Chief Projects & Technical Officer (CPTO)

Oman Investment Authority

Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Strategic & Technical Leadership

Develop and implement MDO s project delivery strategy and technical governance framework.

Oversee the full project lifecycle (Gates 3 5), from feasibility through engineering, execution, and handover.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Provide technical assurance across engineering, design, and construction disciplines.

Foster innovation, continuous improvement, and integration of global best practices in project management.

B. Project Studies & Delivery

Lead the development and delivery of feasibility and engineering studies, ensuring technical and economic integrity.

Coordinate EPC/EPCM contractors, engineering consultants, and project management firms.

Manage project execution for key assets and other priority developments.

Ensure robust risk identification, mitigation, and management across all active projects.

Oversee commissioning, handover, and operational readiness in coordination with asset owners

C. Project Controls & Readiness

Establish and maintain cost, schedule, and performance baselines for all projects.

Implement project control systems and dashboards for transparent reporting and decision-making.

Lead project risk and change management processes in coordination with Finance and Governance.

Ensure compliance with MDO s Stage-Gate process and documentation standards.

Plan and oversee operational readiness programs to enable smooth transition to operations.

D. Technical Governance & Assurance

Provide oversight of engineering quality, standards, and design integrity across all projects.

Review and validate technical studies, designs, and engineering deliverables prior to execution.

Champion lessons learned, value engineering, and sustainability integration.

Ensure that all projects meet regulatory, environmental, and permitting requirements.

E. Governance & Compliance

Ensure project compliance with MDO, OIA, and national regulations.

Maintain transparent reporting to the CEO and the Board on project performance and risks.

Collaborate with CFO and CGPO on investment papers, cost validation, and Gate approvals.

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and ethical conduct across project teams.

Stage-Gate Role Alignment

Stage-Gate Role of CPTO

G2 (Pre-Feasibility) Responsible manages technical study development and validation.umptions.

G2 (Pre-Feasibility) Responsible manages technical study development and validation.

G3 (Feasibility/Investment Decision) Accountable prepares feasibility package and reviews technical due diligence.

G4 (Execution/Construction) Accountable leads project execution, engineering, cost, schedule, and quality assurance.

G5 (Handover/Closure) Responsible ensures commissioning, operational readiness, and lessons learned documentation.