The role provides technical advisory and due diligence support to the Middle East Energy & Infrastructure Advisory practice, with a focus on Power Generation and Water Treatment projects. The position supports PPP / project‑financed assets across the full project lifecycle, including feasibility, development, financial close, construction, and operations.
The candidate should possess hands‑on experience in at least two of the following sectors: Desalination (SWRO), Sewage / Effluent Treatment Plants, Renewable Energy (Solar PV, Wind, BESS), Conventional Power Generation (CCGT, OCGT).
Experience in PPP projects is mandatory.
Deliver Technical Due Diligence (TDD) services for PPP power and water projects.
Act in roles such as Lender’s Technical Engineer, Independent Engineer, and Transaction Advisor.
For Renewable energy projects, candidate is expected to understand Energy Yield assessment and its impact on Contracts and Financial model.
Support feasibility studies, FEED, benchmarking, cost analysis, and performance validation.
Review functional specifications, datasheets, layouts, and engineering drawings.
Perform technical review of PPAs, EPC, O&M, and LTSA contracts.
Monitor construction progress, review method statements, attend FATs, and prepare progress reports.
Maintain an awareness of technological advances and industry best practice
Invoicing and contracts understanding
Attend and contribute in team and project meetings.
Reporting and monitoring of site progress to Project manager / client.
Review and preparation of monthly and quarterly construction progress reports.
Provide technical support to utilities, developers, lenders, governments, and investors.
Key Competencies / Skills
Mandatory Skills
Experience of any of Thermodynamic Power Plant Cycle, Energy Yield assessment in Solar PV and Wind projects, SWRO Desalination, Sewage treatment plant Analysis.
Knowledge of Contracts in Public Private Partnership Projects of Power and Water sectors
Understanding of Financial Models, CAPEX and OPEX benchmarking
Design review of power and water plants (process, mechanical and BOP).
Validation of specific calculation procedures.
Familiarity with relevant international standards.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Good computer skills
Excellent report and email writing skills.
Desired Skills
Knowledge of GT PRO, Thermodynamic Modelling, PV Syst, Wind Pro, SWRO Design, MBR/MBBR based STP design is an advantage
Knowledge of contract management in IPP/IWPP/IWP/ISTP projects is an advantage
Knowledge of cost of power and desalination plants/equipment is an advantage