Project Lead - FGPU Conversion (Gas) at FIRST E&P Limited

FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited (FIRST E&P) is a Nigerian oil and gas company that was established in 2011. It started formal business operations on the 1st of July, 2012. FIRST E&P is a deeply technical, commercial and entrepreneurial organization, with full delivery capability across the entire upstream oil and gas value chain.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Lead - FGPU Conversion (Gas)

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Description

• FIRST E&P is in the concept phase of its gas development and commercialization programme.
• The gas master plan involves associated and non-associated gas gathering, upgrade of an existing offshore FPSO for gas handling capability, gas treatment and pipeline installation to connect the gas to the domestic and export market.
• The Project Lead Floating Gas Processing Unit (FGPU) Conversion (PLFC) will be responsible for the delivery of the modifications and upgrade required for the conversion of an identified FPSO to an FGPU consistent with the scope requirements of the Integrated Gas Monetization Project.
• The current concept comprises the procurement, conversion and installation of an FGPU to process and export a minimum of 300 MMscfd of gas conditioned to supply a Floating LNG (FLNG) unit.
• The PLFC will have overall responsibility for delivering these elements of the project on schedule and within agreed budget from the pre-FEED stage through FEED, detailed engineering, installation and commissioning.
• Operate in a functional organisation coordinating with the Engineering team, PMC team and Contracts & Procurement (C&P) team to deliver the FGPU for the integrated gas monetization project.
• Work with C&P team to develop an appropriate contracting strategy for the FEED and EPC for the FGPU.
• Work with the Engineering Lead to carry out required pre-FEED assessments and studies to define the scope of the conversion and to specify the basis of design for the FEED.
• Key interface with the FLNG operator to align conversion scope with the requirements for the FLNG gas supply.
• Manage FEED contractor and equipment vendors (OEMs) to deliver FEED in order to enable FID and 2023.
• Work with the vessel owner, the EPC contractor and relevant OEMs to deliver the FGPU conversion to the
• Agreed schedule and budget and to ensure the appropriate quality.
• Work as part of an integrated project team reporting to the Project Delivery Manger and specifically coordinating with the Project Lead for Pipelines/SURF and the FLNG Operator to deliver the Gas monetization project.
• Provide HAS and ESG leadership and awareness to team members and contractors and embedding HSE and ESG principles in the project from the onset, consistent with FIRST E&P’s goals and targets.
• Work with the PMC to develop Management Information systems that ensure regular updates on key aspects of the project, in particular costs and schedules, highlighting potential risks and issues that may require intervention.
• Work through relevant support functions to secure all needed statutory approvals for FGPU vessel, ensuring that all aspects of the project are carried out in compliance with the governing law and company guidelines.
• Work with Operations Readiness Lead to commission the elements of the project and closeout the project.

Requirements

• A good University Degree in any of the relevant engineering fields.
• Minimum of 20 years experience in oil and gas facilities engineering of which at least 10 years must include vessel conversion project experience.
• Proven experience in the management of major engineering and procurement projects.
• Must have strong knowledge of offshore projects and specifically vessel conversion projects.
• Competent knowledge and experience in contract strategy development and major EPC contract implementation and execution.
• Knowledge of the market place and its impact on project execution strategies.
• Construction/Installation experience would be beneficial

Benefits

•  A willingness to co-locate with the construction and installation teams onsite during the conversion work.
• Good interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Understanding of various interfacing disciplines – core and supporting, that are required for successful project execution.
• Understanding of project reporting requirements of various stakeholders, and ability to fulfil these requirements.
• Ability to identify project risks in a timely manner and develop suitable management strategies.
• Ability to develop and work with project plans and schedules, including associated cost profiles.
• Understanding and prioritization of HSE and ESG requirements.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.