VP Project Management, Petrochemicals

WeConnect Energy are currently recruiting for a Vice President, Project Management on behalf of our client, an Energy company based in the United Arab Emirates.

Job Purpose

Lead and oversee technical project management resources for all Project Delivery activities pertaining to the successful delivery of the Downstream strategy.

Drive the management of downstream project portfolio consisting of multiple projects at any point in time including both national and international projects and oversee the execution in co-operation with Joint Venture partners. Manage the technical disciplines into feasibility study activities, early design, pre-Feed, Feed, EPC tender and other activities up to FID etc.

Ensure appropriate resourcing of the technical project teams and the application of best in class tools and techniques and for finding the technical solutions required to enhance the feasibility of projects as well as their return on investment. Ensure timely and accurate reporting on the status of the Project Management Division within the DS project delivery function to management.

• KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
  
  

Project Planning & Integration

• Lead the technical integration on all projects in the downstream project funnel, both internationally and nationally ensuring collaboration between Project Management team, Group functions, joint venture partners and project team staff to deliver optimal technical solutions on a wide range of petrochemical investment projects.
• Ensure that Business plan objectives are translated into project objectives that are achievable and consistent in their approach and aim to deliver maximum value. Ensure all Project Teams are working in alignment with internal and external stakeholders with focus on achieving the best possible project outcome and the highest possible likelihood of project implementation at FID.
• Ensure that project teams identify, understand, manage and mitigate all project and business risks.
• Drive the development and implementation of a robust contracting strategy and the project execution plans. Ensure all projects proactively capture project lessons learnt for the benefit of future projects.
  
  

Project Management

• Lean and manage the development of operational plans on the development of Downstream projects. Ensure the integration of all technical disciplines throughout initial feasibility, pre FEED and FEED as well as in the EPC tender up to the FID.
• Ensure collaboration with the SBD function in Downstream on various opportunities for selection and development of new projects in order to implement the best technical and structuring options. Follow up the business plan and ensure resourcing and implementation of the approved projects.
• Initiate and lead techno-economic feasibility studies, including pre-FEED and FEED studies of new projects to deliver growth and economic value from Downstream projects.
• Ensure consistency and progress in the execution of the downstream strategic projects through engagement with the Business Line organization and Operating Companies.
• Participate to the regular project meetings, provide an overview on progress, risks, trajectory, etc. and addressing specific questions.
• Prepare tendering of technical studies such as pre-Feed or FEED and work with procurement on selection criteria and award to contractors.
  
  

Operational Plans

• Develop consistent and realistic long and short term operational plans for the Division in line with the Function objectives and manage the implementation of approved long and short term plans and ensure they are effectively converted into its performance objectives to achieve established service levels.
  
  

Budgets & Cost Control

• Develop and manage the Division annual budget in line with the Function’s business objectives and operational plans ensuring that adequate funding provision is made for all Division activities.
• Monitor expenditure against approved Division budget on a regular basis; investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.
  
  

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Develop and implement appropriate Division policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls, Company guidelines in order to support execution of the Directorate’s work programs in line with Company and International standards.
  
  

Performance Management

• Contribute to the development of KPI’s and ensure proper cascade of the Performance objectives within the Division and establish monitoring mechanisms to ensure delivery of these objectives and promote a performance driven culture.
• Manage the implementation of the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Division in accordance with Company approved guidelines.
  
  

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management / Engineering / Science; or relevant disciplines with supporting experience.
• Master’s degree in Project Management / Engineering / Science or MBA is preferred.
  
  

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 18 years’ relevant experience in IOC's/NOC's, including at least 10 years in a progressive project managerial / leadership positions.
• Major Project Management / Engineering Experience is essential.
• Sound knowledge and experience of strategic project planning and management.
  
  

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