Head of Planning
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Job Purpose | * Assure the most effective method of performance for project controls specifically project planning / scheduling management including schedule analysis (schedule risk, critical / sub-critical activities, schedule variance) through timely execution of key activities and compliance with standardised processes.
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Key Accountabilities (Duties include but not limited to) | 1. Implement management and technical direction for all facets of the Planning / Scheduling function (schedule development, schedule risk, schedule analysis, schedule reporting, resources, productivity, schedule impact assessment, schedule management) by establishing a set of project control planning / schedule procedures, guidelines, and flow charts to suit project requirements and needs to support management decision making process. 2. Manage project planning / scheduling team, coordinate input from PMT functions such as engineering, procurement, construction, completion/commissioning, interface etc. Supervise all planning, and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, analysis, and schedule recommendations for improvement. 3. Ensure effective project planning / scheduling measures are executed by the contractors and subcontractors' organizations. 4. Manage the preparation of project controls Gates deliverables specially planning / scheduling deliverables in line with Company Project Management System. 5. Ensure effective implementation and updating the Project Planning / Scheduling procedure. 6. Coordinate the collecting, consolidating, analysing, and reporting, control trend and progress measurement information to ensure overall project status is assessed and potential problem areas identified. Conduct schedule delay / impact analysis, review of schedule recovery plans, including evaluation of additional resources required to affect such plans. 7. Implement project changes, ensure schedule impacts are assessed and reflected & considered; ensure incorporation of approved changes impact into overall schedule stewardship and reporting. 8. Evaluate contractor's performance and progress in areas of project controls (planning / scheduling) assessing any discrepancies and reverting to contractor for clarifications/corrections. Identify and ensure appropriate planning systems, fully integrated and appropriate for the project. 9. Provide an interface between Division Manager and EPC contractor with respect to project controls (planning / scheduling) and reporting. |
Reporting and Relationships |
* The position reports to the Project Controls Division Manager-Shared Resources.
Internal * Frequent interaction within NFS Onshore Project organisation. * Regular interaction with Execution Planning and Services (EP&S), other PMTs, and other support departments
External * Regular contact with stakeholders, EPC/FEED contractors, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and 3rd party service providers.
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Job Context & Major Challenge(s) | * Requires to (1) understand the key project drivers, define roles and responsibilities, develop communication protocols, identify, develop & implement project procedures for planning, scheduling, reporting, management of change and identification of risks & issues across projects; (2) identify elements of project design, procurement and construction likely to give rise to disputes and claims, communicate and influence across the organization in QatarEnergy LNG and/or with contractors in a multi-cultural environment to ensure delivery of project within the agreed timeframe. * Major challenges are (1) completing detailed assessments of project planning / scheduling, recovery / rectification plans in short deadlines and a high-pressure environment and (2) developing and sustaining relationships with EPC contractor Project Controls Planning team throughout project execution to ensure Company is provided with timely and the best available information to aid decision making.
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Technical and Business Skills
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Qualifications |
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or business administration.
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Knowledge and/or Experience | * 12 years' experience in a major project environment within the oil and gas industry, with exposure in project controls specifically planning / scheduling management with 5 years supervisory experience. * Experience with EPC Contractors, Sub-contractors and Vendors involved in the oil and gas industry. | ||||||||||||||
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Generic Accountabilities - All
Financial Dimension | As defined for this job level in the Delegation of Authority and/or approved budget. |
Safety Health & Environment | Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Company Safety, Health and Environment and Quality policies, regulations and standards. |
Qatarization Program | Contribute to the development of Qatari employees. This accountability is a condition of employment for expatriate employees. |
Firewall Compliance | Ensure all activities undertaken comply with anti - trust and competition laws and the Company firewall policies and procedures. |
Technical and Business Skills |
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Operating Environment, Framework & Boundaries |
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Problem Solving & Complexity |
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Equal Opportunities:
First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.