Project Services Lead

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About the Role:

Lead the key project services activities in support of the Execute Phase of the Woodside Louisiana LNG project.  These activities include, but not limited to estimating/benchmarking, cost & schedule risk management, planning/progress measurement, cost control, information management/document control, performance management and reporting, change management, assurance, and closeout & handover.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Deliver Project Services activities in accordance with company values, policies, standards and expected behaviours.
• Promote Woodside Safety Culture
• Promote a positive and inclusive culture built on trust and collaboration
• Promote culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Establish an integrated Project Services Work environment to optimise use of available resources to complete work scopes within time and budget constraints
• Complete individual performance reviews, development plans, competency assessments as applicable

• Lead the progression of the Project through the IMF stage gate process and in-particular from Design into Execute and then Operate
• Lead the development of applicable stage gate deliverables including Basis of Estimate, Basis of Schedule, Estimate, Schedule, Cost & Schedule Risk Assessment, Project Services Implementation Plan etc.
• Establish and manage the project control budget and baseline schedule
• Support/mentor teams through periodic cost & schedule deep dives and risk/uncertainty reviews
• Establish applicable project KPI’s and implement performance management and reporting process
• Maintain, track and forecast scope, cost and schedule trends
• Provide project status analysis & insights to management and JV partners
• Administer change management process
• Manage the project annual budget and SoX compliance processes
• Coordinate the project information management/document control activities
• Promote knowledge sharing and collaboration amongst fellow project team members
• Promote cross-functional information exchange to improve team awareness

• Foster solid relationships with key stakeholders
• Lead communications with the business to ensure aligned expectations and delivery to commitments
• Govern compliance with corporate project services processes and procedures
• Develop/implement fit-for-purpose systems and processes to enable optimal solutions and outcomes
• Lead and manage realistic expectations for the Project Services team
• Lead with sense of ownership and responsibility
• Participate in Industry forums e.g. IPA, Performance Forum etc.

Skills & Experience:

Skills

• Excellent understanding of Project Services processes, systems/tools, dependencies and best practices
• Good understanding of cost and schedule risk modelling techniques & tools
• Knowledge of internal and external benchmarking practices
• Excellent stakeholder engagement & communication skills
• Good knowledge and understanding of onshore project execution and delivery - familiarity of LNG projects preferred
• Effective project change management
• Good understanding of various contracting strategies and procurement management
• Familiarity with dependent finance related activities and deliverables
• Experience with SoX requirements
• Experience with continuous improvement and leading change

Competencies

• Business analytic skills (reporting, monitoring compliance and implementing improvements)
• Strong influencing, negotiation and communication (presentation/written/oral) skills
• Critical thinking, problem solving and strong analytical skills
• Strong work activity planning and execution skills
• Ability to facilitate workshop and guide risk based decision making
• Able to work on multiple projects of various size and complexity
• Able to identify opportunities and develop innovative solutions
• Able to work in small to large multi-disciplinary teams, and share and transfer knowledge within the teams
• Effectively manage change to work tasks and the work environment
• Ability to co-ordinate and undertake project reviews with external contractors and the project team

Qualification

• A recognized tertiary degree in the relevant discipline or equivalent qualification/experience

Experience

• Over 10 years of project services experience with at least 2-3 years of experience across Offshore and Onshore major Projects in the Energy industry
• Experience in managing large complex projects
• Experience in dealing with Contractors and JV partners
• Experience in project cost & schedule reviews
• Experience in cost and schedule risk modelling
• Experience in use, preparation, update, and roll-out of functional guidelines
• Experience of working with multi-disciplinary team

If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Duration of Assignment:  While the position is initially fixed term, it may be considered permanent for the ideal candidate. 

Role Location: Houston

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Friday December 06, 2024.

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.