Requirements
The Project Engineering Manager will be responsible for overseeing all engineering activities for substation projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This includes inter-discipline coordination, work allocation, man-hours planning, and managing design leads and engineers. The role requires strong expertise in substation primary and secondary design, equipment selection, and project execution, with mandatory experience in Uzbekistan and knowledge of local practices and standards.
Description
Position DetailsFieldDetailsBU EDRC (Substation)Work Location UAEJob Role Project Engineering Manager – SubstationReports To Head of EngineeringReportees Design Lead (Primary), Design Lead (Secondary), Vendor Engineering LeadMinimum Qualification B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics EngineeringExperience 17–20 years (Experience in PV plants, BESS plants, Substations; working with leading contractors; knowledge of GOST, Uzbekistan Local Practices, IEC standards)Languages Russian & EnglishObjectiveAs a Project Engineering Manager (PEM), the individual shall ensure that all engineering activities of the project are executed within the stipulated time, meeting both quality and cost requirements. The PEM shall ensure adherence to the L2 schedule, work on optimizations and alternate solutions, and drive quick delivery with a positive margin.The role includes inter‑discipline coordination (PV, BESS, OHTL, Civil, Structural, MEP & Instrumentation), as well as work allocation and man‑hours planning across project roles.Key ResponsibilitiesPlanning & Coordination Plan, schedule, assign work, establish priorities, and ensure timely completion as per specifications. Coordinate with all discipline engineering teams and resolve engineering conflicts. Balance depth of engineering analysis with time and cost constraints. Coordinate with Remote Engineering Office, Local Consultants, ACWA, NEGU, and local authorities for engineering approvals. Coordinate with the Project Planning Manager to align engineering deliveries with the project schedule. Conduct regular project review meetings to ensure schedule adherence. Conduct internal review meetings for resource optimization and productivity enhancement. Engineering Review & Approvals Review engineering documents prepared by the Remote Engineering Office and assign them to Local Adaptation Consultants for translation and compliance with local standards. Review designs, calculations, and drawings; ensure timely submissions and client approvals. Review non‑conformance and concession reports. Review drawings prepared by Design Engineers and Draughtspersons. Ensure BIM implementation in projects. Vendor & Procurement Support Clarify vendor‑related issues and ensure timely delivery of materials to site. Support Supply Chain Management in resolving procurement issues and finalizing vendor engineering orders. Review vendor evaluations against client technical specifications. Ensure issuance of Manufacturing Clearance through effective communication with suppliers. Provide post‑tender clarifications to the Contracts team after vendor discussions. Site & Field Engineering Support Provide technical support to the construction and commissioning teams. Support site execution teams on design‑related issues and commercial matters. Review critical issues and procedural delays related to equipment design. BOQ, Estimation & Documentation Enable and review accurate estimation for Bill of Materials. Support BOQ preparation, review of pre‑bid offers, and technical submissions. Highlight additional/variation scope to the client with proper documentation. Maintain project‑specific EDRC deliverables in a structured file server. Leadership & Team Management Lead and manage Design Leads, Design Engineers, and Draughtspersons. Promote independent actions to improve operational efficiency and customer relations. Resolve conflicts between engineers and customers to achieve mutual satisfaction. Monitor and guide the team on lessons learned from ongoing/executed projects. Communicate and clarify deliverable lists and resource requirements with the client. Technical ExpertiseThe PEM must possess strong expertise in primary and secondary engineering for substation projects, including:Substation Engineering Thorough understanding of GIS/AIS substation design up to 500 kV. Experience in PV/BESS plant engineering and AIS substations (preferred). Mandatory experience working in Uzbekistan, with preference for candidates experienced in obtaining approvals from NEGU and local authorities. Equipment Knowledge Proficiency in selection of: Power Transformers Reactors Circuit Breakers Disconnectors Instrument Transformers Design Expertise Substation primary & secondary design including: Earthing Lighting Lightning Protection Cabling Civil/MEP/Instrumentation interfaces Schemes, Wiring Diagrams SCADA & Control Systems Project Execution Knowledge Experience leading projects across different geographies, clients, and utilities. Understanding of contractual technical requirements. Strong interviewing and team‑assessment skills. Operating NetworkInternal Head of Engineering Inter‑discipline Heads Project Execution Team Supply Chain Management Quality Team Contracts Team External Customers (Engineering Teams) Client (Project Management Team) Vendors (Engineering & Quality Teams) Government Authorities (NEGU, Ministry of Construction) Key Value Drivers On‑Time Delivery (Schedule Adherence) Timely Approval of SLA for Engineering Services Man‑Hour Management Support for Monthly Invoicing Savings through Quality & Cost Optimization Skill Development Digitalization Successor Development Standardization & Efficiency Improvement Productivity (Man‑Hours Utilization) Strike Rate of Bids Submitted (if applicable) Software Skills Required Mandatory: General awareness of MS Office Desirable: DIgSILENT, PSCAD, CYMGRD, Project Planning Tools Behavioural AttributesMarket Insight Market Foresight Leveraging Opportunities Customer at Core Sustainable Partnerships Anticipating Needs Customer Centricity Disruptive Innovation Challenge Traditional Approaches Generate Innovative Solutions Take Calculated Risks Collaborate & Influence Internal Stakeholders External Stakeholders