Vopak is a leading global provider of tank storage services for liquids and gases.
Direct engineering and asset management for US/Canada terminals, overseeing capex projects.
14 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Houston, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Tank storage
Logistics services
Port services
Supply chain management
Terminal operations
Sector Specialisms
New energies & feedstocks
Gas terminals
Industrial terminals
Chemical terminals
Oil terminals
Energy
Manufacturing
Infrastructure
Role
Description
risk register
cost control
project scheduling
progress measurement
reporting
engineering design
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
api
p6
cad
dcs
bachelor eng
15+ yrs
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.