Deputy Project Director - PV

Job Description : Deputy Project Director - PV ( Middle east ) Reports directly to the CEO of the Project Company. Be fully aware of Power Purchase Agreement, EPC Contract, O&M Agreement and various Project Agreements and manage the stakeholders effectively in line with the contracts Ensures that the Company, the Operator and the Owner's Engineer (as defined in the EPC Contract) have appropriate organizations in place to fulfil their respective responsibilities during the Construction Period; Ensures the Project is executed according to PPA/ EPC agreements, with the with highest standards of safety, environmental compliance, quality, within schedule and budget Monitors plant design, procurement, construction, commissioning and testing working through the services of the Owner's Engineer; Approves project expenditures, including those relating to the EPC Contractor (subject to applicable limitations on its powers to do so). In addition the PD will also provide leadership to a team of engineers and risk managers who will be directly employed by the Company to monitor the construction, commissioning and start up activities. He will together with the EMD approve the monthly progress reports prepared by the EPC contractor and Owner's Engineer and coordinate the preparation of the monthly budget analysis by the CFO. These reports will be sent to each member of the BOD. In preparation for each quarterly BOD meeting at least the following information will be provided in advance by the PD: The progress report prepared prior to such meeting will include a quarterly project cost and sources of finance analysis of expenditures and cash flows comparing actuals with budget / base case financial model parameters. A forecast of expenditures till the achievement of Commercial Operation Date (COD); In case of any requirement of any expenditure not included in the base case financial model - a detailed note shall be prepared for the Board for approval of such expenditure. Attends the BOD meeting’s to support the EMD in providing any clarifications necessary to the progress reports and to respond to questions from the directors concerning construction progress. Is responsible for relations with the Off-taker, the dispatch and transmission company. Resolving any escalated risks and issues in timely manner to maintain project progress and adherence to plans, standards and budgets. Providing advice and guidance regarding any relevant matter to subordinates and team members to ensure work and project progress remain aligned with plans, standards and budgets. Developing and implementing any required policies or procedures as needed to ensure project progress and completion as per defined plan and to minimize deviations.

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