Iv3 Aqua

Iv3 Aqua is a growing water management company building on the team’s three decades of industry-leading experience. Following the well-known industry success stories at Ionics, Inc. and Seven Seas Water/AquaVenture Holdings – both US $1.0+ billion NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) listed water companies, our team has embarked upon another journey to build a global water and wastewater business for the long-term. Based on our team’s experience designing, owning and operating thousands of water and wastewater plants, we are building up Iv3 Aqua to reliably provide water of guaranteed quantity and quality in alignment with our customers’ goals.

Iv3 Aqua is owned by our employees and A.P. Moller Holding A/S. Iv3 Aqua owns a stake in a full service water and wastewater utility in the Philippines, Subic Bay Water & Sewerage Co. (SUBICWATER) and owns and operates a 200,000 m3/d seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant in Qurayyat, Sultanate of Oman. See www.iv3aqua.com for additional information.

Job summary

The Commissioning Project Manager will be responsible for leading and coordinating projects related to the commissioning and performance testing of water and wastewater treatment facilities primarily in the MENA region. This role requires a deep understanding of water treatment processes, strong project management skills, commitment to safety and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery. The Commissioning Project Manager’s home base should be in MENA region (or a time zone equivalent).

Key responsibilities:

Project Planning and Initiation

• Conduct comprehensive project assessments to understand client requirements, define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Initiate project kick-off meetings to align stakeholders and teams on project goals and objectives.

Team Leadership

• Coordinate and lead cross-functional project teams, including engineers, contractors, consultants, and other specialists.
• Provide clear direction, guidance, and support to team members throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture with a strong commitment to safety.

Resource Management

• Efficiently allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Monitor resource utilization and adjust as necessary to meet project milestones.
• Collaborate with HR and project teams for resource acquisition and development.

Risk Management

• Identify potential risks associated with project execution and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies.
• Regularly assess project risks and develop contingency plans to address potential issues.
• Communicate risk assessments to stakeholders and ensure risk management plans are followed.

Communication

• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with senior management, internal teams, clients and their advisors.
• Provide regular updates on project progress, milestones achieved, and any challenges faced.
• Resolve conflicts and facilitate clear and open communication among team members and stakeholders.

Schedule, Budget, and Cost Control

• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets, ensuring project KPI’s (e.g., financial objectives, schedule performance) are met.
• Monitor project expenses and implement cost-control measures as needed.
• Provide accurate and timely budget reports to senior management.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure that projects adhere to client specifications, industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance processes to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Conduct regular inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with project specifications, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder Relations

• Build and maintain positive relationships with project stakeholders by understanding their requirements and expectations. Project stakeholders may include senior management, internal teams, clients, regulatory authorities, suppliers, contractors, consultants, and other advisors.
• Address stakeholder concerns promptly and professionally.
• Provide regular updates to clients and senior management on project status and progress.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including test plans, commissioning activities, reports, sign-offs and correspondence.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports, including documentation related to the commissioning, start-up and acceptance testing of water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Ensure all documentation complies with company standards and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. The preferred candidate will have a strong background in process engineering and a good understanding of industrial automation.
• Proven experience in project management, specifically in water treatment projects. Experience with large-scale SWRO desalination projects is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of water treatment processes, technologies, and industry standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desirable.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Possess keen familiarity with cultural norms within the region.
• Strong fluency in written and spoken English is required; fluency in Arabic and/or French is desirable.

Iv3 Aqua is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation while providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

* This job description serves as a general guide for the responsibilities and qualifications associated with the role of Commissioning Project Manager – Water Treatment. Actual duties and requirements may vary based on the specific needs of the organization over the lifecycle of the project.