Team Leader, Project Support (Project Support Team - P&T)

Job Purpose

Manage the execution of small works projects and Engineering modifications to ensure that they are constructed, commissioned, and handed over in line with the set objectives.

Manage the interfaces and construction of the small works projects and Engineering modifications projects as per the approved scope of work, Company’s specification, ensuring full compliance with the HSE and Quality requirements.

Key Accountabilities

Project Interface Management

• Manage the Project interfaces between ADNOC Group companies, external entities, and the Company in order to meet the Project objectives.
• Lead the identification of the project interfaces and any gap in project documentation related to design and construction specifications to ensure completeness and alignment with the Company’s technical and operational requirements.
• Undertake the preliminary review of the projects technical information submitted by ADNOC Group Companies or external entities Projects Team, to ensure conformity with the established procedures and plans, prior to submission to the Company’s Divisions for further review, comments, and approval by the Company’s Technical and end user Divisions.
• Manage the project conflicts and interfaces (technical specifications, SIMOPS/overlapping constructions activities) with other projects by taking proactive measures to resolve the conflicts and minimise the impact on the project’s objectives. Liaise for the technical integration and agreement.
• Participate in the projects HAZOP, Risks Review meetings, and SIMOPS workshops. Ensure the effective follow up and coordination for the actions implementation.
• Provide management support for the handover process of the projects technical documentation, spare parts, and training between the Project Management Team and End Users.
  
  

Projects Management Support

• Manage and lead the project warranty issues and the negotiation process with the respective equipment Vendors and End Users.
• Manage the support services to resolve mobilization issues with Vendors, supply of tools, equipment, spare parts, and documentation in order to ensure that the required services and materials are provided timely to avoid any project delay.
• Participate in ADNOC Group Companies’ Forums for sharing best practices on Projects Operations Readiness and exchange of related information.
• Develop procedures and processes for the management of interfaces between the Projects Divisions and the respective Company’s Divisions which include, but not limited to, End User involvement in the project’s phases and handover.
  
  

Construction Management

• Lead the Site Fabrication, Construction, Installation and Pre-Commissioning activities of the small works projects and engineering modifications safely, as per the schedule, within budget and in line with the value assurance process.
• Lead different aspects of relevant projects during the construction, installation, and commissioning activities in compliance with the HSE requirements.
• Participate in the review of construction Strategies and Execution Plans. Initiate changes, as and when necessary, to meet the project’s goals and objectives.
• Liaise and organize the construction coordination meetings with the EPC Contractors and Subcontractors. Lead the pre-mobilization and pre-hire inspections of EPC contractors and subcontractors including HSE, Lifting Equipment Inspection, and follow-ups on close-out of all open issues.
• Ensure all fabrication and construction subcontracting activities, carried out by the EPC contractor, meet the project requirements and Standard Engineering Procedures.
• Lead and ensure that variations to design are technically authorized and cost implications approved prior to implementation.
• Participate in the development of project plans and schedules and ensure that the activities are carried out safely and in line with the schedules and budget. Participate in tender evaluation process for the selection of EPC contractor.
  
  

Management

• Plan and supervise the activities of the personnel and resources of the team to achieve the Department objectives in an efficient and cost-conscious manner while ensuring implementation of approved operational plans for the team in line with Department objectives.
• Develop the knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the team and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP’s), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the team in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.
  
  

Budgets and Operational Plans

• Compile and provide input for preparation of the Department budgets and regularly monitor expenditure against approved the team budget levels.
• Investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.
  
  

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Lead the implementation of approved team policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls in order to support execution of the Department work programs in line with Company and International standards.
  
  

Performance Management

• Implement the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the team in accordance with Company approved guidelines and continuously monitor the achievement of the Team KPIs related to the approved Annual Performance Management Contract and the Balanced Score Card.
  
  

Organisation Structure and Development

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

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Encourage innovation, enhance employee motivation and support initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve operations and services.
• Propose improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best Industry standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the team.
  
  

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Support the institution of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the team in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC HSE Standards.
• Ensure adequate HSE training and induction for all team employees to meet HSE standards.
  
  

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent professional qualification.
  
  

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 10 years of experience in Projects Management including Interface and Construction Management in a large Oil and Gas industry, including 4 years in a similar supervisory role.
• Experience with Project Planning software.
• Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and knowledge in the relevant field of specialization and keep current with developments and trends.
• The ability to interface effectively with the engineering disciplines and across multiple functions (Finance/Accounting).
  
  

Professional Certifications

• Professional certificate like PMP, PMI-SP (preferable).