Jeremy Smith
Senior Department Manager - Nuclear Project Management
Abu Dhabi
Summary
I am a versatile Senior Manager specializing in Engineering Project Team management and skilled at planning, implementing and overseeing key improvements to drive project delivery. I have a history of cultivating strong relationships with Senior Leaders, Key external stakeholders and direct staff to enable success. I consider myself a forward-thinking Senior Manager adept at managing large teams of employees to accomplish challenging objectives. Lastly I have a strong sense of discipline and control to deliver quality.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager - Site Projects (Engineering)
Nawah Energy Company
08.2019 - Current
- Developed the Asset Management Plan (AMP) which provided a streamlined approach to project prioritization, funding, budgeting for long term planning and alignment with Plant needs
- Developed project initiation process which supports the AMP
- Aligned the Engineering Project process with the Nawah PMO Governance processes
- Integrated Engineering Design inputs to support Project deliverables
- Major Project: Supporting Equipment reliability through the initiation and management of the ERIP Program
- Resource planning, budgeting and management to support delivery of critical projects
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Provide Reporting to to C-Level Leadership
Head - Corporate Projects
Nawah Energy Company
12.2017 - 08.2019
- Monitor and Control delivery of Corporate Projects supporting Org Readiness for transitioning to Fuel Load and Plant start up
- Oversee the Team in developing Project Schedules for U3/4 Organization Readiness
- Monitor and Control Project Schedules
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Project Manager - Corporate Projects
Nawah / Emirates Nuclear Energy Company
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Manage the Barakah Unit 1 Fuel Load Project, Organisation Readiness to obtain approval for the Operating Licence Application, Initial Fuel Load preparation, Execution of initial Fuel Load, Mentorship to Emirati nationals
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
Manager: Nuclear Project Execution Department (Operational)
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
08.2010 - 09.2016
- Manage the Nuclear Project Management Execution Programme (Operational Projects) ito the PMBOK 10 Knowledge Areas,
- Oversee the execution of the Programme
- Identify and investigate problem areas, evaluate solutions and recommend viable options
- Provide coaching and guidance to all Execution Group Managers and Project Managers
- Provide Advisory function and Management support to the Nuclear Project Management Executive Manager (E-Band),
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station CP1 Alignment Project Snr Project Manager
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
02.2008 - 07.2010
- Leading and managing the PMO for the Koeberg CP1 project (Safety Alignment to Electricite' de France Power Plants)
- Execute the work for each phase of the project, facilitate, identification and investigation of problem areas, and evaluate solutions and recommendations of viable options
- Provide Stakeholder management within the organisation at various levels
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Project Engineering - Mechanical Group Manager
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
01.2006 - 02.2008
- Manage projects and Project Leaders for the mechanical project programme
- Manage project teams and execution
- Pre-plan projects: Analyse project proposals by determining and compiling scope of work, estimated deviations, manning levels, skill and material requirements
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Project Engineering - Mechanical Project Leader
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
05.2003 - 12.2005
- Pre-plan projects: Analyse project proposals by determining and compiling scope of work, estimated deviations, manning levels, skill- and material requirements
- Compile project plans accordingly
- Manage projects: execute the work for each phase of the project, identify and investigate problem areas, evaluate solutions and recommend viable options, Ensure that all required spares are timeously available, Control and co-ordinate relevant aspects of plant recommissioning in conjunction with seconded Operating staff, Conduct technical evaluation of tenders, Control project budget
- Compile and complete all relevant detailed progress and completion reports, identify critical areas, problems and deviations - replan and compile contingency plans
- Stand-in function to the Mechanical Project Manager as and when required
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Maintenance Work Control Co-ordinator
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
06.2002 - 04.2003
- Reviewing Procedures, Supervise Technicians in terms of work preparation, Ensure on-line maintenance work preparation completed timeously, Ensure shutdown work preparation completed timeously, Represent department in Station work control forums, online maintenance & shutdown maintenance, Review weekly project plans for on-line maintenance, Provide department statistics for work control, i.e
- Trending of preparation and turnover, Develop processes to improve department performance, manpower efficiency, Stand-in as Section head as required
Pipe Replacement on Koebergs' Primary Coolant Water Makeup System
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
06.2001 - 06.2002
- Member of project management team from a maintenance perspective
- Compiled pipe replacement project schedules
- Provided the interface function between Maintenance & Engineering, Provided technical support i.e. On-job problem solving
Welding Technician
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Investigate defects on plant where welding input is required, Compile work packages for the welding work to performed, ie
- Welding procedures to be used, detailing repairs method and NDT requal, providing quality plans, gannt charts, etc, Supervise work teams as required
- Ensure work continuity of Technicians & workshop staff, Perform project work as required, Gannt charts included, Provide equipment history reports, Provide technical presentations,
- Corrective actions custodians, ensuring all corrective actions were closed out, Procurement of materials, Operating Experience Custodian
Engineering Assistant
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Perform OHSA Hydrostatic Tests, Perform visual inspections of components, Assisted in performing dye-penetrant tests, Assisted in performing Magnetic Particle Inspections, Performed eddy current inspections on Koeberg's Reactor pressure Vessel instrumentation thimbles
- Worked in the Projects Section developing UT techniques (automated/semi automated)
- Worked with Siemens on the Reactor Pressure Vessel UT Inspection
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Project Management - Project Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Certificate - Project Management
Stellenbosch Business School
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Dipoma - Mechanical Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Certification - Welding Inspector
South African Institute of Welding
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic Planning
Talent Development
Operations Management
Resource Allocation
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Cross-Functional Communication
Documentation And Reporting
Reporting management
Partnership Development
Organizational improvement
Budget Oversight
Reporting oversight
Budget Administration
Human Resources Management
Additional Training
ENARA Senior Nuclear Leadership Program, 2019
Barakah Power Plant Systems Training, 2018
NOSA Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, 2012
Du Pont Senior Management Training (Construction Regs), 2008
OHSA Construction Regulations, 2007
New Engineering Contracts 2
Professional Services Contract (PSC), 2005
New Engineering Contracts 2 Engineering & Construction Contract (ECC), 2005
New Engineering Contracts 2 Engineering & Construction Short Contract (ECSC), 2001
Finesse SAP R/3 Business Course, 2000
MS Project, 2001
INPO Supervisors Training 2001
Professional Leadership Development Programme 2001
Quality Assurance, 2000
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Primary Plant Systems Training, 1998
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Secondary Plant Systems Training, 1999
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Auxiliary Plant Systems Training, 2000
Contact Details
- +971 50 274 5567, UAE
- +2782 430 9940, SA
Dependants
2
Health
Excellent
Hobbies interests
- Leadership
- Travel
- Culture
Personal Information
- Age: 42
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Mr Warren Whittaker, VP (Engineering) - Nawah Energy Company +971 54 479 6458
- Mr Bruce Rash, Director (Engineering) - Nawah Energy Company +971 50 573 6852 / +1 630 888 8467
- Mr Thegan Govendar - (ex Nuclear Executive) +27 82 872 7559
- Mr Sedick Davis, General Manager - Eskom, +2782 809 1994
- Mr Bokkie Breedt, Manager: (ex Contract Management Nuclear), +2782 467 4472
Accomplishments
- Exceptional Performance Awards for being an exceptional performer and continuously contributing to the goals of Nawah:
- 2017
- 2019
- 2023
- Successfully completed the ENARA Excellence in Nuclear Leadership Program
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Intermediate (B1)
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Senior Manager - Site Projects (Engineering)
Nawah Energy Company
08.2019 - Current
Head - Corporate Projects
Nawah Energy Company
12.2017 - 08.2019
Project Manager - Corporate Projects
Nawah / Emirates Nuclear Energy Company
10.2016 - 12.2017
Manager: Nuclear Project Execution Department (Operational)
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
08.2010 - 09.2016
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station CP1 Alignment Project Snr Project Manager
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
02.2008 - 07.2010
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Project Engineering - Mechanical Group Manager
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
01.2006 - 02.2008
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Project Engineering - Mechanical Project Leader
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
05.2003 - 12.2005
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Maintenance Work Control Co-ordinator
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
06.2002 - 04.2003
Pipe Replacement on Koebergs' Primary Coolant Water Makeup System
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
06.2001 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Technology - Project Management - Project Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
04.2001 -
Certificate - Project Management
Stellenbosch Business School
04.2001 -
National Dipoma - Mechanical Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
04.2001 -
Certification - Welding Inspector
South African Institute of Welding
04.2001 -
Welding Technician
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
01.1999 - 01.2001
Engineering Assistant
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station
01.1998 - 01.1999
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