Project Manager – 380kV Overhead Transmission Line (OHTL) Projects

Job Purpose:

To effectively plan, execute, monitor, and deliver 380kV Overhead Transmission Line (OHTL) projects in accordance with client specifications (SEC/NG), contractual requirements, and company objectives — ensuring safety, quality, cost control, and timely completion.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning & Organization

· Review project specifications, drawings, and contract documents to prepare the execution strategy.

· Develop a detailed project schedule, identifying key milestones and critical paths using Primavera (P6) or MS Project.

· Prepare project budgets, resource plans, and manpower histograms.

· Plan tower spotting, survey, and geotechnical activities in coordination with engineering and survey teams.

· Ensure timely approvals of design, route alignment, and tower schedules from client and consultant.

2. Engineering & Technical Coordination

· Coordinate with the engineering department for approval of IFC drawings, method statements, and construction procedures.

· Review and verify design and fabrication drawings of transmission towers, foundations, and accessories.

· Ensure proper interface management between civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.

· Verify tower foundations (pad & chimney, pile, raft, or rock anchor type) as per soil conditions.

· Ensure compliance with SEC/NG material and technical standards (SEC, NG-SPEC).

3. Procurement & Material Control

· Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams for timely delivery of towers, conductors, OPGW, insulators, and hardware fittings.

· Approve material inspection requests (MIR) and ensure materials meet technical specifications.

· Monitor material utilization and control wastage through proper inventory management.

· Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for manufacturing, inspection, and delivery schedules.

4. Construction & Site Management

· Supervise and control all construction activities including tower foundation, erection, stringing, and testing.

· Plan and manage multiple work fronts with proper resource allocation and productivity tracking.

· Ensure compliance with work permits, site safety requirements, and environmental guidelines.

· Monitor progress daily and weekly, identifying risks and implementing recovery plans when delays occur.

· Ensure correct stringing sag and tension, phase clearances, and tower alignment are achieved as per design.

· Ensure quality inspections at all stages and coordinate for client inspections and approvals.

5. Quality Assurance & Safety

· Implement and maintain quality control systems at site in line with ISO and client standards.

· Review inspection test plans (ITPs) and ensure proper documentation for QA/QC records.

· Conduct regular HSE audits, toolbox talks, and safety meetings with site teams.

· Enforce strict compliance with safety policies during hot-line work, stringing, and tower erection.

· Ensure incident/near-miss reporting, corrective actions, and continual safety improvement.

6. Project Control & Reporting

· Monitor project progress against baseline schedule and update deviations.

· Conduct regular internal and client progress review meetings.

· Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports including manpower, equipment, and financial summaries.

· Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as progress, cost, productivity, and safety statistics.

· Maintain project documentation and correspondence in accordance with ISO/project management standards.

7. Financial & Contractual Management

· Review and manage project cash flow, cost control, and budget compliance.

· Evaluate and prepare variation claims, extension of time (EOT) requests, and change orders.

· Support the commercial team in verifying subcontractor bills and progress certificates.

· Ensure timely invoicing to client and follow-up for approvals and payments.

8. Team Leadership & Development

· Lead multidisciplinary project teams including engineers, supervisors, and foremen.

· Assign clear roles, responsibilities, and performance targets to site staff.

· Mentor junior engineers and ensure continuous skill development.

· Promote teamwork, accountability, and safety culture among all site personnel.

9. Client, Consultant & Stakeholder Relations

· Serve as the primary interface with client (SEC/NG), consultant, and other authorities.

· Address site issues, design clarifications, and technical queries promptly.

· Manage project correspondence, meeting minutes, and approvals efficiently.

· Maintain positive relationships and ensure client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

10. Testing, Commissioning & Handover

· Supervise and coordinate final inspection, line testing, and commissioning activities.

· Ensure punch list items are closed before handover.

· Prepare as-built drawings, final documentation, and operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals.

· Facilitate final acceptance (FAC) and closeout of project in accordance with contract requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).

Experience:

· Minimum 10–15 years of experience in Overhead Transmission Line Projects (380kV and above).

· At least 5 years in a Project Manager capacity with direct client (SEC/NG) 380 KV projects.

· Proven experience managing large-scale EPC transmission projects involving tower erection, stringing, and commissioning.

Technical Proficiency:

· Knowledge of SEC/NG standards (STS, SES, NG-SPEC).

· Proficient in project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project).

· Familiar with design principles, surveying, soil testing, and foundation construction methods.

· Strong understanding of safety and quality standards (ISO 9001/14001/45001).

Certifications (Preferred):

· PMP® / PRINCE2® Certification

· NEBOSH / OSHA / ISO Internal Auditor Certification

· SEC/NG Project Management Approval

Core Competencies:

· Leadership & Decision-Making

· Planning & Execution Control

· Communication & Client Relations

· Risk Management & Problem Solving

· Team Building & Motivation

· Cost, Time & Quality Control

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ﷼15,000.00 - ﷼25,000.00 per month