Project Manager - Electrical

Top Notch Consultancy; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the FMCG sector in Kuwait is seeking a Project Manager - Electrical to manage the entire project lifecycle. This role requires significant experience in electrical engineering and strong leadership skills. You will oversee project execution, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage budgets. The ideal candidate has at least 15 years of relevant experience, including a senior role. Competitive compensation and career development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in electrical engineering and project management.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage project lifecycle from ideation to fruition.
• Conduct technical feasibility and financial assessments.
• Define project tasks and resource requirements.
• Review electrical drawings and engineering layouts.
• Prepare and manage project budget.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Leadership

Operational management

Project management

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PCschematic

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading organization in the FMCG sector, is seeking a Project Manager - Electrical in Kuwait. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the entire project lifecycle from ideation to completion, ensuring adherence to scope, time, and budget constraints. This role requires a subject matter expert in electrical systems design, along with strong leadership and operational management skills.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage and execute the project lifecycle from ideation to fruition while adhering to defined scope, time, and cost parameters.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and facilitate financial feasibility assessments for projects.
• Define project tasks and resource requirements, developing and maintaining project plans and timelines.
• Review detailed electrical (power & control) drawings and engineering layouts to meet specific process requirements.
• Create and review contractual documents, including tender documents and project specifications.
• Perform fieldwork to gather data and site requirements necessary for defining project deliverables and specifications.
• Identify and effectively manage all project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and manage the project budget, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Oversee project procurement and resource allocation to ensure efficient project execution.
• Monitor and report project progress in a timely manner, managing changes through effective change management practices.
• Define and manage the project risk register throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support external projects within the domain of expertise and contribute to the competency development of the team.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all project activities.
• Execute management directives as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering; PMP certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in electrical engineering and project management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, project management practices, and relevant codes and standards.
• Proficiency in electrical engineering software, such as AutoCAD and PCschematic.
• Hands-on experience with MS Office and MS Project programs.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.