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SA JobsAugust 11, 2023

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Requisition ID: 11960

Location: Johannesburg, Other/Not Applicable, South Africa

1. POSITION DETAILS

Position Title: Construction Director – ENGIE Southern Africa

Reports to: ENGIE – SA Country Manager / CEO of the Project Company

Department : Construction Development & Commissioning Phases

Period: Fixed-Term Local Employment Contract

Location: Northern Cape / Free State – ( Graspan, Sannespos & Grootspruit) – South Africa

CLOSING DATE:

25 August 2023

2. BACKGROUND

Engie group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 100,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses to offer competitive solutions to our customers. For more information please visit: www.engie.com or www.engie-africa.com

The Group turnover in 2021 was 57.9 billion Euros. The Group is listed on the Paris and Brussels stock exchanges (ENGI) and is represented in the main financial indices (CAC 40, Euronext 100, FTSE Eurotop 100, MSCI Europe) and non-financial indices (DJSI World, DJSI Europe, Euronext Vigeo Eiris – Eurozone 120/ Europe 120/ France 20, MSCI EMU ESG screened, MSCI EUROPE ESG Universal Select, Stoxx Europe 600 ESG, and Stoxx Global 1800 ESG).

We provide individuals, cities and businesses innovative solutions based on our expertise in 4 key Business Units:

Renewable Energy
Thermal and Supply

Energy Solutions
Networks

ENGIE’s Hub for the Asia Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region is headquartered in Dubai. The region has activities in large scale power generation, water desalination, district cooling, energy solutions and renewables including green hydrogen, wind and solar. We act throughout the value chain: strategy, design, engineering, energy-efficient asset construction, digital platforms, operations management, financing syndication and outcome assurance. And, by using globally leading technologies, we create innovative energy and smart solutions that help to make the world a better place.

3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Construction Director will be responsible for:

Implementing HSSE program and supervision in the Project Company and Owner’s team and leading the HSSE culture at the site in conformity with Project Company and Stakeholder targets

Delivering the asset on time, on budget and to the required standards of health, safety, environment and quality by fulfilling contractual requirements and design specs and to deliver 20 years of reliable and sustainable operation.
Monitoring, coordinating and reporting multiple Contractors’ activities at site and during the design review phase, as well as challenging and negotiating with the EPC contractor when deviations arise, with a view to defend the best interest of the Project Company and ENGIE.
Directing the Owner’s Engineer team at site.

Ensuring a smooth and timely completion of all interface activities/information exchanges between all stakeholders (including but not limited to project partners, local communities, external parties).

3.1 Reporting

The Construction Director will be seconded to the Project Company and will report directly to the CEO of the Project Company. This person will also have Developer group construction reporting requirements to fulfil applicable reporting functions within the group.

3.2 Key Accountabilities

Will follow up on plant construction together with the assistance of the Owner’s Engineer to ensure that it is performed properly in terms of quality, schedule, and budget, in line with respective Agreements of each Contractor and PPA.
Has responsibility for HSSE implementation in the Project Company and Owner’s team and in leading Developer’s strict HSSE culture at the site, with the support of HSSE Manager.

Monitors the work at site and liaises and coordinates the efforts of the Owner’s Engineer, local contractors, local authorities, interface partners and the Contractors, as Owner’s Single Point of Contact (SPOC) on site.
Manages the technical and schedule interfaces between the different contractors are aligned in conformity with the contracts and the needs of the project.
Organizes and chairs the construction and progress management meetings with all the contractors to handle progress and all outstanding issues.

Respect governance rules and delegation of authority as decided in the Shareholder agreements.
Timely reports technical variances to the CEO of the Project Company and proposes jointly with the Owners Engineer mitigation and alternative solutions.
Report and present issues related to construction and commissioning during Project Company Board meetings and any other similar forums.

Ensure that any agreed corrective actions to mitigate the impacts of any variances are planned and implemented.
Will monitor and keep updated the overall construction schedule of the Project by integrating the Contractors’ schedules with the schedule of permits, authorizations to be obtained, and other contractual obligations to be fulfilled.
Will lead technical and contractual meetings with the Contractors, Off taker, utility suppliers, environmental authorities, and any other key stakeholders.

Will timely review the organization & logistics implemented during construction phase to avoid delays.
Will direct the work of the Owner Engineer during design review and construction supervision and assess/manage their performance. Will chair selected design review meetings with Contractors and Owner’s
Engineer and take technical decisions with the support of the Owner’s Engineer.

Will review the commissioning procedures received from the Contractors.
Will issue the commissioning procedures on behalf of the Project Company based on the Contractors’ procedures.
Will understand all contractual test procedures, particularly Performance Test procedures/reports and coordinate/issue reports to the Off taker with the support of Owner’s Engineer based on Contractors’ reports.

Works in partnership with the Project Company’s HSSE Officer(s) to ensure the Contractors implements HSSE measures onsite and offsite in accordance with the contract and local legislation.
Will assist the Project Company CEO in contractual/commercial issues under the PPA.
Will analyze request for any change/variation orders received from the Contractors and Service Providers and provide recommendations to the Project Company CEO.

Will handle technical issues onsite and offsite during the construction period with support from the Owner’s Engineer and advise.
Will interact with the Lender’s Engineer, Insurance Advisers, and Operation & Maintenance teams, or their representatives.
Will issue weekly and monthly progress reports to the Project Company as well as comply with Developer Group reporting requirements.

Will write technical memorandum summarizing issues as and when occurred during design review and construction phases.
Will supervise the issuance of the milestone completion certificates, invoices, mechanical completion certificates and punch list of the different contractors.
Will formally handover the Project to the Operation and Maintenance Team and ensure smooth mobilization of and transition to the O&M Company.

Will host various internal and external visitors at site (developer, partners, lenders, authorities, etc.) and write formal communications or technical letters to the stakeholders (off-takers, contractors, suppliers etc.)
Is responsible for the management of the site office of the Project Company including use thereof by the Owner’s Engineer.
Shall work in close collaboration with Project Company CEO and Developer teams.

Will manage the relationship with the local communities.
Will ensure that all economic development commitments made at bid submission are achieved

3.3 Contractual/Commercial

Will be very familiar with IPP project structures, project finance documents, utility-scale EPC contracts and PPAs
Timely reports all contractual/commercial variances to the CEO of the Project Company and proposes mitigation or alternative solution.
Will assist CEO in writing contractual letters to EPC Contractor, Off taker and other interested and involved stakeholders.

Will identify/anticipate deliverables to be given to the Off taker, authorities, sponsors and lenders in due course.
Will issue the letters to the Off taker concerning contractual obligations under the Offtake agreements.
Will coordinate smooth progress of commissioning and testing with the Off taker and Dispatch Control Centre.

Will assist the Project Company in claims management to and from the Contractors and any other Service Providers.

3.4 Other

Ability to work in broad cultural spectrum.

Ability to communicate well with all stakeholders, both in writing and verbally.
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
Ability to lead multiple teams.

Having no restriction to travel domestically and internationally between construction sites/workplaces and Developer offices/events.

4. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

Country Manager Southern Africa
Managing Director/s Thermal & Supply and Renewables AMEA Regions
General Counsel ENGIE Southern Africa
General Counsel AMEA Region
AMEA Legal and Ethics team
Business development teams
Acquisition, investment and financial advisory teams
Engineering and technical support teams
External:

Off-takers
Tendering authorities
Project companies
Operation and maintenance companies
Joint venture partners
Subcontractors
the Authorities and representatives of partners in the Project Company.
Lender legal advisors

5. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Degree / Experience

University Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering.
Additional qualifications and registrations would be advantageous (HSE, project management, finance, business management).
Minimum 10-15 years of project and site experience in utility scale power generation projects.
Extensive knowledge of renewable energy sources, construction of power plants and associated technical and contractual understanding.
Experience in one or more of the following fields:
Energy Industry
Large infrastructure project development
Behavioural Competencies

Requires strong character as he/she will be in front line with the Contractors, Owners’ Engineer, Off taker, the Authorities and representatives of partners in the Project Company.
Strong technical knowledge of large-scale projects (renewable energy production) which will allow him/her to rapidly identify potential issues on site, to investigate and address them together with the Contractors and the Owner’s Engineer.
Good knowledge and experience of construction processes, best practices/norms, contracts, and international standards.
Strong contract/claim management and negotiations skills.
Strong communication and reporting skills.
Must be able to work both independently and lead team structures with ability to bridge cultural differences.
Goal and result orientated, able to prioritize issues in the best interest of the project.
Highest ethical standards.
Flexibility and ability to take initiative;
Maintains high ethical standards;

Specific Knowledge/skills:

Strong technical knowledge of large-scale projects (renewable energy production) which will allow him/her to rapidly identify potential issues on site, to investigate and address them together with the Contractors and the Owner’s Engineer.
Extensive knowledge and experience of construction processes, best practices/norms, contracts, and international standards.

Strong contract/claim management and negotiations skills.
Strong communication and reporting skills.
Must be able to work both independently and lead team structures with ability to bridge cultural differences.

Goal and result orientated, able to prioritize issues in the best interest of the project.
Highest ethical standards.
Superior written and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong negotiating skills

Language:

English

Location/travel

Location: Northern Cape/Free State – Sannespos, Graspan & Grootspruit, South Africa.

Possibility to travel Through Africa and outside the region (e.g. Paris, Belgium, Dubai).

6. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures;

Behaves in a professional and responsible way;
Lives the values of the Company.

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions

Business Unit: GBU Renewables

Division: REN AMEA – South Africa

Legal Entity: ENGIE Southern Africa (Prioprietary) Limited

Contract Type: Fixed-Term

Job Type: Full – Time

Professional Experience: Senior (experience >15 years)
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree