Field Materials Manager

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This position works with Engineering, Procurement, Subcontracts, Expediting, Logistics, Quality Assurance, Project Controls and Construction Management teams to establish site materials management plans and establish a full overview of materials through all stages of the Supply Chain process from initial identification of material requirements to delivery of materials at final destination.
The Site Material & Logistics Manager and the plans they create have a positive impact on project execution, in their mitigation against late deliveries, increased surplus and additional craft / labour hours.
Principal Accountabilities :
Assists in the calculation of detailed schedules for equipment, materials, and labor with respect to schedule needs versus resource capabilities.
Plans and completes the material management of bulk and engineered equipment, systems, and construction materials in support of project operations within established material management plans, policies, and procedures.
Be the focal point for all onsite logistics movements including organising plant, equipment & transport for material shipments, either to/from on or offsite contractors or Construction locations.
This may be through an existing Contractor arrangement or via 3rd party companies.
Ensure lifting plans are in place, reviewed & approved for all required lifts.
Review material status reports to provide material delivery updates to Construction Management.
Advise Construction Management of developments that may substantially affect project costs or schedules and work with project teams and suppliers to find mitigating solutions.
Support Project and Construction Management in the identification and assessment of risks with respect to supply of equipment and materials to the job site.
Provide training and workshops on Materials Management practices, standards, and methodologies.
Integrate contractor personnel into the team as it is envisaged that contractor personnel will supplement the AP team but will be led by the AP Materials & Logistics Manager.
Support and collaborate with Construction Management and other team members on materials & logistics issues.
Make recommendations to improve, raise awareness, be knowledgeable of, and understand the current schedule on all equipment and materials; address any problems/concerns.
Analyse material allocation forecasts, and provide recommendations to the project for necessary corrective action (e.g., early identification of potential surplus, optimal expediting, identify impacts of delays in material delivery and provide construction alternatives, etc.)
Co-ordinate & expedite material deliveries from both the Expediting & Logistics functions to ensure no hold ups in material deliveries.
Receive material deliveries on-site, open and check material upon arrival for compliance to Purchase Order requirements in terms of Qty, Quality, Damage, Short receipt, storage & subsequent issue to Site Contractors.
Record all Material deliveries via MRR into Smart Materials (SMat) & issue OS&D for any discrepancies for resolution by Home Office.
Be a 'Hands on' Material Manager with a can do attitude to understand where all materials are located on Site & ensure Smart Materials reflects true & accurate information with regards to Materials.
Assist Engineering and Procurement Managers in ensuring that Shop Quality control plans and schedules are in place, and that problems and concerns are being given proper attention.
Issue weekly/monthly reports of site material management & logistics activities for the project showing overall status and identifying significant delivery slippages against the construction schedule.
Maintain Materials Location Logs and Inventory Lists for ready access to equipment and materials that are on site.
Review receiving and shipping notices, yard layouts and reports schedule inadequacies.
Ensure materials management personnel meet with construction supervisors to coordinate flow of materials to the work fronts.
Support the Construction Manager in the development of labor hours and Staffing Plans and Procedures, if necessary.
Implement ERP systems including Scheduling/Planning, Inventory, Purchasing, and Receiving modules.
Experience in performing Site Material Management on projects in the EPC industry.
Experience leading and supervising a medium-sized team.
Strong organization and planning skills.
Use of Smart Materials Software in a Construction Site environment.
Experience in complex procurement environments on major capital projects.
Solid understanding of material management, logistics and construction planning.
Strong ability to train and mentor less skilled material coordinators to achieve success.
Ability to support and influence project teams to achieve targets and goals.
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
A demonstrated ability/experience using planning/scheduling software and systems.
Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Construction Management or Business with a concentration in supply chain.
More than 10 years of experience as Site Materials/Logistics Manager in an EPC project environment preferably in remote locations.
Excellent working knowledge of Smart Materials (SMat) Site Module and other Materials Management Systems.
We are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience.
We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.
At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter.
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