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 (H₂ 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
