Design Supervisor at WorleyParsons

WorleyParsons has had a presence in Africa since the 1970's when Parsons E&C established their offices in Cairo, Egypt. Since that time the company has continued to spread across the continent and in 2003 a joint venture was established in Lagos, Nigeria to form DeltaAfrik Engineering Ltd. Over the past five years, WorleyParsons has executed more than 100 projects in over 15 countries. In 2003 a joint venture was established in Lagos, Nigeria to form DeltaAfrik Engineering Ltd. Worley Parsons has the skills and technologies to address all challenges, from small brownfield services contracts to mega greenfield projects. Our service capability covers the entire asset lifecycle: from identifying the opportunity to the operating phase.

WorleyParsons extensive experience ensures that we provide project solutions with the lowest total lifecycle cost while meeting each customer's specific requirements. Our services go beyond new developments, to supporting operating assets through delivering brownfields projects which maintain asset integrity and improve business performance. By treating asset services as a specific business stream, WorleyParsons provides systems and work processes to deliver these projects effectively.

WorleyParsons is recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Design Supervisor

Ref No: LAG000F
Location: NGA-Lagos
Reporting Manager Title: Engineering Manager

Job Description

• Defines discipline design organization and participation on a project, including execution of discipline work involving design approach, schedules, standards, budgets, and procedures to meet customer scope of work requirements.
• Makes staffing assignments and monitors productivity and the technical proficiency of the assigned personnel. Reviews work produced to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and procedures are followed, and that quality is acceptable. Provides training and development, conducts performance evaluations, takes corrective action as necessary. May make recommendations for salary increases and/or promotions.
• Advises Engineering and Project management regarding any problem areas, staffing requirements, progress slippage, scope changes, budget overruns, or other events which could negatively affect project completion and/or profitability.
• Provides design direction, making decisions and/or obtaining technical staff assistance when necessary. Recommends design methods and equipment use for discipline standards. Responsible for the progress and quality of drawings produced by those supervised.
• Ensures that checking is performed in accordance with discipline checking policy and procedure.
• Coordinates discipline design work with project staff and other engineering disciplines.
• Initiates and/or reviews change order requests for additions, deletions, or changes to the original scope of work.

Requirement

• BS degree or completion of technical courses with 10+ years of relevant experience, including supervisory or lead position experience.
• Typically fifteen (15) years progressively responsible discipline related design experience;
• Senior level supervisory design position responsible for supervising teams as well as performing difficult and complex work assignments involving independent judgment to determine a course of action consistent with established functional and organization's policies and goals. Strong understanding of basic engineering and/or design/drafting concepts. Has general understanding of other disciplines' roles in the design process. Able to complete tasks in accordance with project procedures and recognized codes and standards. Able to discuss routine technical problems and communicate effectively with immediate supervisor and other project personnel.
• Able to utilize advanced PC, 2D CAD, and 3D CAD tools (if applicable), and other applicable hardware and software to perform duties. Understand and oversee advanced design as well as providing technical direction and training. Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is critical.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills as well as the ability to effectively communicate and take a leadership role over the group for which they have supervisory responsibilities. Commitment to customer service and ability to assist others in applying knowledge and understanding in solving functional problems within area of expertise. Ability to maintain confidential information critical.
• General attributes required of all WorleyParsons employees involved in leadership include: Zero Harm, Action Orientation, Building Effective Business Relationships, Commitment, Customer Focus, Dealing with Change, Drive for Results, Integrity and Trust, and Leadership Skills including Strategic Ability, Managing Vision & Purpose, Command Skills, and Global Business Knowledge.
• Willingness to travel or to accept field assignments preferred. Ability to work effectively in teams.

Application Closing Date
23rd October, 2014

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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