WTS Energy Recruits Project Manager

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WTS Energy is currently recruiting professionals in Nigeria to fill the following positions:

Job Title: Project Manager
Ref No: WTRC02538
Location: Lagos

Job description Project Manager
Responsible for the management of all project execution activities, from Conceptual Engineering through to handover to Production of the project, including securing regulatory approvals.
It is intended to extend the existing development by the drilling of additional wells, which is covered under a new Field Development Plan approved end 2012.
The contracting strategy has yet to be established, but it is likely that the sub-sea works will be executed under a recently established Alliance between Company and indigenous contractor

Responsibilities:
Formulate and carry out all tasks needed to ensure the successful execution of the Project on time, within budget and with due regard to HSES and quality, including:

• Manage the execution of the project via the Corporate “ADS” stage gate approval process.
• Establish Basis of Design in agreement with all Stake Holders.
• Review existing Project Management procedures to identify adequacy for this Project, amend where required and seek internal approval of all changes. In particular establish, monitor and maintain up to date HSES and Quality Plans including preparation of a specific safety case.
• Identify and assemble appropriate Project Management Team to successfully manage and execute the project whilst taking due regard of the current Alliance organisation and support services available.
• Establish and maintain a project risk register and develop mitigation plans for all major identified risks.
• Establish and maintain Project budgets, identify and raise Approval-For-Expenditure requests (AFE’s), and monitor the same.
• Carry out monthly Forecast At Completion (FAC) cost estimation exercises.
• Coordinate constructability reviews for offshore installation and hook up.
• Coordinate commissioning activity planning.
• Ensure design adequately caters for Production requirements in terms of operability and obtain Production acceptance of same.
• Liaise closely with Production department on all aspects of the offshore execution including Permits to Work, shutdowns, and work coordination to ensure that the Project is completed and formally handed over on schedule.
• Provide input to Technical Work Programmes and annual budgets as part of the annual business cycle.
• Provide monthly reports in accordance with departmental reporting requirements.
• Prepare Project close out and “lessons learnt” report.

Requirements Project Manager

• Minimum of a University 2nd Class Honours degree in an engineering or relevant technical discipline.
• Membership of a relevant Professional Institution preferred but not essential.
• Minimum of 25 years experience in project, engineering and construction management, with at least 15 years recently at project management level in the offshore upstream oil and gas industry.
• Participated at a management level in sub-sea and FPSO-related projects.
• Previous experience of working in Nigeria is preferred but not essential.
• Previous experience working internationally is a prerequisite.
• Managed multidiscipline teams of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Computer literate (including sound working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MSProject).

Technical:

• Ability to deliver quality projects safely with due regard to the environment, on time and within budget.
• In-depth understanding of Project Management systems and the application thereof.
• Ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high standard of consistency, accuracy and quality is essential.
• Sound understanding of the relevant engineering codes and standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to deal with a broad spectrum of cultural and organisational styles, as well as being able to lead a team.
• Ability to manage project interfaces both internally and externally with contractors and authorities.
• Sound understanding of HSES Management systems and the application thereof.
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex information into well structured and meaningful management reports and presentations.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Managerial:

• Exemplary communication and team building skills – well able to lead and gain the respect of both own team members and 3rd parties.
• Ability to improvise/prioritise with little notice without losing attention to detail.
• Proven track record of managing multicultural teams.
• Self starter, results-driven and focussed on delivery of quality products on time and within budget.
• Able to hold own ground when challenged but can present a balanced view in putting arguments forward.
• Comfortable working in a “workshop” oriented environment.

Behavioural:

• Self starter, results-driven and focussed on delivery of quality products on time and within budget.
• Able to hold own ground when challenged but can present a balanced view in putting arguments forward.
• Comfortable working in a “workshop” oriented environment.

Terms & Conditions Project Manager

• Contract position, renewable based on performance.
• Residential Position, 43 days of holidays
• Competitive package & salary
• Based in Lagos, Nigeria

Application Closing Date
4th April, 2013

Method of Application
Interested candidates should send:
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