a) Purpose (Why does the position exist, WITH what objectives and WITHIN what limits)

The primary function of the role is to provide leadership to the planning team and manage the planning & cost control of the assigned capital projects for the development of Offshore & Onshore oil & gas fields.
The position reports to COO and has the central responsibility is towards meeting the overall company objective of successfully monetising it's oil & gas field and planning & monitoring all AWEL's activities from drilling & completion of wells, engineering, procurement, construction, transportation, installation, hook-up and commissioning of surface facilities like offshore platforms, subsea pipelines etc. It is not limited only to the planning function but encompasses integration of all aspects of the project management including engineering, procurement, projects, construction, commissioning, drilling, HSE, logistics, Finance, QA/QC, , senior management reporting, etc.
To manage and supervise AWEL document control system.
This position is expected to exercise a high level of interaction within organisation and external parties (consultants, contractors, vendors etc) to understand complex planning & cost control issues. Liaisons are expected to by with Management within AWEL, various groups within AWEL organisation.

Areas of Responsibility

Prepare, review and update integrated project planning encompassing all activities from approvals, drilling, completion, development of surface facilities (platforms, pipelines etc), installation and commissioning
Developing project master schedule, updating, monitoring and reviewing contractor construction schedules, submittals, material delivery, procurement logs and daily follow-up in addition to the necessary productivity measurement studies and associated corrective measures.
Addressing all planning & cost control requirements on assigned projects.
Addressing all progress monitoring functions on assigned projects
Contribute to the improvement of existing planning and progress monitoring systems
Ensure project controls are established and maintained on all projects
Review of contractor programmes in accordance with the contract
Provide assessment of Extension of Time claims
Contribute to the programme sections of AWEL's Monthly Reports
Ensure all key issues are communicated effectively to Project managers
Compile and maintain records of construction productivity data
Provide contract administration support when required.
Assist with the review Interim Payment Certificates
Provide support for the establishment of project resource schedules
Manage and supervise AWEL's document control system
Participating in contract administration & management.
Work closely with senior management to develop strategic plans for growth
Work closely with senior management to optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of operations

Knowledge & Skills

Hands on experience in the planning software including MS Projects, Primavera, etc.
Good overall technical knowledge of the upstream oil & gas industry for Offshore & Onshore area.
Highly experienced in the planning & control activities of facilities for oil & gas upstream for Offshore & Onshore projects.
Good leadership skills and ability to integrate various functions activities
Self-starter with high intellect and strategic thinking ability
Excellent inter-personal & communication skills suitable for the corporate level and governmental liaisons, and a good ability to work with all groups in the organization.
Exposure to international methodologies involving pre-development assessment of oil & gas fields.
Thorough knowledge of prevalent national & international development methods for offshore & onshore fields.
Thorough understanding of national & international HSES system.
Proven leadership skills and good relationship abilities
Team player, self-reliance, Presentation skills
Ability to work in multi-national environment

Education and Relevant Experience

Qualifications: Bachelor's / Master's degree in any engineering.
Minimum of 12-15 years of planning & control experience of which at least 7 years in the role of Planning in large Engineering Consulting/ Oil & Gas companies.
Business understanding: Oil & Gas fields development, project management, Statutory / environmental regulations requirements, national & international planning practices, etc.
Knowledge: Field development, project engineering, drilling & completion, project execution, construction, offshore fabrication, installations, tendering practices, etc
Skills: Understand project costing, interpersonal skills, communication skills, reporting & presentation skills, etc

Business Understanding

Sound understanding of business processes and the impact of Quality Management in a business. Good understanding of the international oil & gas E&P business

Manager - Planning and cost control