An international Independent power
Producer that develops, acquires and operates electric power and heating
businesses around the globe. The company intends to expand their operations to
Rwanda and has the following 5 positions to be filled.
Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Rwanda
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Purpose:
This position provides mechanical engineering services and support to the power
project development and acquisition teams as well as its operating power plant
assets.
These services and support are provided by: evaluating, organizing and
implementing new and/or upgrade projects; interfacing with other disciplines,
both internal and external; preparing schedules, estimates, requests for
proposals and budgets for project tasks; taking a leadership role in the
resolution of major technical issues related to the design and operation of
mechanical equipment and systems; conducting technical due diligence of
potential asset acquisitions; and participating in operational troubleshooting
involving corrective actions, root cause analysis and resolution, as required.
Responsibilities:
· Perform due diligence
investigations, analyses, and evaluations in conjunction with other disciplines
on proposed business initiatives and project development on new, existing or
under construction projects in all of the international arenas in which the
company operates.
· Perform basic
economic justifications, develop plans and schedules, and assist with and
provides technical input to major equipment and vendor scopes of work and
contract negotiations.
· Prepare detailed
conceptual equipment and power plant designs, process flow diagrams and
equipment lists for new and/or modified power plants.
· Prepare major
mechanical material and equipment technical specifications for capital
projects.
· Provide technical
support for interface with OEMs, EPC contractors, utilities and jurisdictional
authorities.
· Support project development
and acquisition teams, coordinating with other disciplines within the
Engineering Services group to achieve comprehensive project engineering
support.
· Provide the relevant
technical expertise and support related to regional development of new projects,
new business initiatives or new business opportunities associated with the
re-powering of existing assets.
· Identify technical
solutions and ensure timely resolution to technical issues and problems with
both operating development projects and provide regular updates and input to
the team.
· Keep abreast of new
developments in engineering technology and the electricity industry.
· Establish the scope
and work services required to initiate and conduct the design review,
feasibility tudies and conceptual engineering for assigned projects.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in
engineering or related science.
· 10 - 15 years of
experience in mechanical engineering and design work associated with CHP
(reciprocating engine and gas turbine), steam, hot water and power generation
systems.
· International
experience with industrial gas turbines, various CHP fuels, combustions,
conceptual engineering, design, construction, testing, commissioning, and
operations.
· Experience with solid
fuel fired boiler systems (both PC and CFB), turbine generator systems, both
simple and combined cycle gas turbine and steam turbines and other aspects of
steam and power generation.
· Experience with
economic analysis of design alternatives, preparation of equipment and
construction specifications and development of PFDs and P&IDs
· Experience with the
preparation of proposals to prospective clients including preparation of scope
of work and list of deliverables, preparation of man-hour estimates and project
schedules.
· Strong supervisory,
technical and leadership skills, including the development and scoping of
complex power engineering projects.
· Experience with due
diligence of equipment and assets and analysis and evaluation of existing
project or those under construction.
· Demonstrated
knowledge of the application of international industry codes and standards as
related to power plant equipment and systems.
· Experience using
project management and scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera,
Autocad and Autoview as well as other computer applications as required.
· Excellent
interpersonal, communication and motivational skills. Must be able to
communicate well with all levels of personnel in multiple languages. Must be
able to solve problems effectively.
· Multiple language
skills a plus or ability to work easily with a translator.
Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Rwanda
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Purpose:
This position provides mechanical engineering services and support to power
project development and acquisition teams as well as its operating power plant
assets.
These services and support are provided by: evaluating, organizing and
implementing new and/or upgrade projects; interfacing with other disciplines,
both internal and external to the company; preparing schedules, estimates,
requests for proposals and budgets for project tasks;
Taking a leadership role in the resolution of major technical issues related to
the design and operation of mechanical equipment and systems; conducting
technical due diligence of potential asset acquisitions; and participating in
operational troubleshooting involving corrective actions, root cause analysis
and resolution, as required.
Responsibilities:
· Perform due diligence
investigations, analyses, and evaluations in conjunction with other disciplines
on proposed business initiatives and project development on new, existing or
under construction projects in all of the international arenas in which the
company operates.
· Perform basic economic
justifications, develop plans and schedules, and assist with and provides
technical input to major equipment and vendor scopes of work and contract
negotiations.
· Prepare detailed
conceptual equipment and power plant designs, process flow diagrams and
equipment lists for new and/or modified power plants.
· Prepare major
mechanical material and equipment technical specifications for capital
projects.
· Provide technical
support for interface with OEMs, EPC contractors, utilities and jurisdictional
authorities.
· Support project
development and acquisition teams, coordinating with other disciplines within
the Engineering Services group to achieve comprehensive project engineering
support.
· Provide the relevant
technical expertise and support related to regional development of new
projects, new business initiatives or new business opportunities associated
with the re-powering of existing assets.
· Identify technical
solutions and ensure timely resolution to technical issues and problems with
both operating development projects and provide regular updates and input to
the team.
· Keep abreast of new
developments in engineering technology and the electricity industry.
· Establish the scope
and work services required to initiate and conduct the design review,
feasibility studies and conceptual engineering for assigned projects.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in
engineering or related science.
· 5 - 10 years of
experience in mechanical engineering and design work associated with CHP (reciprocating
engine and gas turbine), steam, hot water and power generation systems.
· International
experience with industrial gas turbines, various CHP fuels, combustions,
conceptual engineering, design, construction, testing, commissioning, and
operations.
· Experience with solid
fuel fired boiler systems (both PC and CFB), turbine generator systems, both
simple and combined cycle gas turbine and steam turbines and other aspects of
steam and power generation.
· Experience with
economic analysis of design alternatives, preparation of equipment and
construction specifications and development of PFDs and P&IDs
· Experience with the
preparation of proposals to prospective clients including preparation of scope
of work and list of deliverables, preparation of man-hour estimates and project
schedules.
· Strong supervisory,
technical and leadership skills, including the development and scoping of
complex power engineering projects.
· Experience with due
diligence of equipment and assets and analysis and evaluation of existing
project or those under construction.
· Demonstrated
knowledge of the application of international industry codes and standards as
related to power plant equipment and systems.
· Experience using
project management and scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera,
Autocad and Autoview as well as other computer applications as required.
· Excellent
interpersonal, communication and motivational skills. Must be able to
communicate well with all levels of personnel in multiple languages. Must be
able to solve problems effectively.
· Multiple language
skills a plus or ability to work easily with a translator.
Title: Project Construction Manager
Dept: Construction
Location: Rwanda
Reports to: Director of Construction - Milan
Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to serve as the overall coordinator involving
the marine construction of Project gas processing facilities as it relates to
the barge construction, installation of the gas processing facilities on the
barge, as well as, installation of the sub sea piping, risers and separators,
and the ship to shore supply piping.
Also the Power station facilities as it relates to the onshore construction,
and installation of the 25MW power plant and connection to the existing
infrastructure.
This person will report to the Director of Construction in Milan but will have
guidance from the Country Manager, they will direct a team of two Project
Managers who will cover the onshore and offshore work, the individual will
monitor daily construction activities, to insure conformance to contract
documents, plans and specifications, address and direct questions to and from
the contractors via the RFI (request for information), review and comment on
proposed change orders, and coordinate design and construction related
questions back to the Owner’s Engineer.
Also be responsible for the overall project schedule and budget.
Responsibilities:
· Provide for the
technical oversight coordination of the Project gas processing facilities
related to the construction of the barge, installation of the process
equipment, including the sub sea equipment.
· Coordinate and
provide information on a daily basis both verbally and in written reports as to
status of construction and facilities to the General Construction Manager and
at other times as required.
· Work and communicate
directly with the site engineers, as well as the on site contractors in regard
to issues on quality control, response to information and providing input for
change orders as needed.
· Provide for the
necessary supervision and coordinate the flow of design and engineering
information to and from the Owner’s Engineer, site engineers, and to the
Contractor on issues and clarifications in the construction of the facilities.
· In conjunction with
the General Construction Manager, develop the project specific requirements,
assisting in the development and corresponding updating of the project
schedule, and budget and costs.
· Hold weekly project
meetings both internally with team members and with the external contractors
and provide guidance and direction and analysis into the overall project status
as to the project meeting objectives regarding execution of the prescribed work
by the contractors. Direct the team as needed in the overall execution of the
work with leadership and determination to accomplish the objectives.
· Perform economic
justifications, develop plan and schedules, and assist with major equipment and
vendor contract negotiations.
· Prepare and submit,
in a timely manner, weekly and monthly reports on construction status of
assigned work and be able to communicate as to status.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in
Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience, with 15 plus years
of experience in various field construction activities related to large
industrial applications including marine applications both on and off shore.
· Use to working in
remote parts of Africa at construction sites and having the resourcefulness to
adapt to ever changing job requirements and conditions.
· Familiar with
contractor health and safety standards and the ability to enforce company
H&S standards as well as environmental management plans as required
providing a safe and healthy work site.
· Proven problem
solving skills and ability to analyze project related documents such as process
flow diagrams, piping and electrical and instrument drawings, general
arrangement and equipment specifications as needed to interpret and respond to
contractor questions.
· Good verbal and written
communication skills and ability to utilize, proficiently, Microsoft Office
products such as Word, Excel, MS Project, and Power Point, Primavera scheduling
familiarity is also a plus.
· Ability to exercise
discretion and independent judgment in applying established techniques,
procedures or standards including QA/QC standards. .
· Ability to work
independently and as a team member at a construction site.
· Ability to work on
concurrent assignments and to oversee and respond to progress or issues of
various concurrent construction activities and in regard contractors to
coordinate requests for information, oversee construction work from a quality
standpoint.
Title: Project Manager (On- Shore)
Dept: Construction
Location: Rwanda
Reports to: Project Construction Manager
Purpose:
To serve as the overall coordinator involving the Power Station construction of
Project Power station facilities as it relates to the onshore construction, and
installation of the 25MW power plant and connection to the existing
infrastructure.
Working under the supervision of the Project Construction Manager, the
individual will monitor daily construction activities, to insure conformance to
contract documents, plans and specifications, address and direct questions to
and from the contractors via the RFI (request for information), review and
comment on proposed change orders, and coordinate design and construction
related questions back to the Project Construction Manager.
Responsibilities:
· Provide for the
technical oversight coordination of the Project power station facilities
related to the construction of the onshore 25MWe power plant gas receiving and
electrical distribution connection.
· Coordinate and
provide information on a daily basis both verbally and in written reports as to
status of construction and facilities to the Project Construction Manager and
at other times as required.
· Work and communicate
directly with the site engineers, as well as the on site contractors in regard
to issues on quality control, response to information and providing input for
change orders as needed.
· Provide for the
necessary supervision and coordinate the flow of design and engineering
information to and from the site engineers and to the Contractor on issues and
clarifications in the construction of the facilities.
· In conjunction with
the Project Construction Manager, develop the project specific requirements,
assisting in the development and corresponding updating of the project
schedule, and budget and costs.
· Hold weekly project
meetings both internally with team members and with the external contractors
and provide guidance and direction and analysis into the overall project status
as to the project meeting objectives regarding execution of the prescribed work
by the contractors. Direct the team as needed in the overall execution of the
work with leadership and determination to accomplish the objectives.
· Perform economic
justifications, develop plan and schedules, and assist with major equipment and
vendor contract negotiations.
· Serve as Project
Construction Manager in absence of the Project Construction Manager as
required.
· Prepare and submit,
in a timely manner, daily, weekly and monthly reports on construction status of
assigned work and be able to communicate as to status.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in
Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline, with 10 plus years
of experience in various field construction activities related to large
industrial applications including marine applications both on and off shore.
· Use to working in
remote parts of Africa at construction sites and having the resourcefulness to
adapt to ever changing job requirements and conditions.
· Familiar with contractor
health and safety standards and the ability to enforce company H&S
standards as well as environmental management plans as required providing a
safe and healthy work site.
· Proven problem
solving skills and ability to analyze project related documents such as process
flow diagrams, piping and electrical and instrument drawings, general
arrangement and equipment specifications as needed to interpret and respond to
contractor questions.
· Good verbal and
written communication skills and ability to utilize, proficiently, Microsoft
Office products such as Word, Excel, MS Project, and Power Point, Primavera
scheduling familiarity is also a plus.
· Ability to exercise
discretion and independent judgment in applying established techniques,
procedures or standards including QA/QC standards.
· Ability to work
independently and as a team member at a construction site.
· Ability to work on
concurrent assignments and to oversee and respond to progress or issues of
various concurrent construction activities and in regard contractors to
coordinate requests for information, oversee construction work from a quality
standpoint.
Title: Project Manager (Off – Shore)
Dept: Construction
Location: Rwanda
Reports to: Project Construction Manager
Purpose: To serve as the overall coordinator involving the marine
construction of Project Kivuwatt gas processing facilities as it relates to the
barge construction, installation of the gas processing facilities on the barge,
as well as, installation of the sub sea piping, risers and separators, and the
ship to shore supply piping. Working under the supervision of the Project
Construction Manager, the individual will monitor daily construction
activities, to insure conformance to contract documents, plans and
specifications, address and direct questions to and from the contractors via
the RFI (request for information), review and comment on proposed change
orders, and coordinate design and construction related questions back to the
Project Construction Manager.
Responsibilities:
· Provide for the
technical oversight coordination of the Project gas processing facilities
related to the construction of the barge, installation of the process
equipment, including the sub sea equipment.
· Coordinate and
provide information on a daily basis both verbally and in written reports as to
status of construction and facilities to the Project Construction Manager and
at other times as required.
· Work and communicate
directly with the site engineers, as well as the on site contractors in regard
to issues on quality control, response to information and providing input for
change orders as needed.
· Provide for the
necessary supervision and coordinate the flow of design and engineering
information to and from the site engineers and to the Contractor on issues and
clarifications in the construction of the facilities.
· In conjunction with
the Project Construction Manager, develop the project specific requirements,
assisting in the development and corresponding updating of the project
schedule, and budget and costs.
· Hold weekly project
meetings both internally with team members and with the external contractors
and provide guidance and direction and analysis into the overall project status
as to the project meeting objectives regarding execution of the prescribed work
by the contractors.
· Direct the team as
needed in the overall execution of the work with leadership and determination
to accomplish the objectives.
· Perform economic
justifications, develop plan and schedules, and assist with major equipment and
vendor contract negotiations.
· Serve as Project
Construction Manager in absence of the Project Construction Manager as
required.
· Prepare and submit,
in a timely manner, daily, weekly and monthly reports on construction status of
assigned work and be able to communicate as to status.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in
Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline, with 10 plus years
of experience in various field construction activities related to large
industrial applications including marine applications both on and off shore.
· Exposure working in
remote parts of Africa at construction sites and having the resourcefulness to
adapt to ever changing job requirements and conditions.
· Familiar with contractor
health and safety standards and the ability to enforce company H&S
standards as well as environmental management plans as required providing a
safe and healthy work site.
· Proven problem
solving skills and ability to analyze project related documents such as process
flow diagrams, piping and electrical and instrument drawings, general
arrangement and equipment specifications as needed to interpret and respond to
contractor questions.
· Good verbal and
written communication skills and ability to utilize, proficiently, Microsoft
Office products such as Word, Excel, MS Project, and Power Point, Primavera
scheduling familiarity is also a plus.
· Ability to exercise
discretion and independent judgment in applying established techniques,
procedures or standards including QA/QC standards.
· Ability to work
independently and as a team member at a construction site.
· Ability to work on
concurrent assignments and to oversee and respond to progress or issues of
various concurrent construction activities and in regard contractors to
coordinate requests for information, oversee construction work from a quality
standpoint.
If
you meet the minimum requirements, kindly forward your application and CV as
attachment through email only, clearly indicating the role you are applying for
to recruitkenya@kimberly-ryan.net by 16th august 2011.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Rwandese nationals or East African citizens with exposure working in Rwanda are
encouraged to apply.
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