LPG Infrastructure Project Officer - Green Field Project - LPG Terminal & Storage

Chief LPG Project Officer - LPG Storage & Terminal Green Field Project (Kenya and Tanzania)

Reporting to- Project Director

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

Job Location: East Africa (Project Sites - Tanzania Port / 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.

Qualifications:

- B. Tech/B.E. in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, or equivalent.

- PMP/Prince2 or advanced project management certification preferred.

Experience:

- Minimum 18-25 years of experience, with at least 8-10 years in senior leadership roles handling LPG storage projects (spheres/bullets/cryogenic terminals).

- Proven track record of executing large-scale LPG, oil & gas terminal, or petrochemical infrastructure projects in India.

- Sound knowledge of PESO, OISD, NFPA codes, and Indian statutory approvals.

Skills:

- Strong leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional team management.

- Budgeting and project financial control expertise.

- Excellent communication with board-level reporting ability.

Remuneration Structure :

Net after Tax Salary in USD

Family Accommodation, if with family and Car

Food & expenses on Self

Medical

Once a Year tickets to India with 1 month leave.

WP, Visa and tickets provided by Company

Please Expedite and Send the Updated Resume Along with confirmation of interest.