Project Manager (iMOM)

Job description / Role

Saudi Aramco’s Downstream business line is responsible for the Company’s downstream operations including Domestic Refining & NGL Fractionation (DR&NGLF) which oversees the operations of the Company’s wholly owned and JV refineries and NGL fractionation plants. The candidate will be working under the newly-established Capital Efficiency Division (CED) which reports directly to the Executive Director (VP Level) of DR&NGLF. This division handles all capital projects from $20M up to $100MM in existing facilities. The CED initiates, plans and executes with plant personnel all capital projects (new, revamp, debottlenecks, repairs or replacement). In addition, CED supports all current and future capital projects of all sizes. Another critical function of CED is evaluating growth and profitability improvements’ initiatives in alignment with corporate strategic objectives.

The Project Manager will be responsible for the coordination, planning and execution of the iMOM project(s) in Domestic Refining & NGL Fractionation facilities. The successful candidate will work throughout project life cycle with engineering companies, corporate organizations, operating facilities and vendors/contractors to achieve the projects’ objectives.

Specific functions to be performed include:

As a representative of DR&NGLF, work closely with the engineering contractors to manage engineering, design, procurement, estimating, cost, schedule etc.
Develop and manage Project Execution Plan (PEP) for all type of projects.
Lead the development of project constructability studies
Arrange and sponsor VIPs (Value Improving Practices) applications such as technology selection, facility optimization, value engineering, energy optimization etc.
Identify, plan and manage project resources like manpower, equipment, material etc.
Manage the development of material purchase requisitions
Develop contracting and procurement strategies
Prepare with stakeholders for value assurance reviews and gate approvals
Prepare Invitation to Bidders (ITB) for FEED and execution contracts.
Participate into the technical and commercial evaluation of contract bids
Identify, manage and control project risks
Provide and evaluate data for project benchmarking internally or externally.
Monitor, control and report projects performance and present to management and stakeholders

Faithful+Gould is one of the world’s leading consultancies providing integrated project and programme management services for construction and engineering projects, with a turnover in excess of £200 million.

Worldwide Faithful+Gould has access to over 2,500 consultants, of whom 500+ are located in the Middle East across six offices. We have successfully delivered commercial advice and management support for over 65 years to clients in Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, UK, and North America. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Atkins Group, the design and engineering company.

Active in the Middle East for 18 years, Faithful+Gould combines in-depth knowledge of the region with the ability to draw on our global resource and constructive expertise, to deliver the most challenging of projects. With registered companies in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, this makes us one of the strongest international construction consultancies in the region.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Electrical or industrial engineering.
Minimum of 10-15 years project management experience in new or existing refinery, NGL or petrochemical plants.
Experienced on iMOM projects.
Experienced in working with and supervising engineering and construction firms
Familiar and acquainted with project estimating, scheduling, cost and risk management.
Should have worked in or with an operating facility for at least three years and familiar with live hydrocarbon plants’ safety and execution requirements.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is plus.
Working on revamp/debottlenecks or shutdown/turnaround is plus.
Must be willing to travel kingdom-wide and commute to job locations in areas other than residence due to business function domain.
Should have and demonstrate effective skills in interaction, communication, negotiation, and managing conflicts and disputes

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer an excellent package which includes:

A competitive salary;
Accommodation allowance;
Transportation allowance;
22 calendar days annual leave;
Medical and life insurance cover;
Company gratuity scheme;
Discretionary bonus scheme;
Annual flight allowance to point of origin;
Employee Well-Being Programme – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants.

Apply and the Process:

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our F+G business.

About the Company

Atkins is one of the leading providers of professional, technology based consultancy and support services to the industry, commerce and governments in all of the worlds major economies. With over 17,000 staff operating in Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas, Atkins has a broad range of skills and resources and provides Clients with a comprehensive service throughout the entire life cycle of the projects in the built environment.

We aim to be the international first choice supplier of technical and integrated services. Shaped by our customers' needs, our vision is to:

• focus on quality
• seek world class design and excellence
• strive to add value
• be flexible to the evolving needs of a changing society

Atkins first carried out design and supervision commissions in the Gulf area in 1967. From its regional head office in Dubai, U.A.E. Atkins Middle East now employs over 2000 staff located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Oman (Muscat ), Qatar (Doha) Bahrain (Manama), Kuwait (Kuwait City) and India (Bangalore).