Project Manager ( Projects Department (P-GO-3-1)

ADNOC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Project Manager to oversee multi-disciplined engineering projects. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 12 years of experience, including 5 years in leadership roles. Key responsibilities include ensuring project compliance, managing budgets, and leading teams through all project phases. This position offers a challenging opportunity to contribute to major developments in the industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in project engineering in oil & gas.
• 5 years leading multidisciplinary teams and managing consultants.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise diverse multi-disciplined engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
• Lead teams for effective project execution from inception to completion.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budget control

Contract management

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Project Manager (Projects Department (P-GO-3-1))

Job Purpose

Manage, supervise, and control the development and implementation of a diverse range of major multi‑disciplined engineering projects from initial inception through to completion and handover, relating to new plants, facilities, and modifications to existing plant and systems. In addition, ensure optimal and economic development of projects consistent with shareholders guidelines.

Job Specific Accountabilities

• Lead/provide technical input into proposal/conceptual developments; coordinate design, material specification, and technically manage procurement and contract tendering stages.
• Interface with external parties, and ensure that appropriate codes, practices, and standards are followed.
• Manage Project Management Consultant(s) and ensure effective site supervision and project administration; provide information to management on project progress.
• Lead teams in developing strategies for implementation of major development projects.
• Direct the project management teams through all phases of project execution (from initiation up to commissioning and start‑up).
• Manage multinational contractors ensuring that projects are implemented in accordance with sound project management principles and full compliance with HSE requirements/guidelines within the specified time, cost, and other set objectives.
• Lead and/or participate in divisional or company‑wide committees, as assigned, providing guidance and expertise in his area of specialization and leading related discussions and meetings.
• Direct and coordinate the activities of teams of multi‑discipline engineers in a designated field; perform supervisory functions and exercise financial authority at the level established by management for the position.
• Review source material and participate in meetings to establish future project requirements; provide technical and administrative input to take projects from inception to drafting and submission of requirement proposals; define, revise, and refine scopes and objectives, obtain background data on cost and technical feasibility, and advise on alternatives where appropriate.
• Participate in refining initial proposals into coherent viable project plans; direct and participate in the revision and refinement of initial project designs, specifications, costs, and phasing preparation of project strategy in conjunction with user departments and other divisions (Finance, Commercial Support, etc.).
• Initiate and approve the preparation of overall work programmes, terms of reference for contractors, project standards, and working procedures; establish the basis for project execution phase.
• Ensure that all projects are implemented in accordance with sound project management principles and established company procedures and standards; initiate/manage pre‑qualification of bidders list, exercise overall control over the budget and cost of the project and each contract, vet authorization for expenditure, and review and endorse contract purchase and subcontract recommendations and variation orders throughout all phases of the project.
• Ensure the preparation of the department’s safety programme on the project and oversee compliance with the company’s safety rules and regulations; evaluate and audit adherence to these and take necessary remedial measures.

Job Specific Accountabilities 2

• Ensure that the project is executed in a safe manner and that all contractors adhere to approved safety procedures and method statements.
• Advise management of anticipated completion date of the project for subsequent start‑up planning; assist in development of start‑up plan and manning requirements.
• Authorize alternate studies such as shop vs. field fabricated pipe, concrete vs. steel structures, etc., and agree in consultation on completion of portions of the plant for acceptance by the end user.
• Coordinate overall financial matters pertaining to the project, such as currency requirements and restrictions, import duty exceptions, and financial forecasts.
• Carry out other related duties such as attending tender board meetings, reporting on the financial situation of the project, appraising contractor’s overall performance for quality, cost, schedule, and safety, and ensuring corrective actions are taken; prepare weekly highlights and monthly progress reports covering all engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
• Accountable for efficiently managing all projects within budgets and in accordance with company policies, directives, engineering and project management standards.
• Set and oversee obser­vence of quality and control standards for all activities carried out under his jurisdiction in assigned projects.
• Develop and manage definition, design, and execution of projects to meet company objectives and guidelines on field development activities.
• Manage the technical integrity of surface facilities and maintain project cost throughout the project life cycle.
• Deliver major development projects within the set targets on HSE, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Recommend acceptance or rejection of work programmes and proposals related to project execution and implementation.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor Degree Engineering or equivalent.

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• 12 years of professional experience in project engineering/execution in oil & gas projects, including 5 years leading multi‑disciplined staff and consultants/contractors in defining and executing projects within the oil & gas industry.
• Project management professional with solid knowledge of contracts, planning, and budget/cost control requirements.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.

Professional Certifications

PMP