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THE ROLE:

You will have responsibility for project communications and full responsibility for the management of internal engineering activities with minimal supervision/guidance in coordination with the engineering management team. This position requires significant and detailed understanding of project financial analyses, resource allocation, change order management, and scheduling. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The project manager is responsible for managing budgets, cost expenditure, project scope, and schedule to ensure contract requirements are met:  

• Manage projects from conception to completion  
• Be the key communication link to the Project Speedbird partners 
• Professionally manage communication and problem resolutions 
• Direct internal project resources, coordinate meetings, and produce project reports 
• Ensure project documentation and deliverables meet client specifications 
• Accurately forecast project duration and resource and cost requirements 
• Manage and review change order impacts on project budget and schedules 
• Initiate and manage subcontracted projects for engineering, fabrication of piping, structural steel and vessels, and other services such as painting, insulation and E&I work 
• Ensure fabricated equipment meets client specifications and regulatory requirements 
• Occasional travel to partners, client and vendor facilities as required for meetings, project reviews, equipment inspections and client support 
• Proactively support continuous improvement processes by developing and recommending changes 
• Prioritize, organise and effectively manage project team’s work 
• Assist business development, engineering, and other teams with technical recommendations 

EXPERIENCE, PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES, & QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or comparable engineering discipline 
• Demonstrable experience of effectively managing multi-disciplinary internal and external delivery 
• 5+ years of project management experience 
• Site selection experience desirable (planning permissions, logistics, utilities etc)
• Skilled in MS Office suite particularly excel and MS Project 
• Proven experience managing multi million-dollar construction or manufacturing projects 
• Proven experience in managing and evaluating equipment suppliers, engineering firms, and subcontractors to ensure project schedule, budget, and quality requirements are met 
• Experience with quality control protocols throughout project execution 
• Ability to apply engineering fundamentals and industry best practices to solve problems 
• Ability to demonstrate effective coordination, planning and organizational skills 
• A critical thinker with a high degree of emotional intelligence that builds credibility and respect. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate, engage and lead multi-talented teams across our business.  
• You will naturally lead from the front, using your experience and knowledge to engage and deliver success   
• You will be a skilled negotiator with the ability to build seamless relationships to drive maximum impact 
• You will be self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, work independently and in a team environment 

THE ROLE:

This role is a critical position in the delivery and execution of NPT’s programmes – Centre of Excellence, REFNOVA and Project Speedbird.  The Project Engineer works within the Programmes team and will coordinate all activities, tasks, and resources related to a specific project. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Prepares projects plans and multi-discipline documents; schedules, coordinates, and monitors the project to ensure successful delivery. 
• Monitors compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications. 
• Interacts daily with the projects team to interpret their needs and requirements and represent them in the field. 
• Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, team’s performance) and report regularly on project status. 
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies. 
• Manages 3rd party sub-contractors and construction teams on-site. 
• Works with and communicates effectively with the Project Manager and other stakeholders to provide assistance and technical support. 
• Reviews engineering deliverables, understands, and works to quality systems; monitors and acts on deficiencies. 
• Ensures that Health, Safety, and Environmental issues are identified and addressed in design, manufacture, construction, commissioning, and operations. 

EXPERIENCE, PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES, & QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications and Experience: 

• A degree level qualification or recognised qualification in an Engineering discipline – chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or similar. 
• Chartered Engineer and member of recognised institution – preferred. 
• Strong technical understanding and proven experience of process plant in renewables, oil & gas, petrochemicals or similar. 
• Site selection, planning permission, Permitting, utilities supply and logistics experience – desirable 
• Understanding of CDM regulations and requirements desirable 
• Installation of pilot scale plant and/or full EPC projects – highly desirable 

 Competencies and Personal Attributes: 

• Proficient with MS Project or other project management software and Navisworks – preferred. 
• Experience in the delivery of CAPEX projects is essential. 
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work under tight deadlines, attention to detail, and a results-oriented mindset. 
• A can-do, team-player attitude, and a willingness to learn and adapt. 
• Able to collaborate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers; Participate in project meetings and resolve technical issues. 
• Ability to plan individual work activities and time management; collaborates with other disciplines to ensure timely delivery of information. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities. 
• Knowledge of safety protocols and industry best practices. 
• Prepares projects plans and multi-discipline documents; schedules, coordinates, and monitors the project to ensure successful delivery. 
• Monitors compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications. 
• Interacts daily with the projects team to interpret their needs and requirements and represent them in the field. 
• Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, team’s performance) and report regularly on project status. 
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies. 
• Manages 3rd party sub-contractors and construction teams on-site. 
• Works with and communicates effectively with the Project Manager and other stakeholders to provide assistance and technical support. 
• Reviews engineering deliverables, understands, and works to quality systems; monitors and acts on deficiencies. 
• Ensures that Health, Safety, and Environmental issues are identified and addressed in design, manufacture, construction, commissioning, and operations. 

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