Senior Engineer, Projects

3 JOB PURPOSE:

Directs, supervises and controls the development and implementation of a diverse range of mega Multi­discipline engineering project(s) from initial inception through completion and handover, relating to both new facilities (Oil & Gas and Infrastructure) and modifications to existing plant and systems.

4 Key Accountabilities

Job Specific Accountabilities

• Directs and manages the activities of teams of Project Managers. Performs supervisory functions at the level established by management for the position.
• Manages reviews of source material and participates in a range of meetings to establish future project requirements in assigned field. Provides technical and administrative support to take projects from initial inception stage to drafting and submission of requirements proposals. Includes defining, revising and refining scopes and objectives, obtaining or arranging to obtain background data on potential cost and technical feasibility, and devising alternatives where appropriate. Directs the development of schedules and project programs in conjunction with Engineering Managers and Project Control Managers.
• Assigns work to Project Managers, and guides in the refinement of initial proposals into coherent viable project plans. Directs in the revision and refinement of initial project designs, specifications, costs, and phasing preparation of project strategy in conjunction with user department and other divisions such as Finance, Procurement, etc...
• Manages and ensures the approval of the preparation of overall work programs, terms of reference for contractors, projects standards and working procedures. Establishes in consultation with In-House Engineering Manager, Engineering Managers and the Steering Committee (If available) the project execution strategy.
• Ensures the preparation of the Department's safety program on the project and oversees compliance with the Company's safety rules and regulations. Evaluates and audits adherence to same and takes necessary remedial measures to correct directs and overcome deficiencies.
• Ensures that all projects are implemented in accordance with sound project management principles and established Company procedures and standards. Includes vetting bidder's lists, exercising overall control over the budget and cost of the project and each contract, vetting authorization for expenditure.
• Reviews and endorses contract purchase and subcontracts recommendations and variation orders throughout all phases of the project and ensures that approved plans are updated accordingly.
• Ensures that the project is executed in a safe manner and that all contractors adhere to approved safety procedures and method statement for carrying out works. Understands and promotes the company's health, safety & environmental policy and objectives; performs work in accordance with the company's established rules, regulations and approved procedures; intervenes to stop unsafe acts and practices;
• Advises and reports to Management the anticipated completion date of the projects within the portfolio for subsequent start up planning. Assists with Operations the development of start-up plan and manning requirements. Authorizes alternate studies and agree on completion of portions of the plant for acceptance by the Client.
• Supports and guides Project Managers in other related duties such as attending Major Tender Board Meetings, reporting on the financial situation of the project, appraise contractor's overall performance for quality, cost, schedule and safety. Preparing weekly highlights and managing the preparation of monthly progress reports covering all engineering, procurement and construction activities.
  
  

Generic Accountabilities

Operational Plans

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

Budgets and Operational Plans

• Develop and manage the Department annual budget in line with the Division's business objectives and operational plans ensuring that adequate funding provision is made for all Department activities.
• Monitor expenditure against approved Department 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 Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls, Company guidelines in order to support execution of the Division's work programs in line with Company and International standards.
  
  

Performance Management

• Contribute to the development of the Division's KPI's and ensure proper cascade of the Performance objectives within the Department 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 Department in accordance with Company approved guidelines.
  
  

People Development

• Develop knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Department and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP's), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Department in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.
  
  

Organisation Structure and Development

• Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organisation structure for the Department that will best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.
  
  

Risk Management

• Contribute and support establishment of a Corporate Integrated Risk Management System within the Department, while identifying and assessing relevant domain risks and implement measures to manage and mitigate all identified risks within the Department.
• Communicate corporate business ethics and Company's Code of Conduct to employees within the Department and ensure compliance to the Corporate Policies and guidelines.
  
  

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Promote an organisation culture that encourages innovation, enhances employee motivation and supports initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve the Department operations and services.
  
  

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Provide strong and visible leadership to promote a positive HSE culture
• Ensure the method statements and associated risk assessment are conducted and effectively implemented by the contractors and subcontractors.
• Communicate HSE Policy, Objectives, Requirements, Expectations and the most significant risks to ADNOC Onshore and Contractors.
• Chair the Project HSE meetings with ADNOC Onshore and Contractors.
• Conducts regular visits to Construction sites under his control to ensure that work is executed safely following the Company, UAE and international operating standards and practices.
• Implement reporting of Incidents, hazards, near misses and closeout of investigation recommendation.
• Disseminate Learning from Incidents to all respective parties.
• Be familiar with the ADNOC HSE Recognition and Accountability Framework requirements. Comply with all applicable HSE requirements at all times. Exercise the STOP Work Authority bestowed if any unsafe act or situation puts you or your colleagues at risk.
• Ensure that all Department MIS and progress reports are prepared to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business.
  
  

5 COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

• Regular contact with VPs and Managers.
• Frequent presentations to Shareholders Review Teams and Projects Steering Committee on project progress and issues.
  
  

External

• External contact with individual Shareholders, ADNOC, OPCOs, Consultants, Vendors and Contractors based on business needs.
  
  

6 QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
  
  

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 12 years varied experience in project management covering engineering design and construction including at least 5 years in a Manager, Projects position within Oil & Gas industry.
  
  

Professional Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP).
  
  

7 TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• As per the ADNOC approved Competency Dictionary
  
  

8 BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• As per the ADNOC approved Competency Dictionary
  
  

9 WORK CONDITION:

Physical Effort:

• Minimal - regular walking, standing, and keyboard use for up to 50% of the work day
  
  

Work Environment

• 70% air conditioned office
• 30% field visits
  
  

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