Project Manager – Powerhouse (Open to exapts)

Vertex Search; Central Luzon; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Search is seeking a seasoned Project Manager – Powerhouse to lead the construction of a hydropower powerhouse and its supporting systems in the Philippines. You will direct multi-disciplinary teams, oversee contractors and interface with design, E&M and tunnelling leads to keep execution on schedule and on budget.

The ideal candidate has a Civil/Structural/Mechanical engineering degree (PRC licence preferred), 20+ years in large-scale infrastructure, with at least 10 years in a leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering required.
• PRC licence preferred for the role.
• 20+ years in large-scale infrastructure projects, including at least 10 years in a leadership position on powerhouse or major industrial facilities.
• Experience with EPC and multi-package execution models.
• Strong MS Project/Primavera P6 and Power BI proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery of the powerhouse construction package from start to finish, including excavation, structural works, E&M installation and interface integration.
• Oversee day-to-day site operations to align with design, schedule, quality, safety and cost targets.
• Direct and coordinate all contractors, subcontractors and engineers on site.
• Collaborate with design teams, E&M specialists and tunnelling/underground leads to maintain interfaces.
• Lead construction planning, sequencing and resource allocation for critical path activities.
• Track progress, resolve site issues, and implement recovery plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with technical specs, standards and safety requirements.
• Produce progress reports, dashboards and stakeholder updates for management.
• Support inspections, audits, testing and commissioning with QA/QC and E&M teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering

PRC licence preferred

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Power BI

Job description

The Project Manager – Powerhouse will take charge of building the powerhouse and its supporting systems for a large-scale hydropower dam or pumped storage project. You will make sure the civil, structural, electro-mechanical and interface works inside the powerhouse are completed safely, on schedule and on budget, and to the required quality and compliance standards.

We’re looking for a seasoned technical leader with a strong grounding in hydropower powerhouse systems. You should be comfortable directing multi-disciplinary teams and managing contractors and stakeholders in demanding field conditions.

THE ROLE

• Own delivery of the powerhouse construction package from start to finish, covering excavation, structural works, E&M installation and interface integration.
• Oversee day-to-day site operations so that work stays aligned with design, schedule, quality, safety and cost targets.
• Direct and coordinate all contractors, subcontractors and engineers working in the powerhouse.
• Work closely with the design teams, E&M specialists and tunnelling/underground leads to keep interfaces and execution seamless.
• Lead construction planning, sequencing and resource allocation for critical path activities.
• Track progress, resolve site issues quickly, and put recovery plans in place when delays or deviations arise.
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications, international standards and safety requirements.
• Produce progress reports, construction dashboards and stakeholder updates for management.
• Support inspections, audits, testing and commissioning together with the QA/QC and E&M teams.
• Act as the on-site lead for powerhouse technical queries and contractor coordination.

THE INDIVIDUAL

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering; a PRC licence is preferred.
• 20+ years in large-scale infrastructure projects, including at least 10 years in a leadership position on powerhouse or major industrial facility works.
• Solid knowledge of underground and semi-underground structures, housing for high-capacity turbines and generators, and heavy equipment interfaces.
• Familiarity with EPC and multi-package execution models.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6 and Power BI.
• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Prior hands-on experience in hydropower or pumped storage powerhouse construction.
• Ready to be based 100% on site, with flexibility between Rizal and Laguna project locations.