We are hiring a Study Advisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Study Planning and Design: 

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define the scope and objectives of Studies for proposed capital or closure projects.
• Participate in business case development. Analyse business needs and provides input into the development of practical solutions to difficult problems.
• Develop comprehensive study plans, outlining methodologies, data requirements, and analysis techniques.
• Support compliance with standardised Study processes, systems and tools across Study.
• Assist in driving improvements within the Study. Provide suggestions to the team on improvements to Study (project) delivery methods.
• Provides project support services across a range of studies on a day to day basis.
• Oversee study contractors/consultants to ensure the delivery of studies within agreed timelines, scope, cost, and quality criteria.

Study Analysis:

• Oversee the assessment of project Order of Magnitude (OOM) and Prefeasibility, including technical viability, operational impact, regulatory compliance, and potential risks.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts to gather relevant data and insights for accurate study evaluations.
• Lead the development of preliminary cost estimates for capital projects, considering construction, equipment, labor, materials, and other relevant expenses. Ensure cost estimates are realistic, accurate, and aligned with industry benchmarks. Prepare cost estimates for proposed projects, if necessary.
• Identify and evaluate potential risks and uncertainties associated with proposed projects, developing strategies to mitigate and manage these risks.
• Collaborate with financial experts to perform high-level financial analyses, including cash flow projections, return on investment (ROI), and net present value (NPV) calculations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with key stakeholders, including project sponsors, asset owners, and cross-functional teams, to gather input, share findings, provide relevant updates, and gain buy-in for project recommendations.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and implement an effective stakeholder engagement plan through the life of the Study. Manage relationships with key Study stakeholders.
• Work with appropriate groups where required to exchange information and resources.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations summarizing the results of the Studies, including OOM, Prefeasibility assessments, cost estimates, and risk profiles.
• Monitor and report all relevant Study performance indicators to meet business requirements.
• Identify and escalate any Study (project) delivery performance issues in a timely manner.
• Compile and analyse data for management reporting and metrics.

Continuous Improvement:

• Proactively identify opportunities to refine study methodologies, enhance accuracy in cost estimation, and improve decision-making processes.

Project Portfolio Management:

• Assist in prioritizing and selecting capital projects based on the outcomes of OOM and Prefeasibility Studies, contributing to the overall strategic project portfolio.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience in managing studies, especially capital project studies
• Experience in the engineering studies, construction, and manufacturing.
• Familiarity with engineering and construction regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with project teams, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders, and influence.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset.
• Experience with SharePoint, Microsoft Excel, project management software, Power BI analysis and reporting tools
• 3-5 years of experience in study and project management, with a focus on capital projects
• At least 3 years relevant experience, or otherwise the significant practical experience and on-the-job training
• Fluency in English is an advantage
• Ability to work in achieving tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment

Contract term: 2 Years

Work Schedule: 8 hours, 5/2

Work Location: UB office

Email: info@caml.mn

Phone: 94930303, 7713-0303, 85840303