EPC PROJECT MANAGER (OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE)

Company Description

Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.

The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.

Job Description

As an Owner’s Representative, you will play a critical leadership role in overseeing EPC contractors and ensuring the successful delivery of large-scale industrial projects (R600m – R1bn). Your responsibilities will include:

EPC Contractor Management (Core Focus)

• Acting as the primary interface between the company and EPC contractors
• Overseeing contractors across all project phases: engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning
• Ensuring delivery aligns with contractual obligations, technical specifications, budget, and schedule
• Monitoring contractor performance, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies
• Reviewing, challenging, and validating EPC deliverables, methodologies, and execution strategies
• Coordinating effectively between EPC contractors and key stakeholders

Construction Oversight

• Supervising construction activities executed by EPC contractors on large-scale projects
• Ensuring compliance with HSE standards, quality requirements, and regulatory frameworks
• Conducting site inspections, audits, and progress assessments
• Validating construction progress, milestones, and completion criteria
• Supporting the resolution of technical and operational challenges during execution

Engineering & Technical Governance

• Reviewing and approving engineering designs, studies, and technical documentation
• Ensuring solutions are fit-for-purpose, optimized, and aligned with project objectives
• Providing technical leadership and cross-disciplinary guidance
• Ensuring consistency across process, mechanical, electrical, and control systems

Commercial & Contract Management

• Supporting contract administration, including variations, claims, and change orders
• Monitoring project costs and ensuring adherence to approved budgets
• Participating in commercial and contractual discussions with EPC contractors
• Validating payment milestones based on progress and deliverables

Project Development & Tender Support

• Supporting EPC selection processes, including technical evaluation of bidders
• Contributing to feasibility studies and early-stage project structuring
• Assisting in defining execution strategies and contracting models

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Process, Electrical, or Project Engineering)
• Minimum 10 years of experience within an EPC environment
• Strong exposure to construction, project delivery, and contractor management
• Proven experience delivering large-scale industrial projects (R600m – R1bn)
• Prior experience in roles such as Project Manager, Construction Manager, or Engineering Manager

Key Competencies & Attributes

• Strong multidisciplinary technical knowledge (process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation & control)
• In-depth understanding of EPC project execution and contract structures (FIDIC or equivalent)
• Experience with project planning and control tools (e.g., MS Project or equivalent)
• Strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Assertive mindset with the ability to challenge EPC contractors constructively
• High level of accountability with a strong focus on delivery
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels