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Vopak · 2 weeks ago

Director of Engineering and Asset Management

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Vopak is a company focused on energy security and energy transition, seeking a Director of Engineering and Asset Management. The role involves managing engineering and technology projects, ensuring compliance with Vopak standards and local regulations, while overseeing growth and capital needs projects within the US & Canada Business Unit.

EnergyEnergy ManagementOil and Gas

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of SH&E principles and values; champions safety as necessary

Experience & knowledge in (1) managing simultaneously several projects, (2) contract management, (3) stakeholders’ management, (4) interface management

Capable of managing several projects and follow VPM stage-gate process

Works closely together with Vopak Global Engineering

Inform Managing Director, Project Owners of project progress and main issues

Provide solutions to keep projects on-track

Must have comprehensive knowledge of project management and contract management to ensure contractors perform per Vopak Quality and Safety standards

Support project owner identifying project technical staffing requirements to support projects

Review and validate Project Management plans

Initiate and organize key project reviews and ensure all Divisional & Global reviews are implemented and complete per VPM methodology

Ensure Internal Customer input is documented and included in BOD

Ensure projects maintain a Decision log

Ensure full compliance with permits and regulatory requirements

Ensure full compliance to Vopak minimum technical, local regulations and operational standards

Knowledgeable in risk management and capable of using the outcome of project risk assessment to improve project execution until the end of the project

Knowledgeable in different standards and recommended design practices typically applied in the Oil Gas and Chemical Industries (i.e. API, NFPA, IE, ISGOTT, etc.)

At least 15 years of project engineering experience especially Front End Design

Experience with execution of engineering activities in projects and interfaces between different disciplines

Storage tanks (atmospheric, pressurized, refrigerated, cryogenic, etc)

Marine facilities (dock structures, topside equipment, etc)

Mechanical rotary equipment (pumps, compressors)

Basic process equipment (chillers, heaters, coils, etc)

Vapor Control Units (flares, thermal oxidizers, scrubbers, etc)

Truck and Rail (un)loading infrastructure

Familiar with activities required for the application for permits and related regulatory requirements

Familiar with process hazard assessments (i.e. What If, HazOp, LOPA, etc)

Familiar with maintenance requirements in marine terminals (i.e. inspections per API 653, API 571, etc.)

Familiar with automation infrastructure (i.e. DCS, SIS, field instrumentation, etc)

Familiar with New Energies projects like hydrogen, hydrogen carriers, energy storage, CCS, etc

Strong skills with software and computer tools

Knowledge and understanding of the different contracting strategies: EPC, EPCM, E+P+C, etc

Experience managing multi-discipline engineering projects where complex interface management are required

Knowledge and experience on the complete stage gate process (VPM) cycle

Support the development of detailed engineering design, including specifications, standards, specification of equipment and materials, operating parameters, automation, utilities

Ensure engineering development of projects adheres with Vopak Standards and recognized industry practices

Review and validate project’s cost estimates achieve Estimate class per ICEAA

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

Ensure CBS and WBS are used consistently across all projects, cost estimates, schedules, progress measurement and scope documents

Ensure implementation of scope changes monitoring, and follow the approval process for Scope change and variations

Implement effective document management for all aspects of the project to assure traceability, project records and smooth documentation turnover

Review and validate physical progress measurement is adequate to monitor project progress

Review and monitor project cost and that cost control principles are applied on the project

Ensure Weekly/Monthly reporting is prepared according to Vopak principles of transparency and integrity and issued on time to all stakeholders

Review, validate and update with project teams the project risk register and ensure risks are being properly mitigated by risk owners

Review and validate project forecasts of Time (In-service date) and Cost (EAC)

Qualification

TWIC CertificationBachelor's in EngineeringFront-End Loading (FEL)OilGas Industry ExperienceProject ManagementCost Estimating SoftwareCAD SoftwareP6 KnowledgeRisk ManagementMulti-discipline Engineering ProjectsRegulatory ComplianceStakeholder ManagementCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem Solving

Required

Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineer or similar degree required

Minimum of 15 years of relevant projects experience

Minimum of 8 years technical management experience

MS Projects – P6 knowledge & proficiency is a big plus

Good knowledge and experience of cost estimating software utilization

Good knowledge and experience of CAD software utilization

Expert (+15 years) - Development, definition and implementation of Front-End Loading (FEL I, II & III)

Expert (+15 years) - New and existing technology in relation to green/brownfield terminal development

Expert (+15 years) - Industry technologies related to storing & handling of Oil, Gas & Chemical and bulk liquids

Expert - Relevant industry standards and practices (e.g. API, NFPA, PIANC, etc.)

Expert - Support and provide advice during development of the conceptual design, functional requirements and Basis of Design (BoD) in close coordination with Project Team

Experience in the oil and gas industry & chemicals

Experience & knowledge in (1) managing simultaneously several projects, (2) contract management, (3) stakeholders' management, (4) interface management

Capable of managing several projects and follow VPM stage-gate process

Works closely together with Vopak Global Engineering

Inform Managing Director, Project Owners of project progress and main issues

Provide solutions to keep projects on-track

Must have comprehensive knowledge of project management and contract management to ensure contractors perform per Vopak Quality and Safety standards

Support project owner identifying project technical staffing requirements to support projects

Review and validate Project Management plans

Initiate and organize key project reviews and ensure all Divisional & Global reviews are implemented and complete per VPM methodology

Ensure Internal Customer input is documented and included in BOD

Ensure projects maintain a Decision log

Ensure full compliance with permits and regulatory requirements

Ensure full compliance to Vopak minimum technical, local regulations and operational standards

Knowledgeable in risk management and capable of using the outcome of project risk assessment to improve project execution until the end of the project

At least 15 years in projects engineering experience & knowledge in Oil, Gas and Chemicals Terminals design (Operational Experience is a plus)

Knowledgeable in different standards and recommended design practices typically applied in the Oil Gas and Chemical Industries (i.e. API, NFPA, IE, ISGOTT, etc.)

At least 15 years of project engineering experience especially Front End Design

Experience with execution of engineering activities in projects and interfaces between different disciplines

Storage tanks (atmospheric, pressurized, refrigerated, cryogenic, etc)

Marine facilities (dock structures, topside equipment, etc)

Mechanical rotary equipment (pumps, compressors)

Basic process equipment (chillers, heaters, coils, etc)

Vapor Control Units (flares, thermal oxidizers, scrubbers, etc)

Truck and Rail (un)loading infrastructure

Familiar with activities required for the application for permits and related regulatory requirements

Familiar with process hazard assessments (i.e. What If, HazOp, LOPA, etc)

Familiar with maintenance requirements in marine terminals (i.e. inspections per API 653, API 571, etc.)

Familiar with automation infrastructure (i.e. DCS, SIS, field instrumentation, etc)

Familiar with New Energies projects like hydrogen, hydrogen carriers, energy storage, CCS, etc

Strong skills with software and computer tools

Knowledge and understanding of the different contracting strategies: EPC, EPCM, E+P+C, etc

Experience managing multi-discipline engineering projects where complex interface management are required

Knowledge and experience on the complete stage gate process (VPM) cycle

Support the development of detailed engineering design, including specifications, standards, specification of equipment and materials, operating parameters, automation, utilities

Ensure engineering development of projects adheres with Vopak Standards and recognized industry practices

Experience & knowledge in (1) development of project cost estimates per the international standards, (2) development and update of project schedule (P6 knowledge is a plus), (3) implementation of WBS & CBS, (4) application of Cost Control principles, (5) physical progress measurement, (6) forecasting methods, and (7) risk management

Review and validate project's cost estimates achieve Estimate class per ICEAA