Director of Engineering and Asset Management

Description

• Review, validate and update with project teams the project risk register and ensure risks are being properly mitigated by risk owners.
• Review and monitor project cost and that cost control principles are applied on the project.
• Initiate and organize key project reviews and ensure all Divisional & Global reviews are implemented and complete per VPM methodology
• Review and validate project forecasts of Time (In-service date) and Cost (EAC).
• Ensure engineering development of projects adheres with Vopak Standards and recognized industry practices.
• Review and validate physical progress measurement is adequate to monitor project progress.
• Ensure Weekly/Monthly reporting is prepared according to Vopak principles of transparency and integrity and issued on time to all stakeholders.
• Works closely together with Vopak Global Engineering
• Review and ensure Schedules are developed properly with the right level of task details and sequencing at each stage of the project from FEL to Execution.
• Provide solutions to keep projects on-track
• Expert - Support and provide advice during development of the conceptual design, functional requirements and Basis of Design (BoD) in close coordination with Project Team
• Review and validate project’s cost estimates achieve Estimate class per ICEAA.
• Ensure projects maintain a Decision log
• Ensure CBS and WBS are used consistently across all projects, cost estimates, schedules, progress measurement and scope documents.
• Support project owner identifying project technical staffing requirements to support projects
• Ensure full compliance with permits and regulatory requirements.
• Inform Managing Director, Project Owners of project progress and main issues
• Implement effective document management for all aspects of the project to assure traceability, project records and smooth documentation turnover.
• Review and validate Project Management plans
• Ensure implementation of scope changes monitoring, and follow the approval process for Scope change and variations.
• Ensure Internal Customer input is documented and included in BOD.
• Ensure full compliance to Vopak minimum technical, local regulations and operational standards
• Support the development of detailed engineering design, including specifications, standards, specification of equipment and materials, operating parameters, automation, utilities.

Requirements

• Expert (+15 years) - Industry technologies related to storing & handling of Oil, Gas & Chemical and bulk liquids
• Mechanical rotary equipment (pumps, compressors)
• Expert - Relevant industry standards and practices (e.g. API, NFPA, PIANC, etc.).
• At least 15 years of project engineering experience especially Front End Design.
• Basic process equipment (chillers, heaters, coils, etc)
• Familiar with maintenance requirements in marine terminals (i.e. inspections per API 653, API 571, etc.)
• Minimum of 8 years technical management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineer or similar degree required
• Knowledgeable in risk management and capable of using the outcome of project risk assessment to improve project execution until the end of the project.
• Familiar with New Energies projects like hydrogen, hydrogen carriers, energy storage, CCS, etc.
• Strong skills with software and computer tools.
• Familiar with activities required for the application for permits and related regulatory requirements.
• Knowledgeable in different standards and recommended design practices typically applied in the Oil Gas and Chemical Industries (i.e. API, NFPA, IE, ISGOTT, etc.)
• Capable of managing several projects and follow VPM stage-gate process
• Experience in the oil and gas industry & chemicals
• Experience managing multi-discipline engineering projects where complex interface management are required
• Knowledge and understanding of the different contracting strategies: EPC, EPCM, E+P+C, etc.
• Master of Science in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical or Chemical) or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant projects experience
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of project management and contract management to ensure contractors perform per Vopak Quality and Safety standards.
• Familiar with automation infrastructure (i.e. DCS, SIS, field instrumentation, etc)
• Good knowledge and experience of cost estimating software utilization
• Good knowledge and experience of CAD software utilization
• MS Projects – P6 knowledge & proficiency is a big plus
• Expert (+15 years) - New and existing technology in relation to green/brownfield terminal development
• Experience with execution of engineering activities in projects and interfaces between different disciplines.
• Vapor Control Units (flares, thermal oxidizers, scrubbers, etc)
• Expert (+15 years) - Development, definition and implementation of Front-End Loading (FEL I, II & III)
• Familiar with process hazard assessments (i.e. What If, HazOp, LOPA, etc).
• Knowledge and experience on the complete stage gate process (VPM) cycle.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Marine facilities (dock structures, topside equipment, etc)
• Accident Insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Legal Plan
• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating)
• ID Theft Insurance
• Universal Life
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off and Sick Days
• Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and
• Various flexible and hybrid work schedules.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Flexible Spending Account Options

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance