Process Specialist - Vancouver, Canada - Drax

Drax

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Process Engineer
***Are you a Process Engineer, with large project experience, up to $250MM in value? Do you have an Engineering degree, in Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Petroleum, or Mechanical?

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The Process Engineer will be responsible for providing engineering discipline expertise as part of projects up to $250MM in value from beginning of FEED development through the commissioning of the facility.

The project specific staff will functionally report to the Sr Project Manager.

The position's prime responsibilities are to manage the safety, scope, budget and schedule for their specific discipline on assigned capital projects, including both greenfield and brownfield projects.

The position will be accountable for the deliverables of the project along with accountability for work performed (discipline related) by all contract engineering firms and contractors working on the project.

Dimensions:

Role operates in Horizon 2 however will cover all Horizons, when necessary. The main focus is on strategic capital.
Oversight, accountability and reporting of Discipline Specific safety, budget, schedule and concerns for all assigned projects.
No direct reports but will be accountable for the Discipline Specific activities of engineering and construction contractors for all assigned projects.
Must ensure compliance with permits and consents from local and national bodies (regulation) in Discipline Specific areas of expertise.
Participate in decisions regarding Engineering, Vendor supply equipment & construction contracts.
Working with a range of contracts from Selfperform through to full EPC.

Key Accountabilities:

As Process Engineer, you'll be required to:

Overall responsibility for Discipline Specific approval of Project Specific from Pre-FEED through Commissioning & Start-up: scope of work, cost estimates, engineering drawings, Drax Standards to be applied, and field implementation of same.
Act as Drax QA/QC for shop visits to suppliers, and for the construction activities in Discipline Specific areas.
Management and/or participation in the Management of Change process
Participate in all Process Safety activities (HAZOP, HAZID, etc.) and act as a Subject Matter Expert for Discipline Specific areas.
Development of Project Plans for Discipline Specific areas design & execution
Develop Project Execution Plans for Discipline Specific areas from design through execution, identifying risks and opportunities where applicable.
Ensure cost estimates are accurate and cost control measures are implemented and monitored effectively.
Maintain & manage/mitigate the risk register for relevant projects and propose appropriate risk mitigations in Discipline Specific areas.
Participate in development and management of construction budgets.
Actively promote a proactive safety culture, be role models throughout the project lifecycle across the Group.
Foster and enhance owner relationships with subcontractors and vendors in Discipline Specific areas.
Where appropriate, work with the Senior Project Manager to help develop a highperformance team, ensuring flawless integration of sub disciplines and functions throughout the project lifecycle.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:

Engineering degree, minimum of BS level. (Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Petroleum, Mechanical)
Previous experience in project or construction management role.
Prior experience in the Wood Processing industry would be beneficial.
Previous experience on small to complex projects.
Project Management certification would be beneficial (For example, PE or PMP).
Ability to work effectively and flexibly as a member of a team and across teams.
Commercially aware & understands the environment in which they operate. To ensure that commercial and legal risk in proposals is managed through appropriate terms and conditions
Positive approach to change and contributes to the culture of continuous improvement.
Effective written communication skills including report writing.
Ability to recognize and take advantage of business opportunities.
Comfortable working on large (up to $250MM) projects across North America with an ability to form professional working relationships proactively influencing consultants, contractors, engineering firms and technology partners.
A good Communicator you've got good communication and interpersonal skills with experience of communicating at all levels across the organization.
Ability to meet challenging targets and with a flexible approach to working patterns to ensure targets/deadlines are achieved.
Ability to motivate, challenge and inspire individuals.
Experience in leading and managing others, successfully managing & resolving