EPC Project Manager (36-Months Contract)

ib vogt GmbH is seeking an EPC Project Manager for a 36-month contract in Jakarta, Indonesia. The role involves managing large-scale solar power projects, overseeing project preparation and execution, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree, at least five years of experience, and strong communication skills. The position requires travel and fluency in English and Malay.
Company Description

ib vogt is firmly committed to supporting the decarbonisation of the global electricity sector. The company focuses on the global development of turnkey PV plants and battery storage projects as well as the expansion of its IPP portfolio. In these areas, the company performs all integral services of the value chain from development, financing, and EPC, to O&M and asset management.

Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, ib vogt has established various offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Africa as part of its presence in over 40 countries. The company works together with numerous partners globally, augmenting its in-house team of over 900 staff. ib vogt has built or has in construction more than 4 GW of PV power plants globally with a project pipeline of more than 60 GWp.

Job Description

Summary of Role:

Responsible for the preparation and execution of large-scale Solar Power plant from Ready-to-Build (RTB) to

Provisional Acceptance (PAC), as part of the company Project Management Office (PMO).

Responsibilities
• Management of EPC project program, multi-expertise project team and project contracts in Malaysia.
• Responsible for project preparation and execution, cross-functional coordination including contract management and fulfillment of additional project requirements (e.g. lease, insurances, H&S, licenses, local entity set-up, taxes & duties, logistics)
• Support the Business Development team in assessing project feasibility for EPC-related aspects (coordinate technical studies, surveys, or design optimization; identify project risks; define design concept and EPC setup)
• Prepare, execute, and evaluate turnkey EPC and O&M tenders and prepare decision-basis (EPCM projects)
• In selected markets: identify partners and prepare setup to act as EPC and O&M contractor (EPC projects)
• Lead communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Risk management, troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Accountable for cost, timeline, and quality of the EPC project, that need to be constantly updated.
• Coordination of acceptance procedures, handover to the Asset Management, O&M and Post Construction team
• Reporting to project director and senior management
• Company representative under the EPC Contract

Qualifications

Min Requirements
• Academic degree in engineering, preferable in Electrical or Civil, with at least five years of relevant work experience
• Well-developed intercultural skills
• Strong communication skills - systematic organizational approach
• Ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders to international standards.
• Technical understanding of renewable energy (preferably: solar)
• Contract management experience
• Fluent in English and Malay (written and verbal)
• Willingness to travel
• Excellent networking, leadership, negotiation, and time management skills
• Work rights in Indonesia is mandatory

Additional Information

What We Can Offer
• A competitive and attractive remuneration package.
• Company Group Medical Insurance Coverage.
• Dynamic and diverse work environment with colleagues from around the world.
• A truly international exposure.
• An open-minded and highly motivated team.
• Interesting and challenging tasks.
• Encourage both teamwork and personal responsibility.
• Great opportunities for professional and personal growth.