Project Manager - Substation

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Lead PMC activities for EPC/LSTK contractor execution of a new 34.5/13.8kV airport substation and MV network modernization project. Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and stakeholder coordination. Review and approve project execution plans, design execution plans, procurement plans, and construction methodologies. Monitor project milestones, progress reporting, risk management, and contract compliance. Interface with Airport Operations, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, HSSE, SEC, Matarat, and external stakeholders. Chair weekly and monthly project review meetings. Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals, and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill. Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Director or line manager. Engineering Management Manage and review all detailed engineering submissions at 60%, 90%, and IFC stages. Review FEED verification reports and ensure compliance with project objectives. Ensure compliance with SEC standards, Saudi Building Code, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, and airport operational requirements. Lead multidisciplinary engineering reviews involving: Electrical Civil & Structural Mechanical & HVAC Fire Protection Communications SCADA/ADMS Cybersecurity systems Review technical queries (TQs), design deviations, value engineering proposals, and constructability studies. Electrical Systems Oversight Provide technical leadership for: Substations 34.5kV Metal-Clad Switchgear 13.8kV Metal-Clad Switchgear Busbar Systems Protection & Control Systems Auxiliary AC/DC Systems Battery Banks and Chargers Station Service Transformers Transformers 30/40MVA 34.5/13.8kV Power Transformers 20/26.6MVA 34.5/13.8kV Power Transformers Oil-Filled Distribution Transformers Dry-Type Distribution Transformers Distribution Network 34.5kV Distribution Loops 13.8kV Distribution Loops Automated Smart RMUs Underground Duct Banks Utility Tunnel Cable Routing Cable Terminations and Jointing LV Systems Main Distribution Boards Automatic Transfer Schemes Emergency Power Systems UPS Integration Power System Studies & Protection Review and approve: ETAP Studies Load Flow Analysis Short Circuit Analysis Arc Flash Studies Harmonic Analysis Relay Coordination Studies Motor Starting Studies Grounding Studies Validate protection philosophies and relay settings. Ensure system reliability and N-1 redundancy requirements are achieved. Review SCADA integration and operational control strategies. Construction & Site Supervision Oversee site construction activities including: Substation buildings Transformers RMUs MV/LV cable installation Utility tunnel works HDD crossings Duct banks Earthing systems Fire protection systems Ensure airport operations are maintained without disruption during construction. Manage outage planning, switching programs, and energization activities. Verify compliance with approved IFC drawings and method statements. Testing, Commissioning & Energization Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT). Witness Site Acceptance Tests (SAT). Review commissioning procedures and energization plans. Lead integrated testing of: Transformers Switchgear Protection Relays RMUs SCADA Systems Communication Networks Ensure successful cutover and transition to operational systems. Coordinate with the SEC and Airport Operations for energization approvals. Risk & Stakeholder Management Maintain the project risk register. Lead monthly risk workshops. Manage constructability reviews and interface management plans. Coordinate with: SEC National Grid Airport Operations IT & Cybersecurity Airside Operations Utility Authorities Consultants and Contractors Desired Candidate Profile Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Master's Degree in Power Systems Engineering preferred. Minimum 15–20 years of experience in Electrical Power Infrastructure Projects. Minimum 10 years in Project Management or PMC roles. 5 years in the Airport major projects Must have Professional certifications: Saudi Council of Engineers Registration. PMP Certification preferred. PE/Chartered Engineer preferred. Experienced in: 69kV/34.5kV/13.8kV substations Airport electrical infrastructure SEC utility projects Transmission and distribution systems SCADA and automation systems Proven experience delivering EPC/LSTK substation projects above 34.5kV. Technical Skills: Software ETAP AutoCAD BIM/Revit Primavera P6 MS Project Power BI Standards Knowledge: SEC Standards (TMSS, SDCS, SDMS), IEC 60076, IEC 62271, IEEE 80, EEE 1584 NFPA 70 NFPA 72 SBC ICAO Annex 14 Employment Type Full Time Company Industry ConstructionCivil Engineering Department / Functional Area Site EngineeringProjects Keywords Power Systems Project ManagerProgress MonitoringRisk AssessmentVendor ManagementTeam LeadershipElectrical Project ManagerElectrical Infrastructure Project ManagerSubstation Operations Manager Get real-time job updates only on our App