APQ Project Engineering Manager - Dhahran, المملكة العربية السعودية - Air Products
وصف
30-Aug-2023
APQ Project Engineering Manager
MEET-KSA-Dhahran
Job Description and Qualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES
• Manage a small team which includes but not limited to: project controller, project document controller, contract manager, & junior project engineers as required.
• Capable of understanding project metrics to monitor progress and hold accountable EPC contractors to maintain budget and schedule
• Able to manage contracts and effectively negotiate contract disputes, claims, etc which are part of the project execution phases.
• Capable of developing specific project execution strategy & communicating to stakeholders.
• Work together with all departments in the organization (plant operations, finance, supply chain, & safety) to ensure all contractors and suppliers receive the required plant Safety Indoctrination and to comply with required safety rules, procedures and regulations, to meet Air Products' safety goal of zero injuries.
• Define content of project tasks and resource requirements and manage project resource allocation progressively.
• Develop estimates, funding documents, schedules & manpower requirements necessary to execute all projects successfully. Provide ongoing forecasts & maintain projects on budget and schedule.
• Plan and schedule project timelines and closely monitor actual progress so that project schedule and deliverables are not negatively impacted.
• Work closely with procurement & purchasing to bid and negotiate the purchase of equipment, materials & contract services to ensure they meet the project cost targets & deliverables.
• Work closely with Air Products Qudra ' internal technical resources on project technical/safety issues such as design operability reviews, HAZOP's and cold eye reviews.
• Ensure all projects receive adequate process hazard reviews and close out ORI's with all actions & recommendations completed timely prior to handover to operations.
• Coordinate with customers on "third-party project's" safety compliance issues as well as work permitting issues.
• Evaluate and assess project progress & results, conduct "lessons learned" for future improvements.
• Ensure inherent process safety is adhered to on all project design & execution phases.
• Ensure all projects meet the operability needs of the customer.
• Uphold and communicate high standards of housekeeping in assigned areas and on all job sites.
• Conduct frequent formal housekeeping inspections of all project areas and ensure they adhere to requirements.
• Communicate to Upper Management on project status.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
• Engineering or other technical undergraduate degree (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical).
• 10-15 years' experience in industrial gases, oil and gas, and/or petrochemical industry.
• ERP (SAP) project development and Implementation experience is preferred.
• Proven track record in the chemical, oil and gas, or petro chemical industry in project execution, engineering management or construction management. Experience in multi-national company with excellent EHS performance/culture is highly desirable
• Must be self-starter, and have project management experience to be able to work independently and coordinate efforts among support and leadership resources.
• Role model within Project Engineering function:
• High ethical standards - unwilling to compromise on worker safety and regulatory compliance requirements
• Organizational credibility - able to influence business area, engineering and manufacturing managers in decision making process
• Basic understanding of the process technologies employed in operations of Air Products Qudra facilities.
• Able to handle high level communication with customer and internal/external stakeholders and others as warranted.
SKILLS
- Strong organizational and project management skills. Experience with Primevera, Microsoft Project, or other Project Management tools required.
- Demonstrates practical industrial field experience with strong leadership and communications skills.
- Must have a hands-on and proactive approach with clear accountability in steering the project execution safely and consistent with Air Products Qudra requirements.
- Demonstrates experience of working in an international or multi-national organization and appreciation of international cultures. Preferred to have exposure to matrix reporting.
- Needs to have a business and customer service focus and passion for quality.
- Possess critical thinking skills and has the ability to build trust and confidence with frontline workers, supervisors and management .
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills are a pre-requisite
- Confident and assertive with self-motivated approach and flexible attitude. Has the ability to overcome obstacles to solve problems & achieve results. Can cope with pressure and work to tight deadlines.
- Possess good interpersonal skills and enthusiasm about his/her mission. To respect and work positively with others and create a workplace that is inclusive which generates credibility & confidence in others.
- Excellent influencing skills are a major requirement for the job holder.
- Strong relationship building skills, leading to the ability to successfully interact with stakeholders at all levels within a multicultural environment.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, preferably in Arabic and English. Multi-lingual capability is an advantage.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All Air Products Qudra divisions are committed to the effective use of the Air Products Qudra ' Values. It is important that all employees understand and utilize these values when performing the duties of his/her position.
Req No.
46267BR
Employment Status
Full Time
Organization
Global Industrial Gases
Business Sector / Division
MEET Industrial Gases
Region
Middle East, Egypt, Turkey (MEET)
Country
Saudi Arabia
APQ Project Engineering Manager | Air Products