignment with the company’s strategic goals, while delivering projects on time, within scope, and budget.

Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Initiation:

• Lead project scope development and define deliverables, milestones, and schedules.
• Coordinate project kickoff meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project execution plans (PEPs), risk registers, and resource plans.

Project Execution & Control:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of project teams across engineering, procurement, and construction functions.
• Monitor project progress using KPIs and ensure corrective actions are taken to address delays or risks.
• Coordinate with internal departments (QA/QC, HSE, Procurement, etc.) to ensure full compliance and integration.
• Supervise subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure project deliverables align with specifications.

Financial Oversight:

• Prepare and manage project budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure financial performance aligns with project expectations, including cash flow and profitability.
• Approve expenditures and validate contractor or vendor payments.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, regulators, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure timely submission of project reports and documentation to all stakeholders.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Provide technical and managerial leadership to project engineers, coordinators, and field staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct project debriefs, lessons-learned reviews, and mentor junior staff.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• % of projects delivered on time and within budget
• Client satisfaction rating per project
• % adherence to safety and QA/QC standards
• Number of NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) per project
• Cost variance and schedule performance index (SPI/CPI)
• Team productivity and retention within project execution

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or other relevant certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 8–10 years post-graduation experience in EPC project management, with at least 4 years in a senior project role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record managing large-scale infrastructure or oil & gas construction projects.
• Excellent command of MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar project scheduling tools.