Assistant Chief Manager / Chief Manager - Projects

What are we looking for

We are seeking a seasoned Assistant Chief Manager / Chief Manager - Projects to lead multi-disciplinary engineering and Project Management Teams (PMT) for the successful execution of Green Hydrogen projects. From the initial FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) phase through to plant start-up and client handover, you will ensure projects are delivered within predefined schedules and cost budgets. You'll act as a crucial interface, fostering collaboration among all stakeholders and supporting the development of a talented team.

Key Result Areas:

• Lead a multi-disciplinary (in-house or Engineering subcontractor's) engineering & PMT team for successful execution of a Green Hydrogen project (FEED to Plant start-up & client handover) within predefined schedule and cost budget.
• Work in tandem with the Project Manager, acting as a primary interface point between John Cockerill (JCH2) execution team, technology team, local partner, vendors, Engineering subcontractors, and client for seamless flow of information and on-time technical resolutions.
• Act as a key stakeholder for developing and maintaining a vibrant and productive working environment while leading a diverse team of talented professionals.
• Be responsible for supporting and mentoring Technical Project Managers (TPMs) and Project Engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the technical point of contact with the customer and other internal & external stakeholders of the project.
• Lead the in-house engineering teams located at various John Cockerill global engineering centers.
• Coordinate with Technical teams of client / PMC / Vendors / Subcontractors etc.
• Finalize the requirements of applicable local, international, and regional rules & regulations.
• Finalize the list of applicable codes and standards to be followed for the FEED & Detail engineering phase of the project.
• Define requirements for engineering software, tools, and methods for completion of engineering.
• Define the engineering scope split between in-house engineering teams and external engineering subcontractors as applicable.
• Define the list of documents to be submitted for PMC/Client approval.
• Finalize the list of packages, equipment, etc., falling on critical milestones and prepare a schedule for their ordering.
• Finalize the list of vendor documents for each package/equipment required in Information and approval category.
• Lead and organize HAZOP/SIL and other safety studies sessions for the projects.
• Lead and organize Model reviews of the project.
• Carry out risk and opportunity analysis.
• Conduct value engineering and lesson learned sessions and ensure that relevant insights are incorporated and implemented in the project.
• Provide relevant input to the PMT team to facilitate optimum contract, Finance, Billing, cash flow, change, and schedule management of the project.
• Manage vendors on the technical aspect of the project.
• Coordinate and plan operations entrusted to each stakeholder (internal or external), ensuring compliance with specifications, client constraints, and procedures (ISO 9000, ISO 14000, ISO 45001, VCA, etc.).
• Participate in the structuring activities of engineering, including drafting procedures and reference technical specifications.
• Maintain up-to-date reference material used in consultations and requests for quotations.
• Be responsible for certain actions defined in the regional teams structuring roadmap.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Graduate in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering from a reputed university. Post-graduation will be an added advantage.
• Experience: 10 to 15 years experience in a large engineering / project / process / heavy engineering industry with an exposure to a Multinational environment.
• Good process background and be able to read and interpret P&ID etc.
• Must have handled project engineering management of medium/large size EPC projects in oil & gas/energy/Heavy engineering sectors.
• Basic idea of CAD - 2D-AutoCAD, 3D Modelling, Caesar II (Pipe Stress Analysis) and other relevant engineering software.

Background, Skills, and Competencies:

• Identification and management of technical risks.
• Solution-oriented with a high capacity to collaborate with all types of profiles.
• Compliance with the internal quality management system.
• Compliance with norms, internal standards, as well as specific customer requirements.
• Autonomous profile, able to take initiative, and work in a team with multiple interfaces related to various areas of expertise.
• Able to handle a variable workload (some very busy periods with multiple projects in parallel).
• Proactivity in the implementation of technical continuous improvement processes, based on feedback.
• Good exposure and understanding of PESO norms.
• Knowledge of International Standards such as ASME / EN/ DIN /JIS along with alternate materials.
• Should have managed the complete process of Engineering Change Management.
• Fluency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of French is an added advantage.

Skills Required
3d Modelling, French, Quality Management System, Chemical Engineering, Change Management