Project Development Manager

EWEC Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates EWEC Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates EWEC (Emirates Water and Electricity Company) is the sole procurer and supplier of water and electricity in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. EWEC drives the planning, forecasting, purchasing, and system despatch services of water and electricity. EWEC fulfils these vital responsibilities through the short-term and long-term balancing of bulk supply and demand for distribution companies and authorities in Abu Dhabi and other Emirates. EWEC is supporting the government of Abu Dhabi and the government of the UAE by enabling the reduction of cost whilst also providing the increased security of supply that comes from a cleaner, larger, and more integrated system.EWEC is mandated to implement strategic initiatives that will achieve the 60 per cent clean energy target outlined in the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy's (Do E) Clean Energy Strategic Target 2035 for Electricity Production in Abu Dhabi, in addition to enabling the achievement of UAE Water Security Strategy 2036, UAE Energy Strategy by 2050, and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative. EWEC is accelerating Abu Dhabi and the UAE's energy transition by diversifying the country's energy mix through developing and deploying renewable and clean energy as well as low-carbon intensive water desalination capacities. EWEC is part of ADQ, one of the region's largest holding companies with a broad portfolio of major enterprises spanning key sectors of Abu Dhabi's diversified economy. For more information, please visit www.ewec.ae.Job Summary: The Project Development Manager is responsible for managing EWEC's procurement of power generation and water desalination capacity as well as ancillary services in close coordination with Strategy and Planning to ensure alignment with the Statement of Future Capacity / Statement of Future System Requirements. This includes managing the tendering process through to contract award whilst working closely with Engineering (Asset Management), Project Finance and Contract Administration Management to ensure projects satisfy capacity demand, as well as technical and financial requirements.Job Specific Responsibilities: Manage and oversee the tendering process which includes: Preselecting advisors and suppliers Issuing the tender (developing the request for proposal), including obtaining input from Legal as required Conducting detailed quality assurance of tender documentation (e.g. Rf Ps, Rf Is etc.) in coordination with Contract Administration Management and Legal and ensuring generation/desalination technical specifications are accurately captured Evaluating responses (specifically commercially) in conjunction with Strategy and Planning, Engineering and Contract Administration Management functions ensuring fair grading against technical and commercial criteria Preparing and distributing bidder clarification documents Reviewing and challenging the viability of project finance options in coordination with Project Finance and ensuring compliance with due diligence procedures Providing recommendations on tender award to the Tender Committee Facilitating approval of award recommendation (including Do E approval)Awarding the contracts before handing over to Engineering for post contract technical support Supporting Project Finance to achieve financial close of awarded projects Ensure liaison with key sector/government entities to resolve interfaces for Rf Ps from a commercial perspective and assist in planning for the approvals of bids (including approvals from Department of Finance) and contributing to feasibility studies as required Ensure the development and alignment of procurement assessment criteria Build and maintain strategic relationships with industrial developers and technology providers Review environmental and social impact assessments in coordination with Engineering Represent EWEC during procurement negotiations with industrial developers/ technology providers Ensure site inspection and selection is conducted using appropriate expertise to support project origination and delivery in coordination with Asset Management Ensure lessons learnt regarding tendering, awarding and commissioning of capacity are captured to serve as inputs in future procurement processes Work closely with internal teams to obtain feedback and recommendations that support enhanced project origination and management Required Experience Level: Minimum of 12 years of experience in power generation and/ or water desalination of which at least 2-4 years in holding a managerial position, with a focus on development of power and water generation projects, preferably in a: Diverse/multicultural business industry (obtained from medium to large organisation)Multi-national company Energy and utility sector Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Project Management and Other Industries Utilities Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at EWEC by 2x Get notified about new Project Manager jobs in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates.Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 day ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 6 days ago Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 18 hours ago Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates AED18,000.00-AED20,000.00 6 days ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 3 weeks ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 18 hours ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 4 days ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 day ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 4 days ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 3 weeks ago Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 17 hours ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 3 weeks ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 week ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 week ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 week ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 week ago Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 4 days ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 2 weeks ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 3 weeks ago Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 month ago Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 day ago Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates AED22,000.00-AED23,000.00 2 months ago We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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