The role of the Senior Projects Controls Engineer is to perform the tasks relating to the technical aspects of projects that have been agreed with the Project Manager at the outset. The Senior Projects Controls Engineer will provide on an ongoing basis, technical assistance to the site team on all controls and monitoring systems and ensure the installation is completed in compliance with the intended design, drawings and specifications.
KEY TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES
EHS
· Read and understand EHS Plan.
Procurement
· Produce RFQ’s packs for materials and equipment and forward to Capex Buyer.
· Evaluate RFQ return’s for compliance and report to PM and Capex Buyer.
· Develop and update Technical Submittal Register.
· Mark-up Equipment Quotes to advise PM of the correct scope that aligns with the Technical submittal.
Quality
· Review, comment and understand Quality Plan, the ITP.
· Review, comment and understand CTQ matrix for the project.
· Develop and agree testing protocol’s for FAT’s and SAT’s & Align to CX RACI Matrix.
· Develop system list and trackers.
· Co-ordinate the definition of system boundaries.
· Develop and agree Test Pack List and Contents with relevant authorities.
· Create Test packs with the assistance of the Document Controller.
· Develop and update Tracking matrix for Test packs and walk-downs.
· Receipt verification (RV) of controls equipment and materials arriving on site including all free issue OFCI controls equipment.
· Attend, supervise and record FAT’s as dictated in the ITP.
· Co-ordinate and record the execution of SAT’s as dictated in the ITP.
· Witness agreed percentage of on-site testing.
· Carry out Internal pre-test walk using schematics and P&ID’s to ensure each system is in technical compliance with the approved design and record results.
· Track Closure of snags and advise PM on progress.
· Ensure Test Packs are complete and ready for Third Party inspection and Walk-down.
· Lead Third Party walk-downs as dictated in the ITP and commissioning plan.
· Population of test packs, checking for accuracy, completeness and tracking of same.
· Ensure O&Ms are produced in line with the specification and agreed program.
Planning
· Review and understand how a project schedule is constructed and labour loaded.
· Understand how the commissioning schedule is integrated into overall schedule.
· Update commissioning tracker on a regular basis and identify any risks and mitigations.
Business Development
· Prepare technical summary of the scope of work and the key challenges and submit to PM for approval.
· Develop relationship with clients and designers through daily interactions and by attending social events.
· Report any potential leads to securing new work to PM.
Engineering
· Complete technical review of complete project controls and monitoring systems and record notes.
· Develop Equipment schedule’s and assign the appropriate Tag references.
· Develop and track design responsibility matrix for approval by the PM.
· Develop Design Deviation Log to ensure the team are aware of the agreed deviations from design.
· Validate the design using the RFI process and performing the appropriate high-level technical calculations.
· Identify and evaluate value engineering or cost saving opportunities from a technical perspective.
· Develop schematic’s & P&ID’s when gaps exist in the design (ie for Fire smoke damper systems or leak detection systems)
· Review and understand The BIM executing plan
· Review and understand the commissioning Plan and the Tracking Plan for the project.
· Review the BIM model and co-ordinated drawings to ensure
it is compliance with the P&ID’s and schematics
that there is sufficient access to plant and equipment for commissioning, maintenance and replacement.
that there is sufficient space and room on containment for future expansion and in line with specifications.
· Red line P&ID’s and schematics with any changes from the design intent.
· Development and track production of Technical Submittals.
· Manage change from a technical perspective, updating logs and schedules as required.
· Clarify technical queries with the design team through the request for information (RFI) system.
· Tag Devices and instrumentation and spot each device on site in consultation with controls vendor and designer.
· Attend technical and commissioning meetings with members of the design team, contractors, and in-house project team.
· Assist with development of commissioning Plan and implementation of same.
· Manage equipment vendors and specialist commissioning contactors when on site.
· Manage and track commissioning activities in line with agreed plan.
· Track the close out of commissioning snags in conjunction with the PM and supervisors.
· Witness and verify commissioning activities and ensure certification is fully complete and aligned with the specification.
· Manage the production of the O&M manuals in compliance with the specification.
· Develop plan and undertake client training as required.
Communications
· Ensure weekly reports and trackers are developed and issued as agreed with the PM
Risk
· Highlight any risks that arise to the PM/ and populate Risk Log .
· Review and validate all controls documentation, identify any risks and develop mitigation plans.
Commercial
· Understand the commercial fundamentals of a project including profit plans, potential variation logs and take offs’ etc.
· Advise the QS and PM of any potential cost impacts to the project on an ongoing basis.
HR
· Mentor Junior Engineers and assist in their development.
· Attend CPD workshops and events.