Senior Specialist, Cost Estimation

2 weeks ago


abu dhabi, United Arab Emirates Adnoc Full time

JOB PURPOSE :
Supports the Head of Discipline in Cost Engineering within the function, provides technical support with regards to adherence of the ADNOC Group Estimating standard and guideline by the ADNOC group companies' projects teams. Supports in defining a clear ADNOC estimating strategy, processes, practices and toolsets for estimating, benchmarking and lessons learnt. Supports the assurance of competence and assessments of cost estimation personnel throughout ADNOC and advises on areas for future development. Ensures adherence that ADNOC estimating standard and guidelines are being maintained throughout the Group Companies whilst providing direction across group companies to form strong and effective relationships across functions; insures ownership, embraces change, improves processes and resolves conflicting priorities in order to ensure efficient project delivery.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Project Cost Estimation:

  • Help oversee group's overall Cost Estimation project program, monitor alignment with defined targets and identify deviations and risks to be reported to the Head of Cost Engineering.
  • Defines detailed group-specific project cost estimation policies, procedures, methodologies and tools in line with ADNOC guidelines and ensure their dissemination in the organization and compliance (e.g. Value Assurance Process).
  • Provides technical expertise in project cost estimating whenever required.
  • Ensures accuracy, completeness, transparency and consistency of the reports / dashboard.
  • Ensures reports are distributed to and understood by all stakeholders.
  • Ensures key issues requiring Group Company management / shareholders attention is highlighted.
  • Participates in Cost Estimate & Schedule assurance reviews (CESAR) and supports Post Investment Reviews (PIR) post operational performance test completion.
  • Provides technical advice to BLD for interface with IPC, MIC, & other group functions.
  • Lead / Participate in assurance audits and reviews (e.g. independent project reviews (IPRs)) to ensure alignment of projects to ADNOC policies and identify any opportunity to enhance overall value.
  • Support in initiatives to improve capital delivery program and maximise ADNOC's value.
  • Assist the development of Cost Estimating competency and career development program; in addition to establishing clear deployment guidelines with the objective of ensuring having the right capability for the success of the capital delivery program.
  • Support the development of group's technical disciplines coordination and technical authority framework to align technical resources and activities across the group.

Investment and Valuations:

  • In conjunction with the group companies estimators, assist in providing assurances to Finance that the estimates submitted by Group Companies to Investment and Planning are accurate and reflect the project scope via assurance reviews, CESAR and IPR reviews.

Generic Accountabilities:

  • Supervision: Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives. Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective section objectives.
  • Budgets: Provide input for preparation of the Unit/Department/Section budgets, assist in the implementation of the approved Budget, and work plans to deliver objectives. Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.
  • Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures: Implement approved Unit/Department/Section policies, processes, systems, standards, and procedures to support execution of the work programs in line with Company and International standards.
  • Performance Management: Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Division / Function / Directorate in line with the Company Performance framework.
  • Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes. Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best industry standards to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function. Identify and track all changes or potential changes to the project scope, ensuring estimates of cost changes and schedule impact are given visibility with the client and project management.
  • Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability: Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, controls, applicable legislation, and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
  • Reports: Provide inputs to prepare Unit/Department/Section MIS and progress reports for Company Management.

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal SVP, VPs within the Function. VP Projects in all Businesses Any other Directorate / Unit as required. ADNOC Group Companies. External Shareholders, counterparts & members of the ADNOC Group, as required. Local and international vendors, contractors and third-party service providers.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Minimum Qualification Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Science / Project Management; or relevant disciplines. Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills 10 years relevant experience in NOC's/IOC's, including at least 4 years in addressing technical discipline challenges as Expert / Principal / Discipline Technical Authority. Major Project Management / Engineering Experience is essential.

Work Condition:
Physical Effort Work Environment Minimal Mostly air-conditioned environment. Exposed to prevailing environmental conditions during plant visit; may be required to use protective safety clothing or gear while visiting plants

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