Interim Power Project Director – Owner/Developer Lead

WeConnect Energy Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 711,000 - 852,000; Full time

Job summary

WeConnect Energy Ltd. in Abu Dhabi seeks an Interim Project Director / Senior Project Delivery Manager to lead major utility-scale energy projects from development through commissioning.

The role focuses on owner/developer accountability, SPV governance, and robust delivery strategies to meet ambitious timelines. The candidate should bring extensive experience in PPP/IPP/IWPP structures, EPC oversight, and stakeholder coordination with lenders and regulators across the Middle East.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant owner/developer side experience on major power/infrastructure projects.
• Experience establishing and managing project companies/SPVs.
• Knowledge of PPP, IPP, IWPP contract structures.
• Experience managing EPC contractors on large-scale energy projects.
• Delivery through construction and commissioning phases.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution activities on behalf of the project owner/developer.
• Support the establishment and governance of project companies (SPVs).
• Develop project delivery strategies, execution plans, budgets and schedules.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Manage and administer major project agreements including PPP, IPP, IWPP and EPC contracts.
• Coordinate with lenders, offtakers, shareholders and key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee EPC contractors during engineering, procurement and construction phases.
• Lead project reporting and governance processes.
• Drive HSE, quality and compliance standards across all project activities.
• Act as a senior interface between project companies, EPC contractors, consultants, regulators and shareholders.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Contract management

EPC oversight

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

EPC oversight tools

Contract management software

Job description

WeConnect Energy Ltd. in Abu Dhabi seeks an Interim Project Director / Senior Project Delivery Manager to lead major utility-scale energy projects from development through commissioning.

The role focuses on owner/developer accountability, SPV governance, and robust delivery strategies to meet ambitious timelines. The candidate should bring extensive experience in PPP/IPP/IWPP structures, EPC oversight, and stakeholder coordination with lenders and regulators across the Middle East.