QSTL-EACOP- E & I H/O
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER.
About
this job:
Q-Sourcing
Tanzania Limited is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East
African Region in the countries of Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, and South
Sudan.
On
behalf of our Tanzania based client, we are looking for a competent and
experienced E&I H/O Construction
Manager.
POSITION
IN THE ORGANISATION
Report
to:
EXECUTION MANAGER
Direct
subordinates (number): SITE SUPERVISIONS
MISSIONS
/ JOB DIMENSIONS
The
East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project is a major regional
infrastructure project (Capex: 4.2 G$, OPEX:>2.5G$ over 25 years) between
Uganda and Tanzania coast, opening a new value corridor between the two
countries. The EACOP project development comprises of the detailed engineering,
construction, operation and maintenance of the corresponding facilities.
The
contracting strategy entails 9 main packages (EPS, EITS, Thermal Insulation,
Line-pipes, AGI stations, Pipeline, Jetty and Marine Terminal, and CFR).
EACOP
direct personnel, including partners’ secondees, mobilized in Tanzania and
Uganda will be more than 600 at peak periods during the execution phase of the
project and up to 11,000 personnel at site, contractors inclusive, who will be mobilized
across the various sites for construction activities.
CONTEXT AND
ENVIRONMENT
- The
EACOP project includes a 1445km 24in main oil export pipeline, 8 above ground
facilities [AGI: including 6 pumping stations (PS-1 thru 6) and 2 pressure
reduction stations (PRS-1 and 2)], a green field Marine Terminal (MTT) with an
export jetty and Load Out Facilities (LOF) and a series of main line block
valves (MLBV) and a long line heat trace (LLHT) heating system. Approx. 150km
of feeder lines from upstream facilities from Tilenga and Kingfisher fields
will tie-in to the EACOP project. EACOP is developing the Tilenga Feeder line
on behalf of the Tilenga Project. The EACOP Pipeline project will be the
largest privately led with Government participation transnational
infrastructure project ever undertaken in East African region.
- Behind
the numerous technical (the longest electrically heat traced pipeline in the
world), environmental and social challenges faced by the project, Government of
Uganda and Government of Tanzania agreed to develop EACOP project in a fast
track mode. The project is aiming at a Ready For Start-up (RFSU) schedule not
later than 39 months after FID;
- The
context is complex with numerous stakeholders, environmental and societal /
local content stakes, three partners, two involved countries new to oil
development (Uganda and Tanzania), and the need for project development in
accordance with IFC standards to secure the necessary financing;
- Job Location: The
position will be based at Tanzania, Dar as Salam with a high involvement with
the project sites across both countries up to the end of 2026.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ACTIVITIES
- Management the
Construction of the hook-up package including the CST and PRECOM of H/O Works
upto COMM for the MLBVs and LLHTs stations, AGI, MTT and JTY
- Identifying with the
PM the potential risks and developing mitigation strategies.
- Implement, use, and
communicate safe work practices on and off the Project Sites.
- Encourage and promote
communication and teamwork among all parties
- Monitor with the PM
work schedules and advise of potential delays
- Ensure that E&I
H/O manpower resources including supervision are properly allocated to sites in
accordance with the construction and commissioning schedules
- Informing on the
circumstances which prevent proper performance of job duties.
- Report on project
progress of the E&I H/O construction contractor.
- Manage the execution
of works to ensure project quality standards are met.
- Ensure CTR’s
Manpower, tools, equipment’s and resources are adequate to achieve planned
milestones
- Challenge Contractor
and Suppliers (EITS, VENDORS) on QA/QC performance and Inspection activities,
and to perform routine and random inspections on daily basis in this regard
- Ensure that the
E&I H/O CONTRACTOR will follow and implement appropriate training programs
and qualification of the personnel.
- Monitor with the PM
the E&I H/O work in case of deficiencies and ensure the implementation of
the necessary corrective actions.
- Follow up on the
implementation of decided action plans, or other mitigation plan issued
- Ensure that the
E&I H/O team adheres to all company policies and safety protocols
- Mentor exemplary behavior
regarding Project H3SE policy.
- To treat all
information obtained during course of the work with confidentiality.
- Ensure that all works
have been undertaken in total safety, carried out in accordance with the
prescribed quality standards and in compliance with the specifications and
design, meet the program timelines and remain within budget.
- Provide technical and
supervisory support, guidance, and mentoring to the Company and Contractors
construction teams
- Manage the
Supervision and coordination of Electrical, Instrumentation, telecom (E&I)
activities for the Hook-up scope
- Work closely with member’s
construction team, materials team, project controls, and contracts departments
- Support CONTRACTOR
throughout the field and during meeting attendance, including monitoring and
reporting on compliance of works, scheduling, contractor performance,
materials, and vendors.
- In close
collaboration with the Company and Contractors preservation team, to ensure
that the storage conditions and preservation measures are implemented as Vendor/Project
requirements.
- Ensure that the
Contractor handle the storage of the materials in term of weather control, and
provision of the materials stock.
- Ensure that the
E&I H/O CONTRACTOR set the proper facilities, and provide adequate
equipment’s and calibrated tools.
- To ensure with the
collaboration of the Package teams, project have main data base for instruments
calibration and to follow Vendor requirements.
- Review of Hook-up
E&I Mark-ups drawings and handover dossier
- Continuously observe
and monitor the interface of all construction activities for all disciplines,
resolving any coordination issues
- Participate to
construction, HSE or QAQC specific audits or visits; Provide regular inspection
& activity reports
- Manage the review and
approval of the different inspection reports issued by the Contractor and/or
Subcontractors / Vendors on a daily basis
- Manage and ensure
that system walk-downs with the E&I H/O Contractor and Construction
Contractors are well organized and planned as per COM schedule.
- Ensure that E&I
H/O Contractor and Vendors personnel are qualified for the task they’ve been
assigned to
- Monitor the issuing
of Non-Conformance reports by E&I H/O Contractor and Construction’s
Contractors and validate dispositions. Intervene as necessary where warranted
- Participate in the
resolution of DEV and STQ with the support of Field Engineering team
- Assist the Pre-op and
Commissioning group.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Oversees the
planning, execution, and completion of electrical and instrumentation H/O
package, ensuring that the scope are delivered on time, within budget, and
according to specifications.
- Review validity of
any E&I H/O Contractor extra works request and pay particular attention to
the supervision of the relevant activities.
- To ensure compliance
with the applicable codes, practices, policies, performance standards, and specification.
- Assist QS for measure
the physical progress of the works in charge on a daily/weekly basis for
progress report issue.
- Make sure that the
E&I Contractor submits his reports regarding equipment and manpower and
carefully check that information are correct and comply with the agreed
procedures.
- Proactively undertake
and promote the use of behavioural and incentivized HSE work programmes, and
campaigns
- Ensure all quality
control checks and tests are instigated, with records maintained and available
as required, all in accordance with contractors’ agreed ITP, method statements
and project specifications
- Ensure E&I H/O
contractor follow approved procedures, plans and method statements.
- Ensure the most
current design documents are used to complete the E&I work and that all
design changes are approved prior to implementation.
- Ensure that all
construction milestone dates are completed as scheduled.
- Ensure that all
construction activities meet quality and workmanship standards.
- Ensure required
permits are in place prior to the start of the work at site.
- Prepare reports and
forecasts, including summary of construction progress.
- Coordinates
activities with other disciplines or areas, as instructed by project
management.
Requirements
MANDATORY
REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
· Degree
in E&I Engineering or relevant qualification combined with extensive field
experience or other Company agreed applicable discipline qualifications.
· A
minimum of 15 years in high, medium, and low voltage electrical system in power
supply.
· A
minimum of 12+ years greenfield site construction experience in Oil & Gas
projects
· Competency
within industry applications such as MS Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio
· Knowledge
of all phases of multi discipline construction: on-site activities in all
technical disciplines, all construction technologies and management functions
applicable to the workplace and supervision.
· Demonstrate
proficiency in the interpretation of engineering drawings, plans and
specifications.
· Demonstrated
communication skills, including the ability to articulate construction concerns
and solutions with teams consisting of individuals with various technical and
educational backgrounds.
· Competence
in report writing and planning, good organizational sense.
· Very
good capability to communicate, negotiate and interact with others.
· Previous
experience working with multicultural contractors' and reporting their
performance.
· Knowledge
of International Standards.
ADDED ADVANTAGE
· Analytical
and problem-solving skills
· Ability
to travel as and when required.
· Advanced
written and spoken English.
How
to apply:
All
candidates who meet the criteria outlined as above are encouraged to send their
CVs/Resumes to: recruitmenttanzania@qsourcing.com or link below not later than 26TH AUGUST 2025.
https://qsourcing.zohorecruit.com/jobs/Careers/735362000008280017/QSTL-EACOP--E-I-H-O-CONSTRUCTION-MANAGER?source=CareerSite
This
position is open to Locals and Expats.
For
any further clarifications call 0748 570 327.
Note:
Only
shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.