About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Our client, an emerging Operator within the Oil & Gas Industry, has a requirement for an experienced Engineering Manager with a focus on Downstream / LNG Projects.
The role will be initially based in Houston, TX however require frequent visits to Project Sites both domestically and internationally.

Job Overview

This role will be an integral part of the Snr Leadership Team and will be at the forefront of the development and execution of a Major Petro-Chemical facility.
The Engineering Manager is accountable for the management, review and approval of the final technical design and other documents provided by Contractors and will assist in administering and monitoring the FEED and/or EPC contractor during the detailed engineering and procurement phases, providing technical support to engineering and managing engineering support during construction, commissioning and start up.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Works with Project Manager and E&C Engineering services team on all engineering related aspects to ensure on time and cost-effective project execution
• Ensures quality of engineering and design services and deliverables of both direct and subcontracted work complying with contract and government requirements and support the overall project schedule
• Manages the administration of engineering including interfaces with document control, review and approval matrices, document numbering, conformance to comments and all other administrative functions of managing the engineering effort.
• Provides leadership in review and approval of project issues such as design assumptions, heat & material balance, equipment and material selection, operation & maintenance and compliance with design standards and environmental regulations
• Attends and participates in all project key meetings organized by Project Manager and Engineering Services. Conduct technical coordination meetings with relevant parties.
• Reviews drawings, schedules, specifications, and permits to ensure compliance with project requirements. Make proper decision for FEED and/or EPC Contractor not to stop and/or hold the project construction activities.
• Works collaboratively with the Process Engineering Manager, the Senior Project Manager and ther members of project leadership to ensure timely deliverables and proper and efficient interface management between the three functions of Projects, Process and Engineering.
• Works with the E&C Construction Manager to review engineering plans for plant constructability, operability and maintainability

Experience / Education

• Recognized Engineering qualification (Degree preferred), with extensive project development skills
• Minimum of 15 x years experience within the energy / oil & gas industry
• Minimum of 7 x years within a Snr / Leadership role on a Major Project
• Minimum of 3 x years experience on LNG Projects / Design
• Strong knowledge of LNG liquefaction design and operation.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance and control practices.
• Strong knowledge in HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies in oil & gas field.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

IT Security Analyst

Houston based

Full time, Direct hire

Our client have a newly created SOC team which they are still looking to hire for.

In this role you will be gathering information and analyzing IT security risk. The overall aim being to minimize this risk. This is truly the front line of their security function.

Main responsibilities and duties include; monitoring and analyzing big data and providing automated feeds into the SOC. Incident management. Giving direction to the business and IT teams and having confidence to provide advice and guidance.

Successful candidate's experience and background:

5 years plus experience within IT Security, ideally a SOC.

Experience with one or more of the following tools; Active Directory, Carbon Black, Palo Alto, Splunk or SIEM.

Past experience with Anti-Virus, Intrusion Detection Systems, Firewalls and Vulnerability Assessment tools.

Experience with SPLUNK would be a massive advantage.

CISSP and or CCNA certifications are also an advantage.

A wonderful time to grow a fantastic company who are really investing in cyber security.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Our client, a mid-sized operator within the Oil & Gas Industry, have a need for an experienced Construction Director to aid with the development and construction of a large scale Project in Canada.
The role will be initially based in Houston, TX during the development/design phase before transitioning to the Project Site in Canada once Project Execution commences

Job Overview

This role will be an integral part of the Snr Leadership Team and will be at the forefront of the development and execution of a Major Petro-Chemical facility.
This senior level position requires the individual must be competent in construction of large infrastructure projects in Canada, with preference being given for LNG experience. The candidate must have strategic decision making skills, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Roles/Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for safe on- time completion of construction of LNG Plant and associated facilities
• Leadership and performance of the owners' construction team
• Recruitment of resources to support construction organization during project
• Ensure International standards and best practices are adopted as part of civil and marine delivery
• Manage and coordinate progress, quality and deliverables
• Establish Plans/ Schedules and Milestones
• Liaise and coordinate with EPC contractor during site activities
• Lead the site civil and marine inputs during Site Construction
• Support the delivery and handover of plant and facilities to Client Operations
• Ensure LNG Plant and facilities meets design expectations of Client
• Interface with Commercial and Client for effective outcome
• Providing practical project knowledge into overall execution strategy including contracting strategy, execution planning and project execution
• Excellent communication, managerial and organizational skills
• Motivated, determined, mature, problem solver, highly proactive; resilient, business-minded team leader

Experience / Education

• Recognized Engineering qualification (Degree preferred), with extensive project development skills
• Highly skilled in construction management and leadership
• 25 years proven experience managing complex and large scale EPC projects (500 million plus), preferably LNG and/or gas projects
• Knowledge of Canadian Project execution unique requirements
• Specific experience managing lump sum EPC projects
• Technically and commercially skilled including management of major assets
• Possesses a general understanding of contract administration, business principals and business law
• Self- starter with proven history of delivery of on time on cost
• Proven history of management and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop reports and presentations for senior management.
• Demonstrated interpersonal/teambuilding skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build relationships in multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural environments.
• Worked on owner teams and managing contractors/subcontractors
• Sound experience in the role in multinational companies, operating in the construction field, Oil and Gas projects
• Excellent background on the techniques related to construction and contracts for complex projects including Planning, scheduling and execution of activities
• Strong in cost control/optimization and management processes
• Timely intervention and reporting of issues and risks to Project Director
• 100% compliance with company HSSE policies and guidelines
• Lead and establish HSSE international best practices for the project
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to influence overall HSSE behavior
• Supports and inputs to HSSE risk register and mitigation processes
• BC and Canadian construction standards, codes and regulatory requirements
• Unionized and non- unionized construction management

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Petroplan are seeking an experienced Lead Rotating Equipment Engineer to work for one of our clients, a mid-sized operator within the petro-chem industry. The role will be initially based in Houston but required to transfer to the Project Site in Louisiana (near Baton Rouge) in mid-2019.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Coordination of the technical rotating equipment disciplines activities during the different phases of the project.
• Monitoring of the compliance with the specified deadlines, contractual stipulations and quality of work.
• Review and approve detailed rotating equipment engineering drawings and operating, testing, and commissioning procedures for Rotating and related disciplines.
• Ensure to follow all project procedures during the different project stages such as:
• Weekly Reviews
• Project schedule progress monitoring.
• Document Management System.
• Management of Changes.
• Cost Control.
• Punch listing, subsystems and systems acceptance.
• Work Permit, Job Plan and Risk Analysis.
• Interface with plant operations/maintenance.
• Safety meetings, audits, BST
• Assists in the organization of project-related, technical meetings with the engineering company and/or third parties.
• Lead participation of the technical rotating equipment discipline in meetings with vendors, equipment inspection and testing.
• Prepare rotating equipment project schedules, plan activities, and measure progress to ensure all rotating equipment works are completed in a timely manner consistent with the overall project milestones.
• Review and approve all related rotating equipment engineering project specifications and technical standards
• Review and participate in the selection process for all major rotating equipment and system
• Supervise and coordinate rotating equipment teams in the implementation of the above tasks

Skills / Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Associated experience with plant operations, commissioning and start up management
• Experience in a project environment an advantage
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Positive relationships with individuals at all levels
• Position demands strong self-motivation to evaluate and solve technical and engineering problems, both in isolation and in-groups

In order to carry out all duties and responsibilities effectively, the position requires strong knowledge of the processes underlying major construction projects. The ability to work through influence, motivate others, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills is critical to success.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Our client, a mid-sized operator within the Oil & Gas Industry, have a need for an experienced QA Manager to aid with the construction/expansion of their petro-chemical facility near Lake Charles, LA.

Ideal candidates will come from a strong construction background with experience of developing and implementing quality manager systems related to QA/QC.

Job Overview

The Project QA /Manager (PQC) will oversee the Quality Assurance and Quality Control aspects of the project, as delivered through its contractors and vendors. The PQC will develop and maintain the Project Quality Assurance Plan in accordance with the project specifications, governmental regulations & standards, and additional requirements established by the Project Management Team.
The PQC is charged with ensuring that the project meets the quality requirements set forth by the Project Management Team, within the Project Execution plan and that quality documentation is can demonstrate that the asset is safe and ready for start-up.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Reviews contract scope of work, specifications, Project Execution Plan and identifies unique requirements or special processes during the project which require control for effective examination and reliability.
• Develop, implement and maintain a Project Quality Assurance Plan for the project that is compatible with the Project Management Team and any relevant entities in the project, including vendors and sub-contractors.
• Manage Project Quality Assurance activities and assist the Project Management Team in the required planning for quality control activities of its contractors and vendors across the project phases.
• Ensure that Quality Objectives and metrics are set for measuring the performance of the Project tams and its subcontractors and that these are regularly reported and reviewed.
• Plan, direct and coordinate quality resources necessary to effectively execute the Project Quality Assurance Plan for the construction and commissioning of the Plant.
  • Responsible for assigning site quality inspection resources.
  • Administers the vendor inspection process though the assigned inspector.
  • Assures through proper utilization of resources and audit verification the effective execution of the Project Quality Plan.
• Ensure that all subcontractors, vendors and suppliers used by the Project Management Team are evaluated from a quality perspective and that records of this assessment are maintained.
• Develop quality reporting to management level
  • Communicates with management and project team on progress, issues, risks, costs and schedule impacts relative to project quality.
• Initiate quality planning for the project to assure compliance first time through proactive and preventive measures
  • Using existing document control procedures, approve, review and update changes to critical documents within the scope of the project.
• Develop an overall quality audit and verification program for the project.
  • Conducts inspections, audits, and surveillance to verify implementation of quality assurance/control requirements.
  • Prepares and compiles data from audits, identify non-quality trends and advises project management on the effectiveness of the Project Quality System.
  • Liaises with the QC/NDT/Certification Personnel to ensure that quality no conformances are addressed and technically resolved.
• Liaises with Company teams in Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning/start-up and Operations to ensure quality requirements are fully understood and integrated into the various subcontractor contracts and quality management systems.
• Liaises with subcontractors and vendors as required in order to ensure quality management systems and controls are in place and are fully operational
• Liaises with the certifying authority on documents specified to seek verification, assessment and appraisal of their conformity and fitness to the codes and regulations in order that asset integrity can be demonstrated on paper at or prior to RFSU
• Promote the awareness and enforcement of project quality requirements throughout the Project Team including subcontractors and vendors.
• Coordinates the capture and compiling of all equipment records and files needed to satisfy the asset integrity and process safety requirements of the project.
• Evaluates the schedule throughout the project and makes appropriate adjustments to ensure quality deadlines are met for the project.
• Monitors the constructed site for quality assurance, tracking and reporting on the status of inspection activities and maintain daily records of activities completed.

Experience / Education

• Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related experience.
• Minimum of ten years of experience in construction, including five years construction management experience.
• High level of knowledge and experience with the development and implementation of quality management systems as they relate to quality assurance and quality control.
• Knowledge of applicable building, construction and quality codes and standards.
• Extensive prior experience of developing project quality plans covering assurance and control activities for major capital projects.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Our client, a Major Operator within the Oil & Gas Industry, has the need for an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Lead for a long term contract role based in Houston, TX.

Job Overview:

Will be responsible for the Mechanical Commissioning, planning and execution of the related commissioning activities to safely and efficiently inspect, test and document the plant systems and components are "Ready For Operation".

• Manage the daily activities of the Mechanical Commissioning Group
• Develop the system / sub-system definitions and boundaries of the Mechanical and Piping systems
• Manage validation of the Mechanical Engineering lists / data to enable accurate equipment tagging and loading of the Commissioning Management System (CMS) database
• Assists with the development of the commissioning schedule and budget

Experience / Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 10 years experience as a Mechanical Commissioning Superintendent / Supervisor within the oil and gas industry
• 10 years experience with the installation, commissioning and start up of rotating and static equipment
• 10 years experience within the oil and gas industry with emphasis on drilling systems
• 10 years experience within the oil and gas industry with emphasis on production systems
• Able to read and understand P&ID's, PFD's, and SLD's
• Able to use Navisworks to view and interrogate the Topsides 3D Model

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Petroplan are seeking an experienced Deputy Project Business Manager to work for one of our clients, a mid-sized operator within the petro-chem industry. The role will initially be based in Houston but require to transfer to the Project Site in Louisiana (near Baton Rouge) in mid-2019

Job Overview:
The Deputy Project Business Manager will assist the Project Business Manager with the development, management and administration of Project Business Services - insurance, tax, procurement, assisting with employee logistics, contract administration and compliance, legal affairs, commercial negotiations, project risk management as well as financial and commercial reporting and analysis.

Duties / Responsibilities:
Assist the Project Business Manager with the following:

* Commercial and financial analysis
* Project cost assessments
* Risk assessment and risk register
* Contracting strategy
* Potential execution options
* Sets up Project account budgets and cost management and accounting system
* Tax strategy and tax accrual processes including interface with the tax department and local Tax authorities - this includes import and export duties and tariffs
* Maintaining overall Project financial and accounting records and reports
* Assist with corporate audits and/or third party audits where appropriate.
* Manage cash flow, cost forecast and trending updates in partnership with Project Controls team
* Manage accounts payable/ accounts receivable function
* Participates with the EPC estimate development and Owners cost review and consolidation into TIC budget basis with assistance from Project Controls and other team members
* Insurance requirements
Contract Administration
* Assists with Contractor commercial administration
* Contracting and Terms and Conditions review and support with legal department and the Project Director
* Participates in the review of engineering and construction contracts contain requirements for Project Controls and specify all necessary project control documents and participates periodically in audits the assess the Contractor/s' compliance with the requirements

Skills / Experience:
* Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Construction Management or Business.
* A minimum of 10 years' of Project Business Services capital projects experience
* Demonstrated supervisory experience
* Experience in all phases of capital development from concept / screening through construction, commissioning and handover
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills required to interface effectively with all levels within the organization and external customers
* Ability to work under tight deadlines and capable of operating independently
* Proficient in software applications to include: Primavera, ASPEN, and other enterprise reporting tools, Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
* Proficient in standard functionality of cost control software packages
* Proficient in Total Installed Costs (TIC) estimating skills / concepts
* Experience in contract management procedures / strategies

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com