Lead Project Engineer (IK)

Role scope

To provide EPC delivery leadership for the IK project team, to drive the delivery of the Manifa project including any engineering support, site surveys, procurement, sub-contract management, construction set-up and full construction execution (EPC delivery)

Details / responsibilities

• Be a team leader, manage, and deliver the Manifa IK project
• Manage Coordination/Communication with other disciplines, key suppliers and sub-contractors
• Lead all project team members and functions to deliver the project - this includes HSE, QA, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sub-Contracts
• Consult Quality Assurance with any quality issues, ensuring compliance with ISO Quality procedures, Project Quality Plan and Design Integrity processes and procedures
• Assist, and support all team members including the project engineering team

• Provide support during fabrication, site construction, and commissioning activities

• Keep up to date with the latest developments and technical innovations in Project Management - knoweldge and awarenss of AWP will be advantageous
• Lead overall quality of the project (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status
• Cooperate and communicate with other Engineering disciplines and Project Stakeholders to provide assistance and technical support, as and when required
• Review deliverables submitted by SubContractor inclduing project schedules, budgets, change management
• Conduct regular meetings with internal teams, key sub-contractors and Proponent
• Delegate tasks to team members according to their individual skill sets, experience, and abilities to ensure efficient completion of the project
• Monitor project budget
• Prepare meeting minutes, progress reports and presentations; deliver presentations
• Track performance and analyse the completion of key goals
• Document and report project progress to stakeholders and clients
• Monitor adherence to performance standards, specifications, QA/QC rules, and related regulations and processes
• Establish systems to collect data and measure the project’s metrics
• Organize techniques for conducting field tests and for assessing their quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Project / Business Management
• 10+ years relevant experience
• Have worked for at least 5 years in similar positions
• Must have EPC delivery experience
• Work in office and Site based environments
• Capable of using the appropriate software
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical attributes
• Able to effectively communicate technical issues to peers and line manager(written and verbal).
• Solid understanding of engineering, procurement and construction principles, equipment standards, codes, and construction practices relevant to the industry.
• Solid familiarity with project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, including skills in planning, scheduling, resource allocation, cost control, contract management…etc.
• Strong capability in identifying hazards and mitigating risks.
• Ownership of responsibility for work by self and team.
• Strong capability in project management leadership.
• Capability to motivate and guide team members, resolve conflicts, and make informed decisions.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to hold presentation and keep audience interested.
• Professional commitment in following appropriate code of professional conduct, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment.
• Capabilities in estimating and forecasting.

Behavioural Competency

At Kent, you’ll be recognised as a lead amongst your team, providing advice and direction in your area of expertise. We’ll trust you to interpret internal and external business challenges, and to recommend best practices to improve processes or services. As a senior leader in the business, we expect you’ll be committed to your own professional development, to developing your colleagues, and to ensuring fairness and equality in management and delegation.