Project Manager - Piping
1 day ago
Bridgwater
Project Manager – Piping Location: Site Based at HPC Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Execution • Develop and implement detailed project execution plans, construction schedules, and work methodologies for piping works., • Plan manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractor resources to meet project milestones., • Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure constructability and timely availability of drawings and materials., • Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly construction progress and take corrective actions to address delays or deviations. Construction Management • Manage all site piping activities including fabrication, erection, welding, NDT, pressure testing, flushing, reinstatement, and mechanical completion., • Ensure proper implementation of construction procedures, method statements, and work permits., • Supervise and guide construction managers, supervisors, engineers, and foremen., • Interface with other disciplines (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation) to ensure integrated execution. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) • Enforce strict adherence to HSE policies, procedures, and project-specific safety plans., • Promote a strong safety culture through toolbox talks, safety meetings, and audits., • Ensure all piping activities comply with risk assessments, job safety analyses (JSA), and permit-to-work systems., • Investigate incidents and implement corrective and preventive actions. Quality Assurance & Control • Ensure compliance with applicable piping codes and standards (e.g., ASME, ANSI, API, ISO)., • Oversee QA/QC activities including material traceability, welding qualifications, inspection, and testing., • Review and approve inspection and test plans (ITPs) and ensure timely client and third-party inspections., • Ensure proper documentation for mechanical completion and handover. Cost Control & Budget Management • Manage project budgets related to piping construction works., • Track costs, productivity, and resource utilization; identify cost overruns and implement corrective actions., • Review and approve variations, claims, and change orders related to piping scope., • Support commercial teams with progress measurement and invoicing. Stakeholder & Client Coordination • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors on piping construction matters., • Conduct regular progress meetings and prepare detailed reports on schedule, cost, quality, and safety., • Resolve technical, commercial, and execution issues in collaboration with stakeholders. Risk & Change Management • Identify construction risks and develop mitigation strategies., • Manage changes to scope, schedule, and resources while minimizing impact on project objectives., • Ensure lessons learned are captured and applied throughout the project lifecycle. Project Closeout & Handover • Lead piping mechanical completion, system walkdowns, punch list clearance, and pre-commissioning activities., • Ensure as-built documentation, test packs, and handover dossiers are complete and approved., • Support commissioning and startup teams as required. Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline., • 10–15 years of experience in piping construction, with at least 5 years in a project management or senior construction role., • Strong knowledge of piping construction practices, welding, inspection, and international codes and standards., • Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary construction teams and subcontractors. Skills & Competencies • Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills., • Excellent planning, organizational, and time-management abilities., • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills., • Proficiency in project management tools and construction reporting systems. This role is critical to ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient delivery of piping construction projects from mobilization through final handover.