Crane & Lifting Project Lead

Purpose

Responsible for the safe efficient and commercially effective delivery of projects. The role ensures project objectives are achieved through effective resource management client engagement technical support operational oversight and compliance with company client and regulatory requirements.

Functions

• Focal point for delivery of all aspects of designated projects.
• Manage day-to-day operational activities to ensure projects are delivered safely efficiently on schedule and within budget.
• Develop maintain and monitor project plans schedules integrated activity plans work orders and scopes of work.
• Coordinate personnel equipment and resources to meet project contract and client requirements.
• Ensure suitably qualified and competent personnel are assigned to projects and work within their designated responsibilities.
• Supporting interview process recruitment selection and assessment of personnel for permanent & temporary resources.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients project teams and key stakeholders. Attending client and management meetings as required.
• Ensure risks and integrity issues are identified and addressed appropriately.
• Provide operational support to project teams inspectors and inspection engineers.
• Manage the commercial performance of assigned projects including budgeting cost control resource planning invoicing support and contract compliance.
• Support in the preparation of tenders proposals CTRs budgets and monthly reports.
• Support business development activities through client engagement and promotion of company services.
• Identify training and competency requirements and support ongoing workforce development.
• Support HSE audits assessments incident investigations and the close-out of corrective actions and improvement actions.
• Provide support and operational cover for the Crane & Lifting Project Manager duties as required.
• The list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake tasks that may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

REQUIRED

• Previous experience effectively leading project teams within an onshore role.
• Previous experience within the oil and gas industry / lifting equipment sector with a proven understanding of applicable industry standards and compliance requirements.
• LEEA Foundation qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in financial management budget control and project cost tracking.
• Ability to supervise and lead multi disciplined professionals.
• Strong team building skills with the ability to promote a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to use initiative to identify propose and implement improvements to work practices.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to apply sound judgement and reasoning.
• Ability to prioritise work independently and change priorities to meet operational demand.
• Confident in written and spoken English with the ability to engage effectively with clients stakeholders and project teams.
• IT literate with very good understanding of Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint etc.)

DESIRED

• LEEA Diploma qualification(s) or equivalents.
• Degree qualified in an engineering or business-related discipline.
• Proficient in the use of Motion Kinetic software.
• Knowledge of various Non Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques.
• Knowledge of Lifting Equipment and defect requirements.
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020 requirements and UKAS accreditation principles.

Note: lesser qualifications may be accepted provided exceptional experience can be demonstrated.

How to Apply:

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