Project Manager Electro/Mechanical/Instrumentation

Project Manager Electro/Mechanical/Instrumentation
Pumped Storage Project
Project Location Rizal or Laguna Philippines

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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