Head - Project Management Systems

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group is seeking a Head - Project Management Systems for an on-site role in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. You will lead the specification, development, implementation and maintenance of project management and project services systems across ADNOC Group Companies.

The role focuses on establishing consistent processes, standards and tools, strengthening project controls and supporting the capital program delivery with competency development across the department.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in project management systems development and management.
• Extensive understanding of project management processes, systems and tools.
• Knowledge of project management and project services methodologies, controls and administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the specification, development, selection and rollout of PM systems group-wide.
• Oversee portfolio and project-based software, services cost and scheduling systems.
• Monitor PM processes and identify deviations and risks for reporting.
• Act as custodian of PM Systems Standards, Procedures, methodologies and tools.
• Ensure PM requirements are disseminated and applied consistently.
• Lead competency assurance and career development programs for PMS staff.

Skills

15 years PM systems experience

Project controls

PM processes

Management reporting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering or a relevant discipline

Tools

Project management tools

Cost and scheduling systems

PM systems standards

Job description

Head - Project Management Systems

Job Snapshot Role: Head - Project Management Systems Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Industry: Oil and Energy Function: Project-Program Management Experience: 15 years of experience in project management systems development and management Job Type: Full Time

ADNOC Group is seeking an experienced Head - Project Management Systems for a Full Time, on-site role in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position leads the specification, selection, development, implementation and maintenance of project management and project services systems across ADNOC Group Companies. The role is responsible for establishing consistent processes, standards, methodologies and tools, strengthening project controls, assuring personnel competency and supporting efficient delivery of the Group 's capital program.

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Oil and Energy
• Function: Project-Program Management
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Project Management Systems

• Lead the specification, identification, development, selection, implementation and Group-wide rollout of project management processes, systems and tools.
• Oversee portfolio and project-based software, project services cost and scheduling systems, and related project management and control solutions.
• Monitor overall Project Management processes, systems and tools against defined targets and identify deviations and risks for reporting to the Head of Function.
• Act as custodian of Group-specific Project Management Systems Standards, Procedures, methodologies and tools.
• Ensure Project Management Systems requirements are disseminated across the organization and applied consistently.
• Provide technical expertise on Project Management processes, systems, tools and administration.
• Ensure ADNOC Project Management processes, systems and tools are properly administered and maintained throughout Group Companies.
• Lead the identification and selection of best-practice Project Management and Project Services systems.
• Manage the standardized implementation and rollout of Project Management System guidelines and documentation.
• Establish and lead a Group-wide Project Management Systems knowledge community.
• Lead competency assurance and assessment for personnel responsible for Project Management Systems and administration, identifying areas requiring further development.
• Lead the development of Project Management and Project Services competency and career development programs and establish deployment guidelines to support the capital delivery program.

Project Control

• Support Project Managers in controlling individual projects using approved methodologies, processes and templates.
• Maintain the administrative integrity of project management and control systems.
• Support timely identification of project issues and appropriate mitigation actions.
• Drive timely Management of Change for changes affecting projects or assets and manage the MoC process.
• Educate PMT and IPMT teams on Project Management and Project Services systems, methodologies, processes and templates.

Department Management Plan and supervise Department personnel, activities and resources to achieve Division objectives efficiently and with appropriate cost control.

Ensure approved operational plans are implemented in line with Division requirements.

Develop knowledge, competencies and innovation across the Department.

Support Personal Development Plans, succession planning and the talent pipeline in coordination with the Human Capability Group, with emphasis on developing UAE Nationals in support of Emiratization targets.

Budgets and Operational Planning

• Compile and provide Department input for preparation of Division budgets.
• Monitor expenditure against approved Department budget levels.
• Investigate, highlight and reconcile significant budget variances.
• Support effective financial performance and cost control across Department activities.

Policies, Systems and Procedures

• Lead implementation of approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls.
• Ensure these arrangements support execution of Division work programs in accordance with Company and international standards.

Performance Management

• Implement the Company Performance Management System for Department personnel in accordance with approved guidelines.
• Monitor Department KPIs against the approved Annual Performance Management Contract and Balanced Score Card and support achievement of agreed performance objectives.

Organisation Development

• Review, develop and recommend an appropriate Department organisation structure that makes effective use of human capital and incorporates sustainability into ongoing work practices in support of business objectives.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Encourage innovation and employee motivation across the Department.
• Support Change Management initiatives that improve operations and services.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes against recognized best practices.
• Pursue greater operational efficiency in line with ISO standards.
• Develop practical solutions to issues affecting Department performance.

Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability

• Support development of a strong HSE culture throughout the Department.
• Ensure compliance with applicable HSE policies, procedures, systems, controls, legislation and sustainability guidelines.
• Maintain alignment with international standards, recognized best practices and ADNOC Codes of Practice.
• Ensure Department employees receive appropriate HSE training and induction.

Management Information and Reporting

• Prepare Department MIS and progress reports, ensuring Company Management receives accurate and timely information required for effective business management and decision-making.

Working Relationships

• Internal * Heads of Functions within Project Services.
• Other Heads of Disciplines within Project Services.
• Project Planning teams and Project Management functions across Group Companies.
• ADNOC functions including Upstream, Downstream, TEO and IT.
• External * Senior management of PMC organizations and third-party service providers.
• Government organizations and entities.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor 's Degree in Computer Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• 15 years of experience in project management systems development and management.
• Extensive understanding of project management processes, systems and tools.
• Knowledge of project management and project services methodologies, controls and administration.
• Experience supporting project cost and scheduling systems.
• Ability to lead implementation and standardization of systems across multiple organizational entities.
• Capability to oversee competency development, performance management and departmental resources.
• Strong understanding of project controls, Management of Change and management reporting requirements.