FPSO Project Delivery Manager Oil Gas

The FPSO Project Delivery Manager is accountable for the endtoend delivery of the FPSO scope; from the conception/define phase to the final Investment decision and through the execution phase of projects (engineering procurement fabrication transportation and offshore installation/commissioning activities) until handover to the operations team after first oil date. The roleholder is also to ensure the safe and timely redeployment of the FPSO in accordance with the agreed budget specifications legislation and HSE Policy whilst maintaining good and proactive communication with the operations team and Executive Board.

Ensuring effective contract performance visàvis schedule (time) cost and required quality forms a key accountability area for the project manager.

Department: Executive Project/Strategy Office

Location: Lagos & other business locations

Reporting Relationship

Internal Interface:

External Interface:

Reports to:

• GCEO & Executive Director

Other Internal Relationships:

• Board Members
• Subsidiaries’ Managing Directors
• General Managers
• Business Unit Heads/HODs
• Line Managers

• Regulatory Bodies and Agencies
• Media Agencies/Organisations
• Government and Government Agencies
• Contractors/Vendors
• Clients

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

Contract Management

• Ensure effective contract negotiation conformity and contractor performance management in order to deliver on both the client and business’ expectations.
• Identify and report deficiencies with the Contractor’s design work sequencing etc. that might either affect future performance of the vessel and/or delivery.
• Develop and implement the cost management and progress monitoring procedures for FPSO projects for proper tracking.
• Drive the development and implementation of a standard project operating schedule and cost progress reporting across the projects’ portfolio while streamlining the expected project services in line with expectations.

Project Execution

• Oversee all interfaces with and within the FPSO scope of activities to ensure timely delivery of project.
• Manage a team of engineers/vendors to provide support to the FPSO contractor’s activities and to ensure compliance with relevant standards specifications and regulations.
• Apply the principles of the ‘Vendor Led Solution’ charter – enabling the Vendors to succeed and deliver the targeted objectives within the schedule and budget.
• Enhance the project organisation capabilities to drive efficiency gains.
• Lead and manage frontend execution planning activities that are linked with new projects to ensure the seamless project kickoff.

Stakeholder Management

• Identify and manage all key interfaces and all associated issues in a timely manner and ensure these are clearly communicated with other members of Project Management Team.
• Identify noncontracted stakeholders associated with the FPSO scope and maintain dialogue with them throughout the design and construction phase.
• Establish positive working relationships with all main Contractors SubContractors and Vendors to facilitate the required project activities and contribute to the success of the project.

Regulatory/Compliance/Health & Safety Management

• Take a lead in health safety and environmental performance for all FPSO project delivery activities.
• Ensure all necessary regulatory activities are progressed and finalised for the FPSO.
• Ensure strict compliance to project management guidelines as well as project services industry practices.

Project Risks Management

• Apply strict control over any proposed changes and procedure.
• Identify control and manage all risks associated to the successful delivery of FPSO project activities.

Requirements

Experience

Requirements:

• Relevant Engineering degree and 10 years’ experience in Oil & Gas including substantial roles and time working for an operator.
• Proven track record of delivery in these areas (FPSOs Contractor Project Management) through highly skilled management technical and behavioral skills.
• Experience across Onshore & Offshore projects: Refining Petrochemicals LNG Onshore upstream facilities Power Infrastructure FLNG FPSO and Gas & Oil Offshore facilities subsea wells and module fabrication yards.
• The ideal candidate is expected to be an expert in managing complexity developing projects and people and in making informed decisions based on industry experience and discretion to deliver successful outcomes.
• Understanding of the full project life cycle including execution across the FPSO spectrum is important for success on this role.

Educational

• Degree or relevant qualification/s in Chemical / Mechanical /Petroleum Engineering/Naval Architecture /Refinery/O&G preferably with a Marine background. Alternatively any other relevant educational background.

Professional Qualifications

• Master Mariner PMP Certified OIM (could be helpful but not mandatory)

Skills

Competencies

• Indepth understanding of FPSO topside mooring analysis

• Dock Yard Fabrication & integration management experience