Lead Materials Management Systems Administrator

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. Wood has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Material Management Systems Administrator to join us on a permanent basis. This role requires extensive experience in administering Aveva ERM and involves supporting work processes related to the end-to-end lifecycle management of materials in the execution of EPC projects across the EMEA region. The Lead Material Management Systems Administrator will act as focal point for the Materials Management System (MMS) in the region. You will engage with stakeholders to ensure successful rollout of the materials lifecycle management system and associated processes, to ensure the MMS is setup in accordance with the Client’s and Contract / Project’s requirements, and to provide guidance on how the systems should be used in accordance with the requirements of the Business Unit. You will support different functions (Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Construction) with the correct use of the MMS during the execution of projects and be responsible for assessing upcoming MMS software versions and enhancements and liaise with software vendor to determine the necessary steps. You will work with other members of the Information Management team with development activities including systems interfaces and reports. You will prepare documentation associated with the administration of the MMS including training materials, procedures and guides.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood delivers solutions across more than 60 countries with local offices covering all major energy and materials hubs globally. For more than 160 years, we have partnered with clients to deliver engineering, advisory and operational solutions to some of the world’s most complex and critical challenges in energy and materials.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects Upstream production will continue to play an important role in providing energy security across the globe
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working arrangements
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Responsibilities

• Set-up new contracts and projects within the MMS including assistance with new interfaces where required
• Interface with Clients to obtain bulk materials catalogues, upload and set up catalogues and coordinate ongoing updates
• Assist with the processing of material requirements from engineering design systems; regular uploads of material take offs (MTOs) into the MMS
• Support requisitioning activities for engineering disciplines (Piping, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Electrical and Structural); assist with preparation of deliverables like material requisitions as needed
• Assist with project material allocations (soft and hard allocations)
• Provide materials status reporting for stakeholders to enable actions to meet milestones
• Provide admin and user training of MMS and address user queries
• Develop the MMS Administration Procedure
• Develop training material for users and administrators
• Assist in global alignment / rollout of MMS in the business unit

Qualifications

• Experience in material management lifecycle activities for EPC contracts
• Extensive experience with Aveva ERM
• In-depth technical knowledge of project materials, including local and international codes & standards and client requirements
• Involvement in activities associated with the management of electronic data
• Experience in designing and implementing systems to manage project materials data
• Proficient with SQL query development, programming in LUA, advanced Excel
• Experienced with materials management software (in-house or proprietary)
• Strong understanding of 2D/3D CAD systems supporting MMS
• Understanding of Pipe Classes and commodity code/part numbers and how they drive 3D CAD and plant design; advanced knowledge of materials management in EPCM
• Advanced knowledge of all stages of the material management lifecycle (Take-offs, Requisitioning, Tendering, Purchasing, Expediting, Inspection, Allocation, Shipping, Surplus)

Desirable

• Writing SQL queries to support MMS reporting
• Basic Oracle database knowledge

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with governing laws.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Professional Services

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