Manager Generation

Industrial Promotion Services (IPS), the industrial and infrastructure development arm of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development, operates across Africa and Asia, implementing advanced production technologies in diverse sectors such as agro-industries, printing, packaging, and infrastructure. IPS is committed to fostering private sector entrepreneurship and establishing economically sustainable enterprises in developing regions.

Northern Pakistan Energy Limited (NPAK Energy), a subsidiary of IPS, functions under a 30-year Concession Agreement with the Government of Gilgit-Baltistan. In response to the regional government’s request, NPAK Energy is tasked with developing a clean, reliable, and affordable energy system for the Hunza region. This initiative also aims to showcase a replicable model for integrated utility management within Pakistan.

The Generation Manager role is part of the Energy Plus Project, co-financed by the European Union and NPAK Energy. The successful candidate will oversee the entire generation development process, focusing on the construction of a new 2 MW Misgar Hydropower Project and the rehabilitation of the existing 3 MW Misgar Hydropower Plant. This position requires managing all phases of project execution, including feasibility studies, technical assessments, engineering design reviews, procurement, contractor oversight, construction supervision, installation, testing, commissioning, and final handover.

Acting on behalf of the Employer, the Generation Manager will ensure all activities comply with approved technical designs, contractual terms, budgets, schedules, quality standards, health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements, as well as international standards. The primary goal is to deliver hydropower projects that are technically sound, cost-effective, and completed within the agreed timelines.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage and coordinate the construction of the new 2 MW hydropower plant and the rehabilitation of the existing 3 MW facility.
- Oversee engineering design reviews, technical assessments, procurement processes, and equipment selection.
- Lead and manage contractors, consultants, suppliers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Supervise all aspects of project implementation, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and hydromechanical works.
- Monitor project schedules, budgets, costs, quality, and adherence to contractual obligations.
- Identify, assess, and manage technical, financial, construction, and implementation risks.
- Ensure compliance with HSE, environmental, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and project handover activities.
- Prepare detailed project progress reports and provide regular updates to senior management.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Hydropower Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in power generation or the hydropower sector.
- At least 3 years of direct experience in hydropower project management, construction, or rehabilitation.
- Proven track record in managing contractors, consultants, multidisciplinary teams, budgets, and project timelines.
- Strong understanding of hydropower plant systems, including turbines, generators, transformers, and hydromechanical equipment.
- Experience in procurement, contract management, construction supervision, and commissioning.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

- Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Hydropower Engineering, or Project Management is an advantage.
- Strong project management, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.
- Proficiency in project planning, budgeting, cost control, and risk management.
- Ability to manage multiple project activities simultaneously and resolve technical and contractual issues effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
- Willingness and ability to work in remote hydropower project sites under challenging mountainous conditions.

This position is based in Hunza District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, and is open to local candidates only.