United HR Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Looking For Chief Project Officer – LPG Storage & Terminal Project (Kenya and Tanzania) at Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Full Time

Reporting to– Project Director

Reported by : Directly 5-15 depending on project & EPC Contractor – Chinese.

Job Location: East Africa (Project Sites – Zanzibar or Tanga / Corporate Office) in Tanzania and Kenya – Mombasa

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic Chief Project Officer (CPO) with proven expertise in successfully leading LPG storage terminal projects, including mounded bullets, spheres, loading/unloading terminals, and associated infrastructure. The CPO will lead the end-to-end project lifecycle — from concept design to commissioning — ensuring timely, safe, and cost-efficient project delivery aligned with regulatory and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Full ownership of project execution including design, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of LPG storage and allied facilities.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to PESO, OISD, and other regulatory norms.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal leadership, EPC contractors, PMC consultants, government authorities, and vendors.
• Team Management: Build and lead a multidisciplinary team (engineering, procurement, construction, HSE, QA/QC).
• Contract Strategy: Oversee tendering processes, EPC/LSTK/PMC vendor selection, and contractual negotiations.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify project risks and drive mitigation strategies, especially concerning safety, cost overrun, and timeline slippage.
• Commissioning Excellence: Lead pre-commissioning, commissioning, and project handover with strict adherence to operational excellence standards.