Description
The project involved is the construction of two sub-sea 550-kilometer (341-mile) pipelines running from Nigeria’s oil and gas-producing Niger River delta region to the commercial hub of Lagos. The dual pipeline – a total 1100 km of submarine pipeline of 36″ diameter will handle 3 billion standard cubic feet of gas per day.
Basic Requirements
A good university degree in engineering
A minimum of 15 years experience in oil and gas facilities, pipeline engineering and project management.
Track record in the planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and operation of an offshore oil/gas pipeline (plus associated risers, platforms, end facilities etc) in water depth of not less than fifty (50) meters
Ability to develop and work with project plans and schedules including associated cost profiles
Understanding of project reporting requirements of various stakeholders and ability to generate the same
Expertise in applying for and securing licenses and permits for the construction and operation of a gas pipeline and associated facilities
Excellent technical and communication skills with a strong emphasis on teamwork
Fluency in written and spoken English language
Roles and Specific Responsibilities
Develop an overall plan for the delivery of all aspects of the pipelines infrastructure and facilities project and secure Management approval of the same
Drive the planning and delivery of the full project scope – 2 x 36” x 550 km offshore gas gathering pipeline system, complete with end facilities, riser platforms, gas reception facilities etc, to deliver 3 bmscfd of gas
Develop and secure approval for all procedures required to manage and govern project activities, including Environmental, Safety, Health and Security aspects
Plan and manage the contracting and procurement process to ensure that all required contract packages are in place when required and materials are delivered on time
Identify and secure all resources required for successful project delivery
Deliver the technical elements of the pipeline infrastructure and facilities project required to realize the value of the business opportunity, on schedule, within budget, and to the right quality.
Manage key stakeholders on whom project success depends; draw on resources within or outside the company as necessary.
Establish and implement a robust Change Management process that is consistent with the company’s Change Management procedure
Constitute and manage the project team, including resources that may be seconded from support functions
Maintain a risk register and actively manage identified risks to protect investment value
Manage the activities and performance of the contractors and subcontractors through effective supervision and guidance, ensuring that technical queries are resolved without delay
Through effective daily, weekly and monthly progress reviews and reporting, keep Management informed of the status of key aspects of the project, highlighting any issues that may require intervention at senior/executive levels
Work through support functions to secure all required statutory approvals, ensuring that all aspects of the project are carried out in compliance with the law and company guidelines
Hand over the successfully completed and commissioned project to the appropriate Operations Manager(s), with relevant documentation and, where relevant, initial operating spares
Close out all aspects of the project upon completion (or interim completion) in line with company process
Key Focus Areas
Proven experience in the following areas:
Health, Safety and Environment MS implementation and management through all the project phases
Development and management of project plans and schedules, including associated cost profiles
Procurement and Contracting Skills
Knowledge of the marketplace and impact of same on project execution strategies
Understanding of project reporting requirements of various stakeholders and ability to generate the same
Working knowledge of industry based project management methodologies and systems
Ability to work with professionals of various parentage (company, contractor, etc.) and level to deliver project objectives
Government Regulations as applicable
Gas Sales and Purchase Contracts
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