Geothermal Project Manager

Reporting to: General Manager

Location: Taipei but with regular domestic travel

Duties/ Responsibility:

• Develop and/or review technical documentation, specification drawings Define construction plan, finalize delivery contact and establish detailed schedule and milestones
• Lead and manage internal project team of scientist, BD, communication etc as well as engineering consultants or external experts
• Manage relationships with project stakeholders (ex: business partners, investors, land owners, local government officials, vendors, contractors) in a coordinated and timely manner
• Develop and/or review technical documentation (ex: RFP/RFQ, heat balance diagram, P&ID, single line diagram) and commercial documentation (POs, service agreements, EPC & OM contracts), through rigorous negotiation with vendors for best interests of the project
• Lead, manage and coach engineering consultants or external experts (incl. international) to accomplish project goals in an efficient and effective manner through managing/overcoming cultural differences and language barriers
• Define project scope, establish detail schedule and milestones, manage changes, and refine plan as project progresses
• Conduct regularly scheduled project meetings with management, clients, and subcontractors to facilitate, confirm and communicate status of the project execution plan, schedule and engineering, procurement, and construction activities
• Provide or coordinate engineering support for development and permitting activities
• Secure grid connection and PPA with off-takers, ensuring relevant applications are filed and necessary agreements are in place to connect the power plant for commercial operation
• Identify and secure relevant resources, including technical expertise, services, equipment, human resources, EPC contractors, etc. required for the project execution
• Establish project budget, and support development of project financial model by providing credible CAPEX/OPEX budget
• Control cash flow, assume P&L responsibilities for project owned
• Take ownership and execute projects through the development phases; from concept to an operational power plan

Requirements:

• Passionate about geothermal power and strong belief in making an impact to decarbonisation
• Bachelor of Engineering in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or a similar field relevant to power plant engineering and/or project management. An advanced degree is a merit.
• 5+ years of professional experience in a steam power generation field such as geothermal, biomass, and thermal power plant (ex: power plant design or construction, development of renewable energy projects, or management of such projects )
• Familiar with project management tools such as scheduling software, financial models, RACI charts
• Basic understanding of :
  • Regulatory framework and standards related to power generation and development
  • Responsibility for technical / regulatory compliance
  • HSE(Health, Safe, Environment) management
  • National policies governing development of renewable power plants, project financing for renewable power plants

Education / Qualification:

• PMP license
• Fluent Chinese and English

Experience:

• A good understanding of power plants, preferably geothermal or other thermal plants
• 5+ years working experience in a relevant field (power plant construction, management of electrical facilities, renewable energy development)
• Experience handling grid connection application in the renewable energy field (ex. Solar, Wind, Biomass)
• Experience engaging utility power companies in grid connection related discussion

Language:

Chinese Native

English Business level

Competencies :

The following competencies are expected :

• Results Orientation and Technical Expertise – Commitment to achieve effective results, to work towards or exceed agreed goals, and maintain and/or develop technical expertise
• Business Focus – Ability to apply appropriate principles and practices to maximise revenue and minimise cost, while meeting compliance obligations
• Relationship Management and Teamwork – Commitment to maintain effective co-operative relationships with individuals and groups, particularly in regard to cultural sensitivities
• Communication – Ability to express results, work and ideas clearly (orally, and in writing)
• Initiative – Ability and commitment to seek and use better ways of doing things
• Professional Integrity – Acts in a manner that conveys high personal and professional standards
• Leadership and Management Skills – The ability to inspire others to achieve desired results and to develop and enable others to realise their full potential.

**Please kindly submit your CV to: Patty Lee, Office Manager.

Email: patty.lee@baseloadpower.tw

Phone:+886-2-2880-1005