Description:
We have a vacancy for: Project Leader (KSA Nationals Only)
JOB PURPOSE: Create a high value proposition through improved customer experience work to ensure that the awarded projects are delivered in full, on time, on budget and to the required quality standard.
The incumbent would be responsible for the process of planning, executing, monitoring and closing awarded projects following FPI’s adopted QMS Process flows, Procedures and deployed tools. The incumbent is expected to work on project delivery process and manage internal and external communications to support the successful execution of projects to satisfy the Client’s requirements and needs that would ultimately enable repeat business. The incumbent will also have to work in compliance to FPI in-house Rules, Codes & Policies.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Project Management:
- Directly responsible for leading the execution of not so complex Projects which usually requires decisions having high impact on the business and which necessitates a higher acumen of managerial, technical and contractual skills.
- Work diligently to ensure that the awarded projects are delivered in full, on time, on budget and to the required quality standard (within the agreed specifications).
- Work closely with SSC, engineering, technical, planning, production, quality, logistics and field services to develop detailed and updated project execution plans for all running projects and to regularly monitor and follow up the progress vs the baseline plan.
- Escalate any issues that cannot be resolved at his level to the project manager.
- Prepare and submit regular project summary updates.
- Reach out to project planning manager to discuss projects priorities.
- Coordinate daily with the operations team to ensure realization of the production, inspection and logistics schedules which would enable timely deliveries to customers.
- Monitor, Follow-up and Report the progress of ongoing projects to ensure that project plans and milestones are being pursued and fulfilled.
- Analyze project execution issues and client requests and ensure that the necessary corrective actions, best practices and necessary controls are initiated and rolled out.
- Monitor the projects scope variations and ensure that the appropriate tools are deployed in order to maximize profit on projects.
- Monitor project risks and introduce the appropriate mitigation action so as to safeguard the company’s interest and escalating issues where necessary
- Monitor payment schedules in order to ensure timely collection and minimize late and overdue payments.
- Ensure that all customer requests and complaints are being attended and resolved professionally and in a timely manner.
- Manage and nurture relationships with customers and clients through efficient communications, timely response, and regular visits.
Policies & Procedures:
- Implementation and compliance to the applicable policies, procedures, workflows and methodologies
- Adhere to legal and financial procedures set by FPI in the execution of projects while highlighting risks.
- Ensure strict compliance to FPI applicable in-house rules and Ethics policy.
HSE:
- Comply with HSE policies and procedures
- Participate in QHSE audits, incident reporting and review of QHSE performances as required
- Comply with relevant safety, quality and environmental control procedures and instructions
- Use personal protective equipment and safety gear when performing assigned tasks
- Report unsafe acts, incidents or safety violations
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Engineering degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical or Industrial
- Good inter-personal & Communication skill
- Job-Specific Skills:
- Knowledge of Contract Law
- Hands-on Project management experience
- Knowledge of the Company’s products, processes, accreditations, delivery, installation and quality procedures
- Knowledge of the logistical interactions needed for efficient project management
- Team work player