Engineer, Projects (Supply Chain)

JOB PURPOSE:

The Engineer, Projects Supply Operations is tasked with the design and development of all new supply Operations Division projects, ensuring they are cost-effective and compliant with standards for product quality integrity, asset compliance, and functional requirements.

The role encompasses managing the entire project lifecycle from conception through to commissioning, involving coordination with various Operations teams, Engineering, and external stakeholders. Additionally, the Engineer is responsible for preparing and controlling project budgets, aligning project execution with corporate strategies, and ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Job Specific Accountabilities

Planning, Budgeting & Compliance

• Ensures that projects are designed and executed in line with ADNOC and regulatory authorities' guidelines.
• Prepares and controls capital budgets for capital items and facilities to be replaced, considering the condition of facilities and depreciated value based on recommendations from the maintenance team.
• Prepares scope of requirements for new projects and reviews scope of work submitted by consultants and the Engineering and Projects Division.
• Prepares and controls capital budgets for all new projects.
• Reviews the design, technical specifications, and costs submitted by contractors/consultants, managing the capital projects of the Division.
• Ensures supply chain-specific requirement compliance such as product integrity preservation, HSE compliance, process safety assurance, and ease of operability.
• Advises supply Operations managers on all contractual matters, such as changes of scope, additional work, and contractor claims during project implementation.
• Conduct the preparation of specifications/scope of work for new projects and technically evaluates tender submissions and potential equipment enhancements.
• Ensures that equipment design and control procedures meet ADNOC Distribution standards and requirements.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Holds weekly site meetings with external consultants, contractors, and suppliers to review progress and technical issues.
• Ensures timely and comprehensive inspection of all new terminals, facilities, and equipment for quality and integrity as per contractual agreements.
• Submits statistics to management on performance targets versus actual performance of capital projects.
• Provides weekly progress reports and monthly status reports for engineering and project division management.
• Establishes Investment Case Studies for higher management related to new projects with forecast cost studies.
• Addresses and resolves any issues that arise during the project lifecycle to ensure successful project completion.

Tender & Procurement

• Works closely with the Procurement and Contracts Division during the tender stage of each job.
• Supports the bidders’ pre-qualification process, arranges pre-bid site visit meetings with bidders, and deals with clarifications and technical evaluations in liaison with the Engineering Department and consultants.
• Collaborates with the procurement department for raising purchase and contract requisitions for machinery approved in the Capital Budget.

Client Satisfaction & Handover

• Ensures Internal client’s satisfaction with deliverables and advises management on compilation dates.
• Manages the handover process to the Operations department.
• Develops and implements commissioning procedures in coordination with the Operations team, consultants, and contractors/suppliers.
• Coordinates with stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification

• Science or Engineering degree in Industrial / Mechanical/ Electrical or any other relevant qualification.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 6-8 years of experience in Supply operations, maintenance and projects.