Construction Manager

Job Description

On behalf of An Oil and Gas company Petroplan are looking for a Construction Manager based in Algeria on a permanent basis on an 8/2 rotation.Responsibilities:As the Construction Manager you will :

1. Support the proposal efforts through :

• Developing winning Construction and Commissioning Strategies and plans which support the overall project goals
• Understanding the competitive environment in Construction services
• Working effectively with internal engineering and support groups, customers, suppliers and contractors
• Assisting the Project Controls group in developing realistic schedules for construction activities

1. Support the Project Efforts through:

• Providing construction input to the project throughout the engineering phase
• Developing the project construction strategy, execution planning and contracting strategy
• Developing installation sequencing, schedule timings and resource requirements
• Preparing project specific site procedures and work practices as required
• Assisting with construction feasibility and method studies
• Supporting development of the project logistic strategy relevant to heavy and out of gauge equipment/modules
• Leading coordination of development of heavy lifting/installation studies including out of gauge equipment/modules
• Owning input to the Constructability of a plant, including use of the constructability checklist to identify critical execution issues
• Maintain the necessary training/qualification records for self and team to ensure quality assurance requirements are met

1. Supporting the field commissioning activities through :

• Support field transition from construction to commissioning and ensure contractor management is being controlled during this phase
• Support the planning of contractor activities at site particularly in the phase transition between construction and commissioning

1. Administrative functions include:

• Management of Safety Statistics, and leading efforts for improved safety culture and performance based on these.
• Ensuring companies methodologies around Site Changes are followed and managed
• Taking overall responsibility for the success of construction sites under your control, defined as meeting Project requirements on Safety, Cost, Schedule and Quality. This includes carrying out audit and control checks on site, and giving site based training on critical safety aspects related to Cryogenic Air Separation to both AP and contractor staff.
• Driving consistency and improvement of work processes for the Construction team
• Supporting Site Earned Value tracking

Qualifications and Experience:

• Demonstrable experience as a Construction Manager - at least 15 years of experience.
• Ideally, degree qualified or with Technically qualified / time served trades person with trade registrations / vocational qualifications.
• Demonstrable experience of managing large site teams
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation, codes and standards with the ability to manage contractors.
• Recent on-shore Petrochemical and Oil & Gas experience. Desirable experience on ASU Plants
• Computer literate (MS Office components)
• Use of and familiarity with process and safety tools such as P&IDs and HAZOPs.
• Understanding of typical design datasheet/drawings and familiar with General design/construction standards in Mechanical /E&I field which can be related to those generated by Air Products.
• Proven Construction Safety experience and knowledge, covering key areas such as Lifting and Cranage, working at heights and Fall Arrest, Confined Space entry, Hot Work, Oxygen cleaning and inspection, pneumatic pressure testing
• Change Management processes and implementation
• Project costing skills for evaluation and managing constructability
• Project planning skills
• Management or supervisory experience
• Construction control systems
• Demonstrable Self Starter attributes.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels both within and outside of the organisation.
• An experienced leader and developer of teams, with a proven ability to lead, engage and motivate the team.
• Strong Safety background
• A minimum of 10 years site construction experience in a site leadership role
• Construction Contracting experience / Contract Management.
• Experience of turnkey construction scope including installation of equipment and packages, interconnecting pipework and instrument / electrical cable, infrastructure/utilities scope, tie ins, pipeline networks.
• Experience in project definition stage constructability work
• Experience with Completions Systems (desirable - Go Completions)
• Experience with Advanced Work Packs Methodology
• Ability to perform and maintain deadlines under pressure
• Positive can do attitude & strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills. Excellent English (spoken and written);
• French speaking an advantage

About PetroplanPetroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. Whats more, we understand that different things are important to different people in todays world of work - its about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what youre looking for from your next role.

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