project services manager

Role Duration

Permanent

Location       

Grangemouth

about the role

Reporting to the Projects Manager, the holder is responsible for managing the Project Services function and for the provision of resources and systems to support the Project Management team. As well as, when required, support the Decommissioning Manager to develop and deliver the agreed projects within the schedule and cost performance targets set by the INEOS FPS organisation in all project areas connected to planning, cost estimating, document control, completions and business reporting. In addition, the Project Services Manager will make recommendations to improve business performance and meet regulatory/compliance requirements.

What does the day to day look like?

• Adhere to and be responsible for the promotion of Ineos 20 Principles and 7 Life Saving Rules to team, colleagues and external suppliers and vendors’
• Lead a group of up to 10 internal and external resources focused on Project Services support; estimating, planning, document control, completions and management system reporting / PowerBI.
• Appoint and coach estimating, planning, document control and completions resources to the different projects across all phases of a project or a minor-mod lifecycle (Internal and External).
• Assist Project Management team in the development of project cost estimate. schedule and completions roadmaps for every project prior to full sanction and in alignment with FPS business requirements.
• Provide timely input in the early project stages to ensure costs and schedules associated to construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning strategies and associated contracting strategies are fully incorporated in the project.
• Assess project costs and progress vs. baseline and provide insights and information to the Project Management team in case of deviation and assist in the definition of potential remediation actions.
• Define and implement appropriate project controls to deliver management information (PowerBI) information and document control including SharePoint ownership, necessary to achieve sanctioned cost and schedule commitments.
• Represent projects services organization interests early in the contracts with external parties to ensure that estimates, plans and progress & forecast reports are in line with FPS’s requirements in terms of detail, quality, update frequency, structure and system inter-operability.
• Manage a multi-discipline team (Internal and External).
• Ability to lead and influence works projects from minor modification to large projects.
• Ability to work closely with external contractors and accurately define FPS’s needs relating to project reporting, planning, estimating, document control, completions and reporting.
• Ability to interface effectively with site managers and business managers.
• Ability to identify and manage interfaces within the Project team, including engineering and construction contractor teams.
• Ability to monitor, identify and manage uncertainty across own project portfolio.
• Challenge existing working practices and propose improvements.
• Defines, owns and implements the project services process and standards.
• Good decision-making skills within all aspects of project services management.
• Ability to recruit, coach and develop resources under project services.

what do I need?

• Degree qualified experienced Engineer or equivalent with a variety of experience in project management services roles.
• Strong knowledge of project services processes and best practices.
• Experience in setting up and running functions.
• Experience working with EPC and EPCM contractors in definition of project services criteria to be applied under the defined contracting strategy.
• Experienced in the definition and use of estimating, planning and reporting applications and tools (e.g. Primavera, PowerBI, SharePoint, Microsoft TEAMs.).

About us

When you join us at FPS, you are part of a much larger family. INEOS is a truly global company, with a diverse portfolio of businesses ranging from petrochemicals and healthcare to consumer brands and sports interests. Our products touch and enhance every aspect of modern life.

The Forties Pipeline System (FPS) plays a key role in safely and reliably transporting hydrocarbons from the central North Sea, onshore for processing.

We pride ourselves in offering a working environment that is friendly and welcoming. We will give you the support and space to develop yourself, feel empowered and to have a fulfilling professional career with us.

We are constantly striving for operational excellence, whether improving the energy efficiency of our plants, developing new ways of working or delivering on our net zero commitments. We like to push the boundaries and challenge conventional thinking.

Sustainability is fundamental to everything we do. Our business is already underpinning the journey and transition to a low-carbon future across Scotland and the UK. More information on our latest Environmental Public statement can be found here.

So; if you share our vision for a sustainable future, if you possess the skills and competencies to help deliver our net zero road map and if you want to be a part of the remarkable next step in the development of our business, we’d like to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with a 34 days holidays per year (inclusive of bank holidays), a competitive salary and a discretionary business bonus scheme (opportunity of up to 20%).

We have a range of benefits available including a generous contributory pension scheme, holiday purchase scheme, gym facilities/ gym membership, enhanced maternity/ paternity leave, salary sacrifice car leasing, life assurance and an employee assistance programme which includes mental and physical wellbeing, financial and legal advice and support.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining INEOS FPS.  If you would like to discuss any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact opportunities.uk@ineos.com.

what happens now?

Application Process

All applications should be made on line and interested candidates should submit their CV via our website.

Pre-screen

Applicants with a successful CV may be invited to an online MS Teams or telephone call to further discuss the role, the organisation and your suitability.

Formal Interview

Successful applicants will be invited to face to face interview, which will consist of behavioural and technical questions. For some roles the recruitment process may also include technical testing, behaviour questionnaires and/ or a delivering a presentation.

Pre-employment process

Before commencing work with INEOS FPS you will need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a pre-employment medical, employment history reference and qualification verification check. Some roles may also require a criminality check.