Hatch · 4 months ago
Senior Engineering Manager - Consulting Engineering
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
12+ years expHatch is a global company committed to positive change in mining, energy, and infrastructure. They are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to oversee engineering and design activities, ensuring project objectives are met within specified timeframes and budgets while providing technical leadership and direction to engineering teams.
Business Development
Responsibilities
Scope definition
Engineering planning and the sequencing of engineering activities
Engineering resource planning, onboarding and demobilisations
Technical leadership, integration of disciplines, and resolution of issues
Engineering quality
Safety in Design
Ensuring all engineering deliverables are delivered in accordance with the engineering processes and procedures
Engineering design tools
Delivery of all technical deliverables to achieve the project objectives within the specified timeframe and budget
Planning is part of the engagement control baseline and documented in the client agreement
The Engineering Manager needs to ensure with Project Management, that the following planning baseline information is in place and reflected in the Proposal, Engagement Work Plan or Engineering Execution Plan:
Scope of engineering services defined as part of the engagement work plan or engineering execution plan
Scope of facilities
Roles Assignment (RACI) matrix for engineering scope of services
Engagement work package (EWP) register with budget, schedule and scope that aligns with scope of engineering services and scope of facilities
Deliverables list and association of deliverables with EWPs
Engineering schedule and resource plan at EWP level, aligned with overall project master schedule. Each EWP must be assigned with plan start and end dates, and sequenced with critical multi-disciplinary, vendor and client input dependencies
Engineering resource plan at EWP level, aligned with schedule and overall project budget
Defined Global Delivery Work Plan (e.g. what disciplines are done where, is it fully integrated teams working across all areas of the plant or are vertical packages being handed over to different execution offices, etc.)
Engineering training plan with budget
Client requirements which can include asset tagging, design, specifications, approval process, handover, CAD and coordinate system requirements when applicable
Multi-disciplinary engineering workflows and methodologies documented in the engagement workplan or engineering execution plan
Vendor package register requiring engineering input, defined including vendor scope of works, technical adjudication, technical quality assessment, factory acceptance, etc
Integrated engineering systems plan (feeding into engagement Digital Delivery Plan)
Engagement procedures manual
The Engineering Manager needs to ensure the following setup processes are in place and completed in required timeframe:
Work Break Structure (WBS) with EWPs
Mobilization and onboarding of engineering resources
Design tools as identified in engineering plan (including 3D clash detection), in coordination with the IM/PAT team
Baselining of the engineering schedule
Release of engineering EWPs and Timesheet Charge Codes for the first period of the engagement
Facilitation of establishment and/or updating of design criteria and standards, also ensuring consistent use of codes and standards, regulatory requirements, units of measure, etc. by all disciplines
The Engineering Manager needs to communicate the baseline information to the engineering team and relevant stakeholders including the following:
To the regional engineering leads, engineering resource requirements and schedule
EWP breakdown including budgets, schedule and deliverables
To the engagement discipline leads and engineering team:
Engagement workplan or engineering execution plan
Engagement procedures manual
Statement that all deliverables are required to be formally checked and recorded
Contribute to the development of the Project Execution Plan (PEP) together with the project leadership team (including procurement, project controls, construction, and commissioning), and allocate roles and responsibilities
Coordinate the engineering budget for the next phase when required
Provide input into the engagement monthly report with respect to design progress, actual cost against budget, earned progress against plan, issues of concern and recommendations when required to achieve overall objectives
Coordinate with Procurement, Construction, Environmental, Safety and Commissioning personnel early in the design effort to obtain their input and conduct any necessary reviews
Make contact with client management at key points throughout engagement to ensure that engineering deliverables meet client requirements
Regularly review and appraise the structure of the engineering engagement team in terms of its ability to meet short- and long-term objectives, and institute appropriate changes
Ensure that engineering systems and 3D intelligent design environment is effectively and properly used and the engagement complies to Hatch’s minimum digital standards as accessed from the engagement specific delivery site
Assume responsibility for the engineering administrative function, directing Area Engineers, Discipline Engineers, Project Engineer, Layout and BIM Coordinators and other engaged groups with inter-related engineering responsibilities
Direct and review the engineering activities to ensure that work quality is satisfactory and appropriate technical personnel development programs are conducted
Involve specialist technical expertise from within Hatch or externally as necessary
Raise safety awareness and ensure the design for safety principles are applied
If Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s) are part of the scope of services:
Assign an appropriate P&ID coordinator
Ensure P&ID checklist is signed off by all relevant parties for the specific phase of the engagement
Ensure that if the P&ID system is fully intelligent, it is aligned with asset registers like equipment list, line list, valve list and instrument list
Ensure HAZOP review is conducted and mitigation items are addressed
Ensure required technical risk and safety assessments are conducted
Arrange and facilitate design reviews and participate as required in engineering, management and construction reviews
Ensure clash detection is applied and clash exceptions are closed out
Ensure technical design calculations are stored in the engagement’s Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) consistently across all engineering disciplines
Coordinate quality audit verifications to ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, minimum digital standards, internal procedures for all design activities and that corrective actions are being instigated as required
Cooperate with the Global Engineering Practice of other regions as directed on matters involving sharing of available expertise and knowledge
Lead and promote the change management process
Lead the engagement technical review process (governance, quality reviews and audits, gate review)
Communicate changes to the baseline information and to the identified stakeholders as defined in Section 2 Planning Phase
Contribute to/participate in Value Improvement Practises activities as required
Develop Progressive Learnings for engineering scope as a feed into overall Progressive Learning
Qualification
Required
BSc/BEng degree in an engineering discipline
Registration as a Professional Engineer with the governing authority, in the regions where it applies
Typically, 12 years' experience in a multi-disciplinary environment
Typically, 3 years' experience in managing design engineering teams working
An extensive technical knowledge of engineering systems, design, applications of engineering processes and materials, and engineering applications of current engineering technologies
General knowledge of industry, regulatory standards and codes, and design criteria in engineering disciplines
Ability to plan, coordinate and organise at an advanced level
Comprehensive knowledge of project planning, controls and understanding of multidiscipline interdependencies
Knowledge of 3D model/drawing production and document control methodologies
Knowledge of earn value management, progress assessment and engineering control strategies
Ability to adapt to constant change and accommodate high pressure situations to support the team in meeting project objectives
An extensive knowledge of administrative practices and strong communication skills across all levels including client representatives
Ability to manage relationships with key stakeholders involved in the project (including internal and external clients)
A high degree of understanding of procurement and contracting, construction and commissioning methodologies as related to the discipline
Ability to lead, motivate and inspire others, transfer expertise, and provide a coaching role to others in terms of best practice
Ability to handle complex problem-solving tasks, applying appropriate analysis and consideration of high-level technical detail
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Long term career development
Think globally, work locally
Company
Hatch
Hatch is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary professional services firm that delivers a comprehensive array of technical services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Global Chief Information Officer
Meghan Janikowski, SHRM - CP
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