Job Description: Project Manager – Green Hydrogen & Ammonia

Position Title

AVP - PROJECTS

Location

Surat HO (Montessa)

Role Overview

The Project Manager will lead end-to-end execution of green hydrogen and ammonia projects, from concept development through FEED, EPC/EPCM, commissioning, and operations support. The role requires strong techno-commercial expertise in hydrogen electrolysis, ammonia synthesis, storage/export systems, and integrated energy projects, ensuring delivery aligned with cost, schedule, and quality objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution
Lead full project lifecycle: concept selection, feasibility studies, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
Develop and manage integrated project schedules, cost estimates (Class II), and execution strategies.
Ensure alignment of project scope with business case, stakeholders, and investment approvals.
Green Hydrogen & Ammonia Technology Management
Manage projects involving:

Hydrogen production via electrolysis
Green ammonia synthesis and storage systems
Hydrogen liquefaction, compression, and export/import systems

Oversee integration of upstream (electrolysis) with downstream (ammonia, storage, transport).
Support design and execution of:

Ammonia synthesis plants
Ammonia dissociation units (H recovery)
Hydrogen liquefaction facilities [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]

Stakeholder & Interface Management
Act as the primary interface with clients, licensors, EPC contractors, JV partners, and internal leadership.
Coordinate with global clients such as energy majors and national oil companies. [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
Lead multidisciplinary teams across process, mechanical, civil, and instrumentation disciplines. [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
Engineering & Technical Oversight
Supervise development of:

Process design packages (PFDs, P&IDs, HMBs)
Equipment datasheets and technical specifications
Operating manuals and commissioning procedures [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]

Ensure optimal process efficiency, energy integration, and sustainability performance.
Review and approve EPC deliverables in line with international standards. [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
Commercial & Proposal Management
Lead techno-commercial evaluations for large-scale projects (up to billion-dollar investments). [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
Manage:

Bid evaluation (technical and commercial)
Vendor prequalification
Contract and risk assessment [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]

Drive proposal development for hydrogen and ammonia value chain opportunities.
Risk, Safety & Compliance
Lead risk assessments including:

HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, ALARP studies [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]

Ensure compliance with:

Environmental and safety standards
International codes and client specifications

Maintain project risk registers and mitigation strategies.
Construction & Commissioning Oversight
Coordinate site execution and interface with contractors during project delivery.
Support commissioning activities for:

Hydrogen plants
Ammonia units
Storage and export systems

Ensure readiness for operations and handover.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams. [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
Drive performance management, training, and capability development.
Foster a culture of technical excellence, safety, and innovation.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (Master's preferred). [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
15–25+ years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or clean energy sectors.
Proven experience in EPC/EPCM/PMC project execution.

Preferred Experience

Direct involvement in:

Green Hydrogen projects (electrolysis-based)
Ammonia synthesis / storage / export projects
Gasification, syngas, or hydrogen value chain projects [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]

Experience in mega projects (>$500M to $1B+). [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
Exposure to international projects (Middle East / Europe / Asia).

Technical Skills

Process simulation tools: Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, PRO/II, UniSim [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
Engineering tools for pipeline and process design (OLGA, PIPESIM, etc.) [AMITPARLIKAR (1) (1) | Word]
Strong knowledge of hydrogen and ammonia technologies

Core Competencies

Project management & execution excellence
Techno-commercial acumen
Strategic thinking and concept development
Stakeholder management and leadership
Risk management and decision-making

Key Deliverables / KPIs

On-time, on-budget project completion
Successful commissioning of hydrogen/ammonia facilities
Safety compliance and zero major incidents
Cost optimization and value engineering
High client satisfaction

Asst. Vice President