What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Controls Manager position at Hanwha Ocean?
Hanwha Ocean is embarking on a journey to transition from a traditional shipbuilder to an Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solution provider, offering products such as FPSO, FLNG, Offshore Renewables and other Floating Production Units.
The Offshore Business Division recently expanded its global footprint by establishing a new Global Business Centers in North America and Europe with the intention of becoming a project-centric and client-driven business organization. This transformation aims to offer enhanced project execution and knowledge-driven operational models by bridging the upstream culture of three continents across Asia, Europe, and America.
Summary
The Project Controls Manager (PCM) plays a crucial role in overseeing and implementing project controls activities, including cost management, planning and scheduling, progress monitoring, risk evaluation, change management, and reporting. These activities are conducted in accordance with both contractual obligations and internal standards throughout all stages of the project. The PCM is tasked with providing regular updates on project status, emphasizing key performance indicators, and delivering estimates and forecasts for the remaining project duration. Additionally, the PCM identifies potential risks and opportunities, supplying the Project Team with vital information to ensure effective project management and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
Accountabilities
- Coordinate and support the development of Project Controls policies, procedures, systems & tools.
- Ensure OBU Project Controls standards, policies, and procedures are adhered to on all OBU projects.
- Accountable for the management of all planning and scheduling efforts for all projects including bid proposals, Pre-FEED/FEED, and EPC.
- Accountable for the management of all cost control efforts including change management for all projects including bid proposals, Pre-FEED/FEED, and EPC.
- Coordinate and support the development of business units / department budgets and develop consistent budget templates for presentation to OBU senior management.
- Work with Estimating and Commercial team to interpret cost estimates into pricing for proposals.
- Accountable for the development of project contingencies, work closely with Risk Manager in interpreting risks identified for the development of contingencies.
- Support the Contracts Managers in adherence to contract T&Cs relating to cost and schedule issues at each project location.
- Coordinate with corporate Finance and Accounting ensuring project costs are appropriately accounted for.
- Work with Procurement/Supply Chain in development of RFQs, evaluation of quotations relating to cost and schedule.
- Accountable for all progress reporting, weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly for projects.
- Work closely with yard Project Controls Managers in their efforts to manage projects (reporting, resources, training, etc.)
- Continuously improve Projects Controls policies, procedures, systems, and tools.
- Prepare and report KPIs for tendering and projects.
- Manage the project progress reporting dashboard ensuring data are accurate and timely.
- Establish the Project Controls Plan in accordance with the contract & Project Execution Plan (PEP) and communicate it with the relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure efficient resource management by optimizing allocation and clearly defining each individual’s role and responsibility within the actual project.
- Ensure that all Project Controls functions are properly set up, the budget is seamlessly transferred from the WIN phase to project phase, WBS structures are established with booking/task codes in line with the contract and PEP, and project planning, progress measurement systems, as well as internal and external reporting including KPIs, are effectively implemented.
- Ensure progress on the 90-day start-up plan during the initial project setup phase to establish the Control Baseline
- Establish a project baseline schedule aligned with contract milestones and deliverables, ensuring it gains stakeholders’ approval.
Qualifications and Experience
- 15 years of experience in oil and gas industry within the Project Controls function.
- 5 years of leadership experience, preferably as a Project Controls Manager.
- Experience of major offshore project execution.
- Experience in the FPSO/FSO/FLNG sector highly desired.
- Experience in Project Controls of EPCI projects including work at the yard.
- Technical education at Bachelor level, Masters preferred.
- Proficient in common computer applications with proficient MS Excel skills and Primavera P6 software.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written English in report writing, presentations, diplomacy and assertiveness is demanded.
- Ability to independently prioritize tasks.
- Ability to be pro-active and able to work and communicate with all team members and clients in achievement of the above responsibilities.
- Knowledge of industry standard Project Controls best practices, AACE standards.
Diversity and Inclusion
Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.
Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.