Offshore Project Manager - FDP/FEED Leader

Location 2500 CITYWEST BLVD STE 400, Houston, TX, 77042, United States Employee Type FT Exempt Position Summary The Kossipo Project Manager is fully accountable for delivering and executing a technically robust, economically resilient, development plan for the Kossipo Field in Block CI-40, offshore Côte d’Ivoire. The primary responsibility will be the advancement of a greenfield discovery into production by 2030 by facilitating the planning, engineering and eventual execution of the work. Discovery and appraisal drilling has been undertaken, and work is currently focused on assessing key decisions that will allow finalization of a Field Development Plan. The candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the project including coordinating all technical and commercial work necessary to achieve FDP approval and proceed forward to a Final Investment Decision. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Works as Coordinator across multi-discipline Commercial, Legal, Drilling, Facilities, HSSE and Subsurface teams for the establishment of the Field Development Plan including: Integrated subsurface-to-export development planning Selection of optimal development concept Subsea architecture and drilling strategy definition Contracting strategy and execution model Cost and schedule definition Host Government and JV partner alignment Risk management and readiness for sanction Manages all external vendors, engineers and consultants, including selected FEED contractor, to ensure an integrated Project approach Interacts with host government officials, partner technical staff as required Develops and manages a fully integrated Schedule for the Project and holds responsibility for maintaining that Schedule throughout the life of the Project Develops and manages a fully integrated Budget for the Project and holds responsibility for tracking and maintaining that Budget throughout the life of the Project Represents the project to Executive Management Uses sound understanding of risk analysis of projects with an emphasis on risk reduction and return on investment Facilities Project meetings and manages all major interfaces Presents updates to Executive staff on a frequent basis Responsible for ensuring the project is sufficiently resourced and full alignment throughout the Project Team Ensure contract requirements are understood and adhered to and that all required documentation is maintained Additional tasks as assigned by business/management. Education & Required Experience Bachelor’s degree in related discipline 15+ years of offshore oil and gas experience 5+ years in deepwater project leadership HUET and OGUK certifications required Skills, Qualifications and Other Requirements Experience in PSC environments in Africa preferred PMP Certification preferred Strong technical background Proven experience delivering FDP and FEED for subsea or FPSO-based developments Strong commercial and contracting acumen including understanding of industry economics, discounted cash flow modeling, costs, profitability analysis, fiscal systems, and financial drivers Demonstrated experience managing Joint Venture environments Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills with focus on technical and cost efficiency Excellent communication with a heavy emphasis on presentations to the Executive staff Ability to influence, build trust and build alignment across all organization levels High level of self-motivation, organization and adaptability to shifting priorities and challenges Must have a high degree of computer literacy Physical Demands Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks and duties as outlined above. Willingness and ability to travel to Côte d’Ivoire and other work locations, such as fabrication and manufacturing facilities, including offshore locations, as needed. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment will vary between corporate or home office settings and remote project sites. This position may require extended travel or temporary relocation assignments (30+ days). #J-18808-Ljbffr Kids for the Future