Manager - Planning and cost control

a) Purpose (Why does the position exist, WITH what objectives and WITHIN what limits)\nThe primary function of the role is to provide leadership to the planning team and manage the planning & cost control of the assigned capital projects for the development of Offshore & Onshore oil & gas fields.\nThe position reports to COO and has the central responsibility is towards meeting the overall company objective of successfully monetising it’s oil & gas field and planning & monitoring all AWEL’s activities from drilling & completion of wells, engineering, procurement, construction, transportation, installation, hook-up and commissioning of surface facilities like offshore platforms, subsea pipelines etc. It is not limited only to the planning function but encompasses integration of all aspects of the project management including engineering, procurement, projects, construction, commissioning, drilling, HSE, logistics, Finance, QA/QC, , senior management reporting, etc.\nTo manage and supervise AWEL document control system.\nThis position is expected to exercise a high level of interaction within organisation and external parties (consultants, contractors, vendors etc) to understand complex planning & cost control issues. Liaisons are expected to by with Management within AWEL, various groups within AWEL organisation.\nAreas of Responsibility\nPrepare, review and update integrated project planning encompassing all activities from approvals, drilling, completion, development of surface facilities (platforms, pipelines etc), installation and commissioning\nDeveloping project master schedule, updating, monitoring and reviewing contractor construction schedules, submittals, material delivery, procurement logs and daily follow-up in addition to the necessary productivity measurement studies and associated corrective measures.\nAddressing all planning & cost control requirements on assigned projects.\nAddressing all progress monitoring functions on assigned projects\nContribute to the improvement of existing planning and progress monitoring systems\nEnsure project controls are established and maintained on all projects\nReview of contractor programmes in accordance with the contract\nProvide assessment of Extension of Time claims\nContribute to the programme sections of AWEL’s Monthly Reports\nEnsure all key issues are communicated effectively to Project managers\nCompile and maintain records of construction productivity data\nProvide contract administration support when required.\nAssist with the review Interim Payment Certificates\nProvide support for the establishment of project resource schedules\nManage and supervise AWEL’s document control system\nParticipating in contract administration & management.\nWork closely with senior management to develop strategic plans for growth\nWork closely with senior management to optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of operations\nKnowledge & Skills\nHands on experience in the planning software including MS Projects, Primavera, etc.\nGood overall technical knowledge of the upstream oil & gas industry for Offshore & Onshore area.\nHighly experienced in the planning & control activities of facilities for oil & gas upstream for Offshore & Onshore projects.\nGood leadership skills and ability to integrate various functions’ activities\nSelf-starter with high intellect and strategic thinking ability\nExcellent inter-personal & communication skills suitable for the corporate level and governmental liaisons, and a good ability to work with all groups in the organization.\nExposure to international methodologies involving pre-development assessment of oil & gas fields.\nThorough knowledge of prevalent national & international development methods for offshore & onshore fields.\nThorough understanding of national & international HSES system.\nProven leadership skills and good relationship abilities\nTeam player, self-reliance, Presentation skills\nAbility to work in multi-national environment\n\nEducation and Relevant Experience\nQualifications: Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in any engineering.\nMinimum of 12-15 years of planning & control experience of which at least 7 years in the role of Planning in large Engineering Consulting/ Oil & Gas companies.\nBusiness understanding: Oil & Gas fields development, project management, Statutory / environmental regulations requirements, national & international planning practices, etc.\nKnowledge: Field development, project engineering, drilling & completion, project execution, construction, offshore fabrication, installations, tendering practices, etc\nSkills: Understand project costing, interpersonal skills, communication skills, reporting & presentation skills, etc\nBusiness Understanding\nSound understanding of business processes and the impact of Quality Management in a business.