Description for Internal Candidates
Within Wood Abu Dhabi, we are actively expanding our project delivery portfolio to include Engineering Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) Contracts.
As part of this growth, we are looking for personnel to join our team, either from internal Wood employees or the external market.
The type of personnel we are looking for is broad ranging including :
- Ambitious people that want to grow their career within this exciting contract execution model, where they will gain experience across the full project lifecycle from Detailed Engineering, through Procurement & Fabrication and into the Offshore Execution, covering Construction, Commissioning, Start -up and Handover to Operations.
- Experienced personnel with a background in PMC, EPC or EPCM projects, that can take on senior positions within the organisation and use their experience to steer the team to deliver outstanding performance across a portfolio of projects for Major Operators.
Projects within the EPCM model are wide and varied covering both onshore and offshore Brownfield Assets; typical examples include :
Onshore Pipeline Controls System UpgradesOffshore Aset enhancement projects covering multiple system and equipment on large platforms, Wellhead Towers and IslandsWe are committed to delivering the EPCM Model and as such require the right people to be part of our Wood Abu Dhabi Team as part of this exciting journey.
Please note, this is not a speculative reach out for CVs for bid purposes, the EPCM Delivery is part of our longer-term plans and as such we are committed to investing for the future. We are actively recruiting and look forward to engaging with you soon.
Job Objective :
The safe and effective delivery of a portfolio of Brownfield Safety Critical Projects on multiple offshore platforms; including large production complexes (multiple platforms bridge linked) and remote Wellhead Towers, located offshore within the UAE under an EPCM contracting model.
Typical projects include Fire & Gas System Upgrades, Power Upgrades, Control System Upgrades, Flare System Upgrades and Platform Structural Modifications.
Identification and management of all interfaces both internally within Wood and externally with client organisation, construction contractor and other projects.
Produce and manage Interface Management Plan covering all interfaces for the portfolio of projects throughout all phases of the project(s) lifecycle, including Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Completions and Commissioning.
Provide certainty and confidence to the client and Wood project sponsor that the contract is being delivered safely with a strong focus on optimization, cost control, risk management, schedule adherence and stakeholder management.
or equivalent degree in Engineering from an accredited universityProject Management Professional (PMP), Associate in Project Management (APM) or equivalent certification is preferred.Minimum Experience :
Minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant experience in major Brownfield oil & gas offshore projects.Knowledge, skills and experience :
Experience as part of Contractor Management Team in EPC and / or EPCM contracts for offshore Brownfield Oil & Gas projects for major Oil & Gas companies.Experience as part of Contractor Management Team of managing offshore projects containing marine spreads and materials movement and logistics as part of the scope.Specific experience in the Middle East for renowned clients, preferred.Demonstrable experience in stakeholder management, including implementation of Interface Management Plans and the effective management to achieve project success.Personality, ability, and experience to successfully identify and manage internal and external interfaces to achieve project objectives.Thorough understanding of project management techniques and practices.High level of professional competence and management skills to motivate the team to achieve high quality performance during the execution of the portfolio of projects.Thorough knowledge of project success and benefits management.Understands the needs of information management requirements in the project phases (operation), internal (contractual, statutory) and asset (customer) documentation.Knowledge of commercial and contract conditions applicable to the procurement of various types of goods and services.Robust knowledge of all handover and close-out activities required for customer, company and suppliers.Personal attributes :
Safetyfocusedwithanuncompromisingapproachtoriskthewelfareofbothinternalandcustomeremployeesatthetopoftheagenda.Passionately pursues and supports, demonstrates and embeds company values.Pragmatic approach with ability to balance commerciality with operational excellence.Amotivatedself-starter,whocanself-directwhenrequired,abletouseowninitiativeandhaveautonomytomakeappropriatedecisionsbutalsoknowwhenescalationisrequired.Strongteambuildercapableofidentifyingandadoptingbestpractices,engenderingaspiritofcooperationandenergizingpeopletowardsoptimumperformanceenablingcrossfunctionalbestpractice.Able to motivate, engage and influence a diverse group of people, many without a direct reporting relationship.Customer focused – develops sincere and open relationships with customers, constantly striving to exceed expectations and add value. Able to develop and maintain strong customer relationships, including ability to influence.Flexibletorespondandadapttochanginginternalandexternalcontext.Decisive,withabilitytomakedecisionsandfollowthrough,ensuringlearningsarecaptured.Strong negotiation skills and ability to handle sensitive communications.Criticalthinkerwithproblemsolvingabilities.Excellent verbal, written and presentational communication skills.undefined
