Sr Interface Engineer - External

Job Openings Sr Interface Engineer - External

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in Engineering or an equivalent qualification

Minimum 10 - 12 years relevant work experience, with at least 3-5 years in in major projects experience in fertilizer or petrochemical plants

Managing Activities:

1. External Interface Management

Lead external interface activities under the guidance of the Interface Manager, coordinating with EPCC Contractor, Subcontractors, and relevant external authorities.
Conduct regular external interface coordination meetings, ensuring alignment with the Project Information Manual, Project Procedures, and EPCC Contract obligations.
Ensure all external tie-ins and installations are executed in compliance with approved Work Method Statements, Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings, and contractual requirements.
Maintain and regularly update the External Tie-ins Register, tracking progress and ensuring timely completion of all external works.

2. EPCC Contractor Coordination

Ensure EPCC Contractor and Subcontractor scope related to external interfaces is clearly understood, properly planned, and implemented during engineering and construction phases.
Monitor EPCC Contractors adherence to mechanical completion requirements, interface milestones, and overall project schedule.
Review EPCC Contractors tie-in plans and coordinate with external stakeholders to secure necessary approvals and ensure compliance.

3. Engineering Collaboration

Work closely with discipline engineers to identify and define external interfaces clearly in the EPCC Contract, ensuring scope clarity and alignment with project execution plans.
Ensure that all external interface points are technically validated and documented during the design and execution phases.

4. Documentation & Regulatory Coordination

Identify documentation requirements for each external authority, including but not limited to:

Coordinate with these authorities regarding permit applications, ensuring EPCC Contractor complies with all prerequisites and documentation protocols.
Monitor and follow up to ensure timely receipt of permits by EPCC Contractor, escalating delays and resolving bottlenecks proactively.

5. Schedule & Risk Monitoring

Monitor all critical path activities related to external interfaces and ensure alignment with commissioning-driven schedules.
Identify, report, and track risks associated with external interface activities, and propose mitigation strategies in coordination with the Interface Manager and Project Controls.
Highlight any delays in external interface delivery to the Project Director and agree on mitigation actions to ensure recovery and schedule adherence.

6. Quality, Standards & Compliance

Ensure all external interface activities meet Project quality standards, technical specifications, and good engineering practices.
Maintain compliance with Qatar regulatory requirements, MIC standards, and other statutory obligations.
Verify that all process technologies, tie-ins, and operational aspects are implemented correctly and safely, ensuring readiness for commissioning and operation.

7. Reporting & Documentation

Support the Interface Manager in preparing external interface reports and conducting meetings with stakeholders and authorities.
Track and coordinate delivery of external spare parts, capital spares, and special tools with EPCC Contractor to ensure readiness for commissioning and handover.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of interface activities, approvals, tie-in completions, and stakeholder communications.

8. Interface Register Management

Develop and maintain a Project External Interface Register, mapping all external tie-ins, stakeholders, documentation requirements, and target completion dates.
Ensure the register is regularly updated and used as a control tool to monitor progress and compliance.
Use the register to flag delays, track dependencies, and support decision-making across engineering, construction, and commissioning phases.

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