Planning, Project Risk and Readiness Manager

AboitizPower; Benguet; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

AboitizPower is seeking a Planning, Project Risk and Readiness Manager to drive PDE planning, risk management, and readiness review workflows. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align plans with corporate goals and ensure readiness for project execution.

The role emphasizes identifying improvements, maintaining documentation, and reporting risk and readiness status to executives. A strong track record in strategic and operational planning is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• Master’s degree is advantageous but not mandatory.
• At least 5 years in strategic/operational planning, performance management, BPM, risk management or related areas.
• Experience in leading a team for 2+ years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans PDEs’ operational plan and targets aligned to corporate planning framework.
• Facilitates and monitors implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Prepares PDE objectives, targets, and performance reports for leadership.
• Implements project FID and NTP readiness review with stakeholders.
• Manages project risk from identification through review and reporting.

Skills

Strategic planning

Operational planning

Performance management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree an advantage

Job description

Planning, Project Risk and Readiness Manager

Job Level: Managerial

Business Unit: 1RE

Power your future with AboitizPower.

As Planning, Project Risk and Readiness Manager, you will be responsible for Project Development and Execution (PDE) planning, risk management, project readiness review workflows and contribute directly to transforming energy for a better world. You will work closely with [team] to deliver results, create positive community impact, and develop your skills in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Planning

• Develops PDEs’ operational plan and targets aligned to AP and ARI’s corporate planning framework, business plan and initiatives in coordination with the different departments
• Facilitates and monitors the implementation of strategic/ operational initiatives
• Updates, monitors, reviews and reports PDE objectives and targets, operational plans and performance
• Identifies improvement opportunities from performance exceptions
• Prepares project steercomm meeting and ARI board and ExComm meeting materials in coordination with the project leads and different departments

Project Readiness

• Implements the project FID and NTP readiness review with Project Development and other departments ensuring all pre-execution requirements are ready prior acceptance of Project Execution
• Conducts project documentation review in preparation for Green Energy Auction (GEA) and those of similar nature
• Collaborate with all stakeholders to address any issue
• Develops and implements strategies to improve the project readiness process
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of project readiness activities
• Report on project readiness status to the management and relevant stakeholder
• Implements the project risk management process from risk identification, analysis, evaluation, treatment, monitoring and review
• Leads the development of PDE Project/Operational Risk Management Plan and aligned to AP and ARI’s directives
• Reports key project risks regularly
• Reports the status of risk management program
• Implements risk management capability building programs
• Implements Incident Management/ Business Continuity Management processes

To Succeed in this Role, we need someone who:

• Strategic and Operational Planning
• Performance Management
• Risk Finance Management
• Business Process Management and Improvement

What You Will Need:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or any 4-year related course
• Master’s degree an advantage
• At least 5 years combined work experience in strategic/ operational planning, performance management, business process management, risk management and due diligence/ assessment/ audit
• At least 2 years experience in leading and managing a team
• Professional individual certification on balanced scorecard, performance management, risk management, business process management and/or auditing preferred but not required

Our Culture & Commitment to You: Powering Your Future

At AboitizPower, we honor you not just as a professional, but as a person. Our promise is to provide a workplace where you can thrive through:

• Powered by People: We value your unique identity and ensure you feel supported, trusted, and empowered.
• Own Your Growth: Learn, grow, and advance through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and meaningful learning experiences.
• Why We Work: Purpose is part of every job here. Your efforts directly contribute to community upliftment, sustainability, and shaping the future of energy.
• Empowering Culture: Bring your full self to a workplace grounded in belonging and collaboration.
• Recognition that Matters: We celebrate both visible milestones and steady efforts, honoring the dedication you bring to our mission.

AboitizPower is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to our purpose of driving change for a better world. We consider and encourage all applicants without discriminating against age, sexual orientation and/or gender identity, disability, political opinion, religion, nationality, marital or parental status (including pregnancy), ethnicity or other status protected by law. Our equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies apply in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, regularization, promotions, transfers, discipline, termination, benefits and training.

About Us

AboitizPower is the holding company for the Aboitiz Group’s investments in power generation, distribution, and retail electricity services. We are among the largest power producers in the Philippines, with a balanced portfolio of assets located across the country. We are also a major producer of renewable energy, with several hydroelectric, geothermal, and solar power generation facilities.