Project Manager Team Lead Thailand

Country

Thailand

City

BANGKOK

Workplace location

BANGKOK-ASIA CENTRE BLDG(THA)

Employer company

TOTALENERGIES MARKETING (THAILAND) CO., LTD.

Domain

Operations

Type of contract

Fixed term position

Experience

Minimum 10 years

Context & Environment

Total Energies has set an ambitious target of reaching 100 GW of renewable generation capacity by 2030. Within this ambition, the Distributed Generation Business Unit (DG), which has already signed 2,2GW of projects worldwide, aims to contribute to 6GW by 2030.

Total Energies Renewables Distributed Generation (DG), created in 2019 as a fully owned subsidiary of Total Energies SE, develops, finances, builds, and operates industrial and commercial solar PV systems worldwide. Typical projects range from 1 MW to 20 MWp, based on an onsite self consumption (Power Purchase Agreement “PPA”) model, with possible integration of battery storage solutions.

Scope of responsibility:

o Successfully execute projects in a timely manner, as per the agreed specifications, in the allocated budget, and with 100% compliance to TTE requirements and HSE standards.

o Lead the project managers team.

o Reports hierarchically to the local Country Manager and transversally to the Regional Technical Manager.

Activities

The Project Manager Team Lead is responsible for:

Client management

o Optimized Client communication in projects execution

o Execute the Project in compliance with PPA requirements (e.g. Condition Precedent)

o Manage and hold regular progress meetings with Client

o Manage Site completion and acceptance on Commercial Operation (COD) with Client

EPC management

o Optimize the capex, to be in line with the local market prices and DG guidelines.

o Manage EPC Tender, Review BOM, EPC selection

o Ensure approvals of engineering documents with Engineering Center prior to execution.

o Ensure building structure and rooftop are fully compliant with Total Energies guidelines, before starting project construction.

o Prepare and ensure each EPC contract internal approval on time and within approved budget (e.g. contract committee approval before NTP)

o Manage EPC contract (contractor due diligence on time, contract negotiation, EPC budget & contract closing)

o Ensure compliance by all project contractors to relevant legislation and Company HSE requirements, values, guidelines, procedures and standards

o Ensure the EPC bonds quality and validity, as required by Total Energies standards (project execution and DLP 2 years period)

o Review method statement of execution from contractors and ensure compliance with Total Energies rules and standards

o Manage EPC Delay LD & Project Hand Over

o Manage and process all permitting, license etc related documents on time with EPC & with relevant government authorities, in full compliance with regulation

o Manage EPC monthly budget, Ensure no variation order and the project is executed within the approved budget in local currency

o Ensure update of as built documentation, align with O&M and Engineering Center prior to handover to O&M team

o Evaluate EPC performance after each project execution

o Ensure site inspections for all projects, for safety on site and quality assessment

o Find new EPC contractors and ensure that all EPC contractors are qualified,

o Ensure full compliance with Company Technical & HSE referential and standards.

O&M management

o Coordinate handover with local O&M team before project completion

o Ensure full Project handover documentation, PR tests and as-built PV syst are provided on time

o Facilitate O&M team for troubleshooting operational issues during defects liability period of EPC contractor.

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General

o Engage with Engineering Center and ensure the designs are all optimized with the actual site conditions

o Anticipate and act for all potential challenges in Project execution

o Ensure projects are covered by active insurance, as per Total Energies standards

o Manage all projects in full compliance with HSE and technical specifications per Total Energies requirements

o Ensure all projects related permits, approval from the concerned authorities on time for construction, commissioning and start of operations

o Update and manage all activities through the company projects management tools

o Interact with teams at APAC Hub/ HQ to share best practices, and improve country projects execution efficiency

o Ensure active capex reduction

o Ensure efficient internal Hand Over : Sales to PM, PM to O&M

o Coordinate with Finance accounting, procurement & O&M teams on invoice issuance, COD, COC

o Act as a strong, collaborative member of the regional PM Team leads team and in the country team

o Support country Project Managers and actively contribute to their ongoing coaching and capability development

o Manage recruitment of projects managers, their onboarding and team performance evaluation

Candidate Profile

• Holds an engineering degree (mechanical or electrical), preferably a master in energy or related field

• Min. 10 years of experience in rooftop solar projects execution.

• Proven track record and experience of project lifecycle from bidding to operations.

• Rigor, zero compromise with HSE deviation and holds work at height certificate

• Strong analytical skills and Creative problem-solving skills

• Ability to handle complex situations and work under pressure

• Organized, proven autonomy, ability to prioritize tasks and initiatives

• Ability to travel as assigned.

• Knowledge of engineering and solar specific softwares (Helioscope, Meteonorm, PVSyst) is highly desirable

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

• Excellent communication skills in English and the local language.

• Leadership experience in managing a diverse team.

Additional Information Total Energies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

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