AADL Project Manager (Power) Job in Nairobi Kenya

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AADL Project Manager (Power) Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job ID: 50358 Job Views: 104
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Category: Management
Employment Type: Full time
Posted: 09.19.2014
Job Description
Summary:
Aldwych Africa Developments Limited (AADL) is a Kenyan registered company fully owned by Aldwych Holdings Limited, registered in the England and is an InfraCo Africa partner.
The Aldwych group of companies develops, finances, owns and operates power plants across Africa.
In Kenya, we boast the building, owning and operating of the 90MW Rabai Power plant near Kaloleni and we are nearing the commencement of construction of the Kshs 75 billion, 300MW Lake Turkana Wind Power Project.
As AADL, we are building a team to be based in Nairobi to develop and bring to market more power project opportunities with support from our London and Dar es Salaam offices.
We are, therefore, seeking talented, motivated, skilled individual to fill the position of Project Manager - Power
Job Purpose:
You will be responsible for assessing the viability of opportunities in the energy sector, negotiating contracts, permitting, and project financing. You will be expected to mobilise and coordinate the project stakeholders involved in project implementation and monitor the same to ensure that implementation is according to agreed budgets and timelines and quality standards are met.
Key Responsibilities

Support negotiations for power projects with stakeholders in the energy sector.

Lead efforts to secure required permits for projects

Coordinate the implementation of power projects

Track key covenants and terms and conditions with the relevant stakeholders

Participate in planning and tracking of project deliverables including reporting to ensure that the project remains on track.

Supervising the work of consultants and other third parties

Assistance in ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

Develop a Knowledge system that captures the knowledge and experience gained in the project in a manner that is easy to retrieve, cross reference and disseminate Requirements

University degree with an emphasis in energy or Engineering

5 to 10 years’ experience building and commissioning and/or operationalization of large energy/power projects

Experience in dealing with contractors, consultants, third parties

Be commercially astute and have a strong understanding of business issues

Understanding of, and interest in renewable energy technology

Excellent planning, organizing and Project Management skills

Experience in project financing is an added advantage How to Apply:
Send your application including a cover letter demonstrating why you are the best suited candidate for this role, a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and especially your flagship projects, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by Close of Business Friday 3rd October 2014
Applications and enquiries to recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
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