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Technical Project Manager,

Last update 2024-12-12
Expires 2025-01-12
ID #2314340085
500,000 €
Technical Project Manager,
South Africa,
Modified August 29, 2024

Description

The development of utility-scale energy projects and subsequent participation in government and corporate tenders in Engie Southern Africa is led by a Business Development Department and supported by the Engineering Department. The general role of a Technical Project Manager (TPM) is to: Define and Lead the technical aspects of projects in Pre-Development (Feasibility), Development (Bid/Tender) and Final Development Stage (Financial Close) stage, including interfacing with internal stakeholders, engineering consultants, technology providers, suppliers and contractors with the aim of:maturing technical solutions through each phaseimproving bid competitivenessensuring technical governance and sustainability criteria are respected (quality, health & safety, efficiency, environmental compliance) for the construction, operation and maintenance of the asset. Be responsible for choice of technologies, technical configuration and for setting relevant performance, statutory, safety and quality requirements. Be responsible for the prescription, procurement specification, adjudication and management of technical services and products. Be responsible for drafting and negotiating owner techno-commercial specifications, including the incorporation of the latest group experience and technical guidelines. Be in charge of all technical-related agreements during the development phase, including documentation drafting and contractual negotiation (e.g. EPC, PPA, OMA, LTSA, OE, LTA, IE etc). Define procurement strategies and construction strategies in collaboration with the Business Development Department, Procurement Department and Construction Department. Prepare Capex and Opex costs including market consultation and integrating feedback from Group assets and Group specialists. Prepare the Operations phase philosophy and technical related documents (OM organization chart, O&M references, O&M Philosophy, etc.). Assess and evaluate technical risks and advise and/or draft professional reports during the various stages of the project approval process. Perform technology watch and share knowledge within the Engineering team. Hand-over technical aspects and documents to the Project and Operations companies, and provide ad-hoc support and advisory to operational assets and construction projects. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPSInternal Acquisitions, Investments and Financial Advisory Team Business Development Team Legal & Ethics Team Procurement Team Support Teams (HR, IT, HSE, Finance)Engie HQ, AMEA HQ and GBUs External Clients Competitors Off-takers and Grid Operators Consultants & Engineering Firms QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSEducation Engineering Qualification: BSc, BEng or BTech Additional relevant qualifications would be advantageous Professional registration would be advantageous Language Fluent in English (verbal and written skills)Core Experience & Skills A minimum of 12 years of experience in the power generation sector, specifically able to demonstrate experience and engineering expertise across 2 or more power generation technologies, including: Solar PV, Onshore Wind, BESS, Thermal, CSPAbility to provide senior guidance and mentorship to Engineering team members Ability to support manager in implementing strategy, process and governance within Engineering Ability to provide advisory, technical expertise and management across the value chain of a power generation project. A good understanding of the techno-economic life cycle and risk profile of a power project and knowledge in financial indicators for project follow-up A comprehensive understanding of power plant development, the IPP model and the associated Project Finance technical requirements and interfaces. Experience in scoping the technical works, reviewing & evaluating technical proposals, setting & assessing the performance of the works, and providing lifecycle advisory, guidance and recommendations. Experience in leading and project/contract managing technical workstreams and internal/external stakeholders to drive the overall project objectives. Experience in translating technical requirements into commercial & contractual concepts in collaboration with the BD, Legal and Finance teams. Advantageous Experience & Skills Experience across multiple power generation technologies Experience with various project types and structures (greenfield, brownfield, acquisitions, divestments, project finance, equity finance, government and corporate PPAs). Knowledge of energy market players (Suppliers, Contractors, Consultants, Competitors) and industry practice would be advantageous Ability to travel within South Africa and to ENGIE offices and assets globally as needed. Ability to work autonomously and multi-task in times of complexity, uncertainty, variability and project cycles Ability to work within a team of members from varying cultural backgrounds and functional backgrounds Ability to communicate and share knowledge between remote teams Ability to take ownership and responsibility, keep commitments and manage expectations Ability to maintain high standards in terms of work quality and attention to detail Ability to think conceptually, strategically and analytically Ability to function effectively under pressure and maintain self-control Ability to adapt to new and diverse environments and changing contexts Maintains high ethical standards and confidentiality where required GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIESAdheres to the Company Policies and Procedures; Behaves in a responsible way; Lives the values of the Company. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.
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Job details:

Job type: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Salary type: Per annum
Occupation: Technical project manager
Min. Salary: 400000

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