1. Scope Development
- Define the scope of the HDD project, including objectives, deliverables, and milestones.
2. Site Surveys and Assessments
- Oversee the geological and environmental site assessments. This includes understanding soil conditions, water tables, and other physical factors that affect drilling.
3. Budget and Resource Planning
- Develop detailed project budgets, allocate resources, and create project schedules.
4. Procurement and Contract Management
- Lead the procurement process for equipment, materials, and subcontractors. Ensure compliance with contractual agreements, including terms and conditions.
5. Identify Risks
- Identify potential risks related to geology, weather, environmental impacts, and technology. Proactively develop risk mitigation plans.
6. Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure the project complies with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental, safety, and zoning laws.
7. Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)
- Develop and enforce safety protocols specific to HDD operations. This includes the management of hazardous materials, managing drilling fluid, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.
8. Execution and Coordination
- Team Leadership: Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, drill operators, technicians, and laborers, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.
- Stakeholder Management: Regularly communicate with key stakeholders such as clients, subcontractors, regulatory bodies, and suppliers to provide updates and address concerns.
- Monitoring and Control: Oversee the progress of the HDD operation, ensuring work is completed according to project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Problem Solving: Address unexpected challenges during drilling operations such as soil conditions, equipment malfunctions, or environmental concerns.
9. Quality Assurance and Control
- Quality Monitoring: Implement quality assurance and control processes to ensure the integrity of the HDD process and the installed infrastructure.
- Inspection and Testing: Oversee any testing, inspections, and reporting required throughout the project. This can include testing the installed utilities for pressure, functionality, or other performance criteria.
- Post-Project Evaluation: Conduct a post-project evaluation to assess the completion of deliverables and identify areas of improvement for future projects.
10. Budget and Financial Management
- Cost Control: Monitor and control project costs to ensure it stays within the budget. This includes tracking expenditures, managing cost overruns, and negotiating any changes to the scope or contract.
- Billing and Invoicing: Ensure that all invoicing and billing activities are completed in a timely manner according to project milestones and contract terms.
- Financial Reporting: Provide regular financial reports to senior management or clients, highlighting costs, variances, and potential risks.
11. Communication and Reporting
- Client Communication: Regularly update clients on the progress of the project. This includes reporting milestones, potential issues, and any adjustments to the schedule or budget.
- Internal Reporting: Communicate project status, risks, and challenges to upper management and stakeholders.
- Documentation: Ensure all project documentation, including contracts, permits, design changes, and progress reports, is maintained and organized.
- Completion and Handover: Ensure that the project is completed according to specifications and deliverables are handed over to the client.
- As-Built Documentation: Oversee the preparation of as-built drawings, operation manuals, and any required documentation for the client.
- Project Review: Conduct a project review meeting with all team members to evaluate the performance of the project and identify lessons learned for future endeavors.
Job Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Some positions may also accept a degree in Construction Management or Environmental Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of working experience in construction management or Environmental Engineering.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of HDD operations, including drilling equipment, drilling fluids, and geotechnical considerations.
- Project Management Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) certification, or similar qualifications, is often required.
- Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership skills to manage large teams and ensure clear communication between stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving Ability: The ability to make quick decisions in the face of challenges.
- Safety and Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of industry safety standards and regulatory requirements, including environmental concerns related to HDD.
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