Project Planning and Development Head

Meralco Energy, Inc. (MSERV); Pasig; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Meralco Energy, Inc. (MSERV) is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead planning, development, and execution of complex engineering projects in the Philippines. You will guide cross-functional teams and ensure milestones, budgets, and deliverables are met with high quality.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, a professional license, and 5–8 years of PM experience, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. On-site work in Metro Manila is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/College degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Preferably Licensed Engineer
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in project planning, development, or management
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and planning tools
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in MS Office and project management software (MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD is an advantage)

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses.
• Develop implementation strategies and monitor milestones.
• Ensure objectives, scope, and deliverables are defined and communicated.
• Oversee project execution to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Monitor performance and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulations.
• Track budgets and manage resources.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Licensed Engineer

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Job description

• Lead the preparation of project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Conduct project feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses.
• Develop project implementation strategies and monitor progress against established milestones.
• Ensure that project objectives, scope, and deliverables are clearly defined and communicated.

Project Execution and Monitoring

• Oversee the execution of projects to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Monitor project performance and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and government regulations.
• Track project budgets and manage resource allocation efficiently.

Team Leadership and Stakeholder Management

• Lead and mentor project planning and development teams.
• Collaborate with internal departments, clients, consultants, contractors, and government agencies.
• Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management.
• Facilitate project meetings and drive issue resolution.

Risk and Quality Management

• Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Establish quality control measures and ensure adherence to project standards.
• Review project documentation and ensure accuracy and completeness.

Strategic Development

• Support business growth initiatives through project development opportunities.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in strategic planning and organizational development activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Bachelor's/College degree in any Engineering course or equivalent
• Preferably Licensed Engineer
• At least 5-8 years of relevant experience in project planning, development, or project management
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and planning tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD is an advantage.
• Strategic Planning
• Leadership and People Management
• Budgeting and Cost Control
• Communication and Negotiation Skills
• Results-Oriented Mindset

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Electricity, Gas & Water Services More than 10,000 employees

Meralco is the largest private sector electric distribution utility company in the Philippines covering 39 cities and 72 municipalities. Its franchise area of over 9,685 km2 is just 3% of the total land area of the Philippines, but accounts for 55% of the country's electricity output. Meralco celebrates 122 years of service in 2025, committed to providing reliable and affordable energy.

Meralco is the largest private sector electric distribution utility company in the Philippines covering 39 cities and 72 municipalities. Its franchise area of over 9,685 km2 is just 3% of the total land area of the Philippines, but accounts for 55% of the country's electricity output. Meralco celebrates 122 years of service in 2025, committed to providing reliable and affordable energy.