Description

• Lead and manage a portfolio of underground cable (HV/MV) and OHTL projects from initiation through commissioning and handover.
• Develop and control integrated program schedules, execution plans, and budgets.
• Manage interfaces between engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning.
• Coordinate project interdependencies and optimize resource allocation across the program.
• Act as the primary interface with clients, consultants, utilities, and local authorities.
• Ensure timely approvals, permits, and clearances (road crossings, wayleaves, right-of-way).
• Conduct program progress reviews and provide detailed reporting to senior management.
• nsure compliance with approved designs, standards, and utility requirements for:
  
  
  • Underground cable systems (XLPE, jointing, terminations, testing).
  • Overhead transmission lines (towers/poles, stringing, sagging, tensioning).
• Oversee route surveys, soil investigations, and method statements.
• Manage testing and commissioning activities including HV testing and energization.
• Identify program-level technical, construction, and interface risks.
• Implement mitigation plans for schedule delays, ROW issues, and material constraints.
• Monitor KPIs related to schedule, cost, quality, and productivity.
• Ensure quality assurance and inspection processes are fully implemented.
• Lead and mentor Project Managers, Construction Managers, and site teams.
• Ensure effective manpower, equipment, and subcontractor deployment.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support staff development.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project management certification is preferred.

• Minimum 12-15 years of experience in power transmission projects.
• At least 5 years in a senior project or program management role.
• Proven experience in:
  
  
  • HV underground cable projects (66kV / 132kV / 220kV).
  • OHTL projects (132kV / 220kV / 400kV).