Project Delivery In Oil, Gas & Energy Sectors Training Course

Introduction

The global demand for energy, particularly in the Oil, Gas & Energy Sectors, necessitates highly specialized Project Delivery methodologies to navigate immense complexity, stringent regulations, and volatile market conditions. This essential training course is meticulously designed to equip engineering professionals, project managers, and energy sector leaders with the advanced skills and strategic insights required to flawlessly plan, execute, and control capital projects within this critical industry. Participants will gain a robust understanding of front-end engineering design (FEED), specialized procurement, complex contracting strategies, safety protocols, and environmental compliance, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to exacting standards. Our comprehensive curriculum emphasizes hands-on application, best practices, and real-world scenarios pertinent to the unique challenges and opportunities in Kenya's burgeoning energy landscape, empowering you to lead transformative energy projects.

This energy sector project management course is crucial for individuals and organizations in Kenya striving to capitalize on new discoveries, expand existing infrastructure, and meet the growing energy demands of East Africa. Mastering oil and gas project execution, implementing renewable energy project delivery, and understanding power generation project leadership are indispensable for navigating high-risk environments, securing international partnerships, and optimizing operational efficiency. This program offers an unparalleled opportunity to elevate your expertise in capital project delivery for energy and major industrial project management, positioning your organization as a key player in shaping the region's energy future and driving sustainable economic growth across the continent.

Target Audience

• Project Managers in Oil & Gas
• Energy Project Engineers
• Construction Managers (Energy Sector)
• Operations Managers (Energy Facilities)
• Procurement Specialists (Energy Industry)
• HSE Managers (Oil & Gas)
• Investment Analysts in Energy Projects

Course Objectives

• Understand the unique project lifecycle and strategic drivers in the Oil, Gas & Energy sectors.
• Master the critical role of Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) in energy projects.
• Learn specialized procurement and contracting strategies for energy infrastructure.
• Develop robust project planning and scheduling techniques for complex energy ventures.
• Understand advanced risk management and mitigation specific to high-hazard energy projects.
• Apply stringent Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management protocols.
• Learn to manage complex interfaces and stakeholder engagement in energy projects.
• Explore commissioning, start-up, and handover processes for energy facilities.
• Understand regulatory compliance and international standards in the energy industry.
• Develop strategies for cost control and value optimization in capital-intensive energy projects.
• Master the fundamentals of managing renewable energy projects (e.g., solar, wind, geothermal).
• Drive efficiency, safety, and operational excellence in energy project delivery.
• Foster sustainable development practices across the energy project lifecycle.

DURATION

10 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Introduction to Project Delivery in Energy Sectors module

• Overview of the Oil, Gas & Energy industry landscape
• Unique characteristics and complexities of energy projects (e.g., scale, risk, regulation)
• The capital project lifecycle in energy (Conceptual to Operations)
• Key stakeholders and their roles in energy project delivery
• Current trends and future outlook for energy projects in Kenya and East Africa

Module 2: Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) module

• Importance of robust FEED for project success
• Key deliverables and decision gates in the FEED phase
• Conceptual design, process selection, and technology evaluation
• Cost estimating and schedule development at the FEED stage
• Transitioning from FEED to Detailed Engineering

Module 3: Specialized Procurement & Contracting Strategies module

• EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) and EPCM models
• Lump Sum, Cost-Plus, and other contract types in energy projects
• Long-lead item procurement and vendor management
• Supply chain logistics for remote and complex sites
• Contract negotiation and administration for energy projects

Module 4: Project Planning and Scheduling for Energy Projects module

• Developing integrated master schedules for mega-projects
• Advanced scheduling techniques (e.g., Critical Path, PERT)
• Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) specific to oil, gas, and power projects
• Managing interfaces between engineering, procurement, and construction
• Planning for shutdowns and turnarounds in operational facilities

Module 5: Risk Management in High-Hazard Environments module

• Identifying specific risks in oil, gas, and energy projects (e.g., technical, geological, political)
• Quantitative and qualitative risk analysis for energy ventures
• Developing robust risk mitigation and contingency plans
• Safety-critical risk management and process safety considerations
• Crisis management and emergency response planning

Module 6: Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management module

• Implementing HSE management systems (HSE-MS)
• Safety case development and major accident hazard (MAH) control
• Environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and management plans
• Waste management and pollution control in energy operations
• Compliance with international and local HSE regulations (e.g., OSHA, NEMA)

Module 7: Construction Management and Execution for Energy Projects module

• Site preparation, civil works, and heavy lift planning
• Mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning
• Construction productivity, progress tracking, and quality control
• Managing multi-contractor environments and industrial relations
• Remote site challenges and logistics

Module 8: Commissioning, Start-up, and Handover module

• Developing a comprehensive commissioning plan
• Pre-start-up safety reviews (PSSR)
• Operational readiness and readiness for start-up (RFSU)
• Managing the transition from project to operations
• Documentation, as-builts, and formal handover procedures

Module 9: Cost Control and Value Optimization module

• Advanced cost estimating techniques for capital projects
• Budget development and cost baseline management
• Earned Value Management (EVM) in energy projects
• Value Engineering and cost reduction strategies
• Managing cost overruns and claims in the energy sector

Module 10: Renewable Energy Project Delivery & Future Trends module

• Unique aspects of managing solar, wind, geothermal, and hydro projects
• Grid integration challenges and solutions
• Energy transition projects and decarbonization initiatives
• Digitalization in energy project delivery (e.g., Digital Twins, AI)
• Future opportunities and challenges for energy projects in East Africa

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.