Description About the job: Kent is looking for a Senior Project Manager who will manage an entire project team including project engineering managers, projects engineers, engineering disciplines, project services and third parties. Accountable for delivering the major/complex FEED and/or Detailed Design project or part of a major project in accordance with the Contract, within budget and plan and to agreed corporate and client HSSE and Quality standards. We are seeking high calibre people for this key Project Management role that have talent, enthusiasm and drive to influence and be part of our exciting expansion plan. The UK Engineering group will support a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in Low Carbon/ Energy Transition (CCUS, Green Hydrogen, Blue Hydrogen, Offshore Wind, Waste to X, Emissions Reduction) as well as responsibly developing traditional international energy projects. Being confidently hands on particularly as we grow, collaborative (including international workshare and teamworking) and committed to a long-term career within a high- performing and close team are some of the key qualities we are seeking. We follow a hybrid working model that combines office and remote work, with a requirement to be in the Woking office four days a week. This approach supports the development of a strong and effective team dynamic within Engineering. Skills & Responsibilities: Manages, and is responsible for, the successful delivery of FEED, Detailed Design projects and EPCM projects. Ensures Project is executed to HSSE, Quality, Contract, Commercial (Delivery of defined Project Margin) and Schedule requirements, with focus on Client satisfaction. Supports business winning activities and may be required to lead major proposals. Provides Leadership in HSSE and QA/QC. Approves Project HSSE and QA/QC project plans and monitors effective implementation. Supports Project and Corporate Quality Audits were necessary in relation to QA/ QC and HSSE. Engages with Kent Quality and/or Project Management Office (PMO) for Project Start-Up audits and stage gate reviews. Ensures Kents Management System (KMS) is successfully implemented in project execution and leads engagement with the Kent Project Delivery Assurance (PDA) Group throughout the project lifecycle. Establishing and managing the required resources for the Project, including staffing, office facilities, IT infrastructure and IM strategy, regularly reviewing the demobilisation plans of the workforce and project progress to minimise cost and overheads wherever possible. Approves the Project Execution Plan (PEP) and subsidiary coordination procedures for the project and stage gate reviews. Ensure effective implementation and supports Project and Corporate Quality Audits where necessary. Manages the establishment of the Fully Integrated Project Schedule and internal/external progress monitoring and reporting (in accordance with Kent KMS procedures and/or Client specific requirements. Manages project personnel to ensure progress monitoring is effective, enabling control of the project budget. Ensures that a change management process is administered and that corrective action is agreed and implemented at the appropriate level, as and when variations from plans occur. Responsible for all management, commercial and technical decisions relating to the project. Consults with Project Sponsor and/or Director of Projects on major issues relating to the contract or Company relationship and implementation of recommendations for resolution. Ensures that the Main Contract, Supply Chain Contracts and Subcontracts are correctly administered and change management / variations management is managed and controlled in accordance with Contract requirement. Responsible for the establishment and ongoing effective supervision of the entire project team, engaging with direct reports ensuring delegation of supervision is adequately controlled and administered. Provides leadership to ensure technical reviews such as HAZOP, HAZID, value engineering, design integrity, 3D Model reviews are conducted to suitable quality and robustness. Oversee the effective coordination between Kent and Clients, Engineering, Sub-Contractors and any other external or internal agency. In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development. Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: Extensive relevant industry experience. Demonstrable experience of delivering FEED and/or EPC phase Detailed Design projects as a Project Manager within the Oil and Gas and/or New Energy and/or Renewable Industry. Preferable (but not essential) for candidates to have a blend of FEED and EPC experience. Degree Educated in an Engineering related field, Masters and Chartered Status preferred. Membership/Qualification from an accredited Management institution such as PMI and/or APM preferred. We value emotional intelligence at Kent; candidates must have strong leadership and people management skills with a proven ability to positively motivate/influence project delivery and build high-performing integrated teams for both the home office execution teams and our exceptional Global Engineering Centres Delegate authority and responsibility effectively. Shows enthusiasm for the development of personnel within the Project team, supporting Project team members to achieve their defined personal and career development plan. Commercially focused, with demonstrable ability manage Cost forecasting and deliver Project margins, managing Project Change effectively. Excellent knowledge of Planning and Project Controls systems; utilizing analytical data for status assessment and/or decision making. Appreciation of FEED and EPC contracts; and ability to cascade requirements to discipline teams and direct reports. Engages Commercial group as required. Communication: Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills. Behaviour/ Core Competencies: A strong and effective decision manager, guiding team when required. Ensures decisions for key elements are recorded formally within Decision Registers for auditable trail. A strategic thinker, ability to foresee potential issues and proactively manage risk and opportunities throughout the Project. Strong client and stakeholder management skills, ability to influence in a calm and professional manner. Has a passion for HSSE and quality in the execution of Projects, leads by example in this regard.= HSSEQ: The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country. We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Please contact us confidentially at recruitment.uk@kentplc.com to find out how we can support you.