Logistics Construction Engineer

An Offshore Wind Energy Operator is looking for an INSTALLATION VESSEL LOGISTICS CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER to supporting the mobilisation logistics of its installation vessels and managing the contractor through the installation phase. The vessels will complete foundation & WTG installation works. This role is to start ASAP (ASAP) on an initial 12 months' contract with offshore installation to continue until 2018.

The Logistics Construction Engineer will become an integral part of the logistics/installation team and to provide support to the Offshore Logistics Manager in the delivery of the various engineering tasks required to secure the completion of the offshore installation scopes, specifically monopole foundations and WTG, in respect to time, cost, safety, quality and interfaces.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Supporting the technical input and interfaces from other packages affecting the installation (eg design, fabrication, pre-assembly etc.).
- Involved in co-ordination and contractual development of scour, WTG and foundation logistic and installation concepts and scope.
- Involved in commercial and technical tendering process management.
- Technical design review, including risk assessment, method statements, lift plans and all needed operating instructions.
- Evaluation of vessel engineering development, including deck layouts, sea fastenings and guide line concepts.
- Evaluation and development of layouts of potential ports for storage and load out.
- Support the installation scopes through the mobilisation and execution phases, including risk and budgetary management, reporting as required and production of all documentation to project close-out.
- Developing and improving logistical concepts alongside potential suppliers.
- Working closely with Offshore Logistics Manager on the organisation, co-ordination and management of the transport and installation planning of an Offshore Wind Farm.

REQUIREMENTS:

ESSENTIAL:

- Extensive experience of engineering project and/or construction management, including management of contractors and specialist consultants.
- A strong knowledge of UK offshore project management and HSSE regulations, guidelines and standards.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to present concepts clearly and concisely.
- Relevant experiences in WTG and foundation storage/sea fastening, load in/out, transportation, offshore installation and upending procedures.
- Experienced in offshore piling and scour protection.

DESIRABLE:

- Qualification in a relevant engineering field such as Mechanical Engineering or Naval Architecture, preferably to degree level, or Master Mariner.