Automation & Low-Voltage Networks Project Manager

About the role

Blue Projects' Project Delivery and Engineering team is looking for an Automation & Low-Voltage Networks Project Manager to lead the delivery of automation and low-voltage systems on a large-scale industrial project in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The role covers end-to-end project execution, from engineering coordination through procurement, construction, testing, commissioning and handover, keeping safety, quality, schedule and cost objectives in balance.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee engineering, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of automation and low-voltage systems.
• Develop and monitor execution plans, schedules, budgets and resource allocation.
• Manage design interfaces between automation, electrical, mechanical, civil, utilities and production equipment disciplines, and review technical solutions proposed by designers, contractors and suppliers.
• Support technical scopes of work, tender documentation, contractor evaluation and supplier selection, and coordinate procurement.
• Monitor contractor performance, supervise site installation works and coordinate interfaces and work sequencing with other disciplines.
• Organize inspections, audits, testing and quality reviews, and coordinate FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up.
• Ensure completion of punch lists, testing records and handover documentation, and promote a strong HSE culture.
• Prepare progress reports, risk assessments and forecasts, and report to the Overall Project Manager.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Instrumentation and Control or a related discipline.
• Minimum five years of experience managing automation and low-voltage systems on large industrial or manufacturing projects, across engineering, construction and commissioning phases.
• Experience managing contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• English at B2 level or higher; Russian is an advantage.
• Project management certification (PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2 or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Full-time work from the project site office with independent commuting; planned start date of 22 June 2026 or earlier.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of automation architectures, industrial communication protocols and low-voltage systems.
• Familiarity with international engineering standards and Kazakhstan construction regulations.

What we offer

• Initial one-year contract with possible extension, including a three-month probation period.
• Online learning platforms, psychological and wellbeing services and an Employee Assistance Program.
• International assignment opportunities under the Global Mobility Policy.