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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Deadline:
31 Oct 2024
About the Organisation
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project (EACOP) is a pipeline that will transport oil produced from Uganda’s Lake Albert oilfields to the port of Tanga in Tanzania where the oil will then be sold onwards to world markets. The pipeline is buried and once topsoil and vegetation have been re-instated people and animals will be able to cross freely anywhere along its length.
Job Title
Project Engineer job at East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project (EACOP)
East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project (EACOP)
Job Description
Project Engineer will be managed by Maintenance & Inspection Methods Engineer at Tanga back - office for the projects, modifications during operation period. Project Engineer will oversee the
management of change workflow. She/he will be the focal point for technical study requests and master data updates.
For validated project/modification, She/he will prepare the required scope of work for review & implementation.
The Project Engineer will be expected to travel to remote sites to coordinate project/modification preparation, implementation, commissioning, and hand over.
Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in all Hazop.
Responsible for coordinating all project elements including engineering, design, quality
planning, modifications, installation, commissioning, as well as ensuring the project remains
within budget to meet the requirements of the company’s needs.
To be responsible for initiation, planning, execution, and closure of Projects or modification.
The Project Engineer must ensure projects are carried out efficiently and on time in co-ordination
with the Engineering Maintenance Team and other relevant departments within the EACOP and
outside (contractors)
The Project Engineer must work to engineering best practice standards and be compliant with
EACOP project specifications.
Preparations of project proposals related to all operational improvement projects.
Co-ordinates/prepares, implements, and manages any required project related engineering
method statements and execution plans.
Be responsible for the preparation, justification, coordination, implementation, and
monitoring of strategic projects, equipment modification and new equipment activities
relating to process, utility, facility, and plant equipment as validated by EACOP
management.
Preparation of methods statements for the proposed improvement projects
Reviews cost estimates, recommendations from vendors, consultants, and licensors.
MAIN DUTIES:
Manages the project within budget.
Performs overall quality control of the SOW (budget, schedule, plans,) and report regularly
on project status.
Plans project requirements and resources, including the sourcing of subcontract
elements, etc.
Reviews engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
Ensures Project /modification request workflow well consider any potential project risks,
identifying and establishing corrective actions.
Develops and implement project document control procedures, and drafting standards and
procedures to organize, store and retrieve documents and information efficiently.
Assists with design verifications and sign off project progress reports.
Ensures a high standard of housekeeping and safe work practices in and around the project
areas in general during execution of any project.
Projects schedule preparation and management to ensure all projects are executed and
completed within the planned completion time.
Preparation of TORs and BOQs for procurement of suitable contractors or consultants for the
outsourced project works for the procurement of contractors.
Undertakes special projects as required and contribute to continuous improvement activities.
Write project reports and present progress at your supervisor.
Assists in the preparation of the Annual departmental budget for the project unit.
Performs root cause analysis and resolve problems regarding projects.
Preparation of project reports and prepare periodic or specific reporting of the project
activities under his/her responsibilities.
Liaises and communicates with other departments, stake holders, suppliers, and other
service providers or contractors.
Manages project and modification workflow.
Manages EACOP technical master data base (Technical documentation, drawings, 3D
models and CMMS)
Complies with the Health, Safety, Environmental and Security (H3SE) Policy prior and during
projects execution phase and ensure all project works are executed and completed safely.
Maintains control of all project documentation.
Manages engineering service contractor.
Contributes to HSE performance in line with EACOP objectives.
Ensures the project’s compliance with the applicable codes, practices, policies, performance
standards, regulatory requirements, and specifications.
Performs any other duties relevant to the scope of work that may be assigned by supervisor.
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Qualifications and Competencies
HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
EACOP is committed to ensuring that the health, safety and welfare of workers, communities, and the environment are well addressed and managed. Therefore, the employee is mandated to:
Fully complies with Company H3SE (Health, Safety, Social, Security & Environment) policies and Life Saving Rules.
Actively participates in HSEQ and promotes this culture to co-workers.
Remain vigilant and maintain continuous awareness of potential unsafe conditions.
Communicates to management any HSE related concerns and ways to improve them.
Maintains a workplace & workspace that is safe, clean, and always neat – practice good housekeeping.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Academic Qualifications:
BSc. Degree level qualification in an engineering discipline, for example in mechanical,
electrical, instrumentation & control, chemical & processing, civil or equivalent qualifications
from a recognized institution.
Experience Required:
Not less than 5 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, major project engineering or
a high potential working as project engineer.
MS office good experience
Master’s degree in engineering management (MEM) will be an added advantage.
Experience in Microsoft Project and other project management software.
Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) registered member with Tanzania Engineers Registration
Board (ERB).
Strong personality with knowledge in mechanical, Piping, Steel structure Installation & pre
commissioning activities for live plants and E&I experience.
A Project Management Professional (PMP) certified will be highly desired.
Progress reporting, good communication skills,
Advanced Microsoft user to include Project and Excel software.
Ability to work with multiple discipline projects.
Proficiency in Oral and written English/Fluency in English, both verbal and written
Problem solving skills.
ERB Registration as a Professional Engineer
Proven Project Engineering/Project Management experience
Experience in management of change.
How to Apply
HOW TO APPLY
The applicant must submit his/her Curriculum Vitae CV and a Cover Letter explaining why he/she is the suitable candidate for the
position. Applicants are also required to provide details of three (3) referees one of whom should be the most recent employer. Please
submit your application only through ANY of the contact information provided below. Application deadline is
on 31st October 2024.
Air Swift: airswift.com
ITM: recruitmenttanzania@itmafrica.com
Qsourcing: recruitmenttanzania@qsourcing.com
Seaowl: sestz@seaowlgroup.com
NOTE: No payment is required at any stage of the recruitment process.