Amar Hessas

Highly accomplished energy and infrastructure executive with over 27 years of international experience leading complex, large-scale projects in the power sector. Proven track record managing a total project portfolio exceeding €627 million across EPC, turnkey, and advisory mandates. Demonstrated expertise across the full project lifecycle — from engineering design and procurement to construction, commissioning, and operations — for high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) substations (AIS & GIS).

Recognized leader in multicultural environments, having directed operations across Algeria, Morocco, Mauritania, France, Italy, India, and the UAE. Experienced in working with top-tier global companies (JESA, Larsen & Toubro, CCC, AREVA, Schneider Electric, SIEMENS, ABB) as Client, Fabricant, EPC Contractor, and Consultant. PMP® and NEBOSH certified.

Currently completing a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) focused on innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

Senior Project Manager - JESA - Casablanca, Morocco

(2024-01)

• Leading the 400 kV OCP Loop and future client supply in the Jorf area under JH2P GAP 100KT Program with integration of the 225 kV Jorf Substation
• Managing cross-functional teams and all project lifecycle phases for this flagship green hydrogen infrastructure project
• Ensuring compliance with international standards, client satisfaction, and budget integrity

Head of Operations - Larsen & Toubro - Mumbai (5 mo.) | Sharjah (4 mo.) | Algeria

(2018-01 - 2022-03)

• Oversaw all operational activities in Algeria, coordinating with Sharjah and Mumbai headquarters teams for execution and commercial activities
• Managed multiple AIS substation projects (220/60 kV) including Draa Erich, Bougazoul and AIT — involving bus bars, feeders, and CCN integration
• Led and mentored high-performing multicultural operations teams
• Drove KPI monitoring, continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and strategic stakeholder engagement

Head of CSPC — Director - CCC (Consolidated Contractors Company) - Algeria / Athens (coordination)

(2013-01 - 2018-11)

• Directed CSPC (Consolidated Sicon Power Company), a CCC subsidiary, managing a program of 45 substation stations across northern, eastern, and southern Algeria
• Supervised turnkey and maintenance projects at 220/60/30 kV: TAMDA, MILA (×2), BISKRA, and Boucle de Kabyle rehabilitation program
• Defined project scope, secured resources, built and led teams of 15+ direct reports; mentored project team members
• Applied CCC's Integrated Project Management (IPM) framework; developed risk assessments, project plans, and contingency strategies

Senior Project Manager - AREVA / ALSTOM - Paris (7 mo.) | Algeria

(2010-01 - 2013-12)

• Managed Program LOT 8A consisting of 8–12 turnkey substation projects at 220 kV and 60 kV with CCN integration
• Tracked client requirements, monitored stakeholder deliveries, and maintained quality indicators to ensure high client satisfaction
• Coordinated project preparation in Paris before overseeing full execution in Algeria

Senior Project Manager - Schneider Electric - Algeria | Lyon (missions)

(2008-01 - 2010-12)

• Managed delivery of substations including the Tamanrasset Air Base project and 11 MV panel substations (30 kV & 10 kV) in Jijel, Setif, and TIO
• Maintained continuous communication with headquarters in Grenoble, France; ensured stakeholder alignment and project milestones

Senior Project Manager - SIEMENS / VATECH - Grenoble (12 mo.) | Algeria

(2003-01 - 2008-12)

• Delivered Algeria's first 400 kV substation — EL AFROUN 400/220 kV AIS (12 feeders, 2 JDB, CCN integration)
• Managed OUED EL ATHMANIA 400/220/60/11 kV AIS (multi-voltage, full CCN integration), TIZI MEDDEN 60/30 GIS, SOUK EL DJEMAA 60/30 kV GIS, and ILLITEN 60/30 kV AIS with 123 km transmission line
• Handled complex project environments including remote Saharan sites and high-risk zones (Tizi Madden, Souk El Djemmaa)

Maintenance Engineer - ABB - Lodi, Italy (16 mo.) | Algeria (14 mo.)

(1999-01 - 2003-12)

• Rehabilitation of Mansoura 220/60/30 kV and Harrach 220/60 kV substations
• Spent 16 months in ABB's Lodi (Italy) factory for project preparation; executed full site deployment in Algeria

Maintenance Manager / Deputy Project Manager - SONELGAZ - Algeria

(1997-01 - 2003-12)

• Conducted HV/MV studies and followed up project execution on site
• Gained foundational expertise in power grid operations, maintenance management, and client-side project oversight

DBA - Doctorate in Business Administration - American University of Leadership (AUL) (2021-01)

MBA Executive (EMBA) - Executive Management - UQAM — Université du Québec à Montréal, Canada

Master of Engineering - Electrotechnics - École Nationale Polytechnique (ENP) (1996-01)

Baccalaureate - Mathematics Series - ONEC — National Office of Examinations, Algeria (1991-01)