Site Based Project Manager

About The RoleRole summary:The Site Based Project Manager is required for the successful delivery of major projects from contract award to completion and close-out. It is a full-time employee role based in the PD&MS Group Grangemouth office 5 days a week, and will require the incumbent to make regular visits to the client offices and nearby site. The role will involve being the Project Responsible Person, client contact point and simultaneously managing a portfolio of projects in varying stages of the project lifecycle.Candidates should have previous experience working for an EPCM contractor and who have worked on projects for on-shore oil and gas sites undertaking brownfield modification work. The role will require cost and schedule management skills, ability to develop estimates and deliver work within the agreed budget, scheduling and proactively managing change as it occurs. Responsibilities: Ensuring robust technical and commercial change control mechanisms / procedures are in place and are being adhered to diligently Establish and implement project meetings whether internally or externally at Client premises and ensure their frequency and repetition Establishing a good working relationship and rapport with Company and Client project team members alike to ensure project harmony Overseeing and approval of all project budgets expenditure and revenues and for monitoring of same at a meaningful frequency Ensuring project related Company sales are maximised and up to date with all potential delays mitigated Ensuring Appraise, Select, Define, Onshore and Offshore Execute and Close-out Phases, or parts thereof, of all projects are driven and delivered safely in line with, or ahead of expectations Ensuring all projects are effectively completed strictly in accordance with the requirements of the contract as a minimum, and that adequate resources Group wide are in place to meet those requirements Completion of one onshore site visit (to the onshore storage base) and one offshore visit (to either East Azeri, West Chirag or Chirag platforms) per quarter to assess performance of PD&MS individuals, and have them feel a PD&MS management presence. Attitude towards safety and sound working practices should be assessed as far as possible, and to remind employees of minimum PD&MS expectations. Liaison should take place with the local site management to gain feedback on PD&MS performance. (N.B. This is BP Caspian specific responsibility) Understanding and positively reacting to Client needs in an expedient and proactive manner Responsible for managing all Client and Vendor interfaces to ensure seamless project execution is achieved Establishing and setting clear goals and priorities for all projects Proactive identification of potential issues / conflicts and timely resolution of same Convene and chair periodic project meetings and project reviews with clear and concise actions agreed and executed Ensuring accurate and timely reporting and planning Operational input to Senior Management Review meetings Periodic review of company procedures and policies and development and improvement of same to meet expectations and ensuring integration where required Input to, operational personnel recruitment, training and resource allocation, ensuring the right people are in the right positions Assessment of resourced headcount and management of same Ensuring adherence to the formal contract in place Demonstration of safe approach in design and working practises Encouragement of attention to safety Responsible for ensuring professional development is maintained and identified competency requirements are undertaken in a timely manner Adherence to the Company Integrated Management System Compliance with Quality Assurance, Health and Safety and Environmental Policies Demonstrate and promote PD&MS QHSE principles and lead by example. Ensure unsafe activities are challenged. Adherence to the requirements of best practice standards recommendations and processes in the undertaking of duties. In particular, risk assessment and control, reliability and failure prevention necessary to ensure the safe design, provision and use of tools, equipment and systems Demonstrate and promote PD&MS values and lead by example. Ensure direct report performance reviews are carried out within the required timescales Providing direction and support to project personnel to achieve or exceed targets and KPl's Assurance of competence of project personnel under Project Manager control. Identification of personnel shortfalls and submission of proposal to Project Delivery Manager / Country Manager for solutions such as training, coaching or other measures Training and development of Project Engineers Ensure all supervised personnel are aware of continuous improvement issues of new technologyBenefits About YouQualifications: Degree qualified in an Engineering or Project Management discipline Project Management Training - PMI or APM accredited Membership of a recognised professional body Masters degree in relevant discipline (preferred)Experience / competence: Understanding of interfaces between various engineering disciplines Previous experience working for a EPCM contractor Understanding of relevant oil & gas industry codes and standards Thorough knowledge and understanding of drilling rig equipment and systems Demonstrable understanding of drilling operations and maintenance activities Demonstrable experience in an offshore industry project role including construction activities through to close-out Experience in the use of Planning software Demonstrable experience in anticipating and resolving problems and contingency planning capabilities Financial and contractual awareness coupled with sound commercial judgement Significant demonstrable experience in a similar position Experience in managing and developing others Competent in the use of MS Office applications Offshore certification (preferred) Excellent written and spoken EnglishPersonal attributes:Our GENES, our core values, define who we are, what we stand for and how we deliver. Go the extra mile Empower our people Never get complacent Engage our partners Step up and deliverIf this sounds like you, then you could be a perfect fit. About UsPD&MS has been engineering solutions in the energy industry and beyond since 2002, our ability to combine innovative ideas with technical expertise sets us apart. A flexible, full-service provider committed to supporting the energy transition, we deliver high-quality project work across the entire lifecycle of assets within the oil and gas, renewables and nuclear sectors. But whoever we work with, it's the energy, professionalism and purpose of our people that really makes the difference.Be who you're meant to be, with PD&MS We firmly believe in a work culture in which: individual differences are a source of collective strength and pride; everybody can perform to the best of their abilities and on a level playing field; and all colleagues feel they're part of our team and their voices will be heard. We're already heartened by the diversity within our organisation, but we recognise that there's always more we can do to improve further. We welcome applications from all persons regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status. We're energised by the prospect of operating successfully today, tomorrow and far into the future. But we're also driven to ensure that our business activities are conducted in socially responsible, morally acceptable and sustainable ways.