PM Electro / Mechanical / Instrumentation

Prime Infra; Pakil; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Infra is seeking a Project Manager for E/M/I systems in a hydropower dam and pumped storage project in Laguna. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering, with a PRC license and 15-20 years of experience in related fields. Responsibilities include managing E/M/I works, supervising installations, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The position requires 100% onsite deployment and flexibility between Rizal and Laguna locations, along with proficiency in MS Project and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15-20 years of experience in electro‑mechanical and instrumentation project execution.
• At least 10 years in hydropower or pumped storage projects.
• Familiarity with international and local standards (IEC, IEEE, ISA, NEC, PEC, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full scope of E/M/I works from engineering review to testing and commissioning.
• Supervise installation of hydro-mechanical components and oversee all electrical systems.
• Ensure all works comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Technical documentation

Proficiency in MS Project

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electro‑Mechanical Engineering

PRC license

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

The Project Manager – Electro/Mechanical/Instrumentation (E/M/I) is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of all electro‑mechanical and instrumentation systems within a hydropower dam and pumped storage project. This includes critical components such as hydro turbines, generators, cooling systems, transformers, electrical substations, instrumentation, automation, and control systems. The role ensures all systems are installed, integrated, tested, and commissioned according to design specifications, project timelines, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has proven experience in hydropower infrastructure and demonstrates strong technical and leadership capabilities.

THE ROLE

• Manage the full scope of E/M/I works from engineering review, procurement coordination, and installation to testing and commissioning.
• Supervise installation of hydro‑mechanical components such as turbines, valves, penstocks, pumps, gates, HVAC, and balance of plant.
• Oversee all electrical systems including generators, switchgear, transformers, SCADA, protection relays, and substation interfaces.
• Coordinate instrumentation and automation systems, ensuring integration with electrical and mechanical operations.
• Interface with OEMs, suppliers, consultants, and EPC contractors for technical and delivery matters.
• Ensure all works comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards, as well as applicable codes (e.g., IEC, IEEE, ANSI, ISO).
• Monitor progress, manage risks, track budgets, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Resolve on‑site technical and coordination issues through collaboration with civil, geotechnical, and project control teams.
• Lead inspections, FATs, SATs, and commissioning procedures.
• Prepare documentation, reports, and updates for project management and key stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor a team of E/M/I engineers and site personnel.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electro‑Mechanical Engineering; PRC license required.
• Strong understanding of hydropower plant systems, instrumentation, automation, and control.
• Minimum of 15-20 years of experience in electro‑mechanical and instrumentation project execution, with at least 10 years in hydropower or pumped storage projects.
• Willingness to be deployed 100% onsite, with flexibility to work in either Rizal or Laguna project locations.
• Familiarity with international and local standards (IEC, IEEE, ISA, NEC, PEC, etc.).
• Project management experience with EPC or turnkey contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, and technical documentation tools.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary site teams.