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• Manage all project activities from detailed design to successful
  commissioning of power transmission lines and substations in fulfillment
  of company objectives and strategies.
• Actively participate with Planning & Investments department to;
• Carry out system studies to identify network constraints and
  recommend optimum solutions to meet existing and future power demands.
• Prepare conceptual designs, bills of quantities, cost-benefit
  analysis and tender documentation for the design, manufacture, testing,
  supply, construction, installation and commissioning of transmission
  substations and lines in accordance to engineering standards and
  procurement guidelines.
• Identify optimal substation sites and line routes and provide
  technical support in the acquisition of right-of-way. 
• Prepare/review design calculations, specifications, drawings of
  transmission line and substation power systems, equipment, earthing,
  protection, control and communication systems in liaison with end-user
  departments.
• Give technical support during the bidding process in the
  coordination of bid clarification, pre-bid site visits, bid evaluation,
  and pre-award meetings, and preparation of draft contracts.
• Prepare project implementation and procurement plans and track the
  implementation.
• Coordinate the project kick-off and site handover.
• Review detailed engineering designs, drawings and technical
  specifications of transmission line and substations prepared by
  contractors and their suppliers.
• Ensure conformity of designs, drawings, manufacturing processes, and
  installations
• Ensure conformity of designs, drawings, manufacturing processes, and
  installations to specified engineering standards and best engineering
  practices.
• Review contractors’ method statements and procedures for quality
  assurance.
• In liaison with user departments, witness, review and sign-off
  factory/laboratory/ site acceptance tests of equipment, material and
  works.
• Supervise, monitor and report on the progress and quality of
  equipment, material and works and recommend corrective actions wherever
  necessary inclusive of coordination of network switching operations.
• Verify Consultants’ and Contractors’ interim and final invoices
  against agreed project milestones and deliverables.
• Review and advise on change proposals and ensure validity of
  contract amendments.
• Review commissioning protocol and coordinate the inspection and
  commissioning tests of completed installations and works and subsequent
  UETCL’s takeover of operationally accepted facilities with verified
  as-built documentation and operation & maintenance manuals.
• Monitor the operational performance of installed facilities during
  Defects Liability Period and ensure that identified snags are rectified by
  the contractor.
• Monitor and ensure effective coordination between UETCL,
  Consultants, Contractors, Financiers, and all other project stakeholders
  to attain execution of the contract scope within approved budget and
  timelines.
• Ensure compliance to safety, social, health and environment
  regulations and project-specific requirements.
• Identify, Monitor and assess project risks and execute necessary
  mitigation measures.
• Preparation of reports for different stakeholders.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

• The applicant should preferably hold a Bachelor’s degree in
  Electrical Engineering.
• Professional registration with relevant body.
• Minimum of six (6) years of professional working experience in power
  system projects.
• Must have Project Management skills. 
  Must have in-depth knowledge of Industrial & SHE regulations.
• Experience in managing multi -lateral financed projects.
• Experience in PPDA and donor-funded procurement guidelines and
  reporting practices.
• Computer literacy in Ms Projects or similar project scheduling and
  monitoring tool.
• Must possess a valid National Driving Permit.
• Must have Analytical skills, Communication skills, Interpersonal
  skills, Supervisory skills, Report writing skills.
• Must be able to withstand stressful work situations and have
  willingness to work long hours outside the normal hours.
• A person of high integrity, must be highly motivated, innovative and
  a committed team player.
• Must be willing to travel extensively and be away from duty station
  for extended periods. 

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