**Job Title:** Piping Technical Lead - Cork and Dublin x 3
We are seeking an experienced Piping Technical Lead to join our team on a long-term contract. You will work on some of the largest Bio/API/Fill Finish projects in Ireland, with a choice of working from either Cork or Dublin offices and hybrid work options.
Responsibilities:
* Report administratively to department manager on assigned projects.
* Complete piping design of a project or area lead section of a larger project from concept, basis of design, detail design, and construction support (SDC).
* Lead a large team of piping designers across a multi-office project execution and create a collaborative environment.
* Develop design and modelling of complex process piping systems given basic information such as P&IDs, piping specifications, equipment arrangement drawings, etc.
* Delegate work and control the allocated man-hours on the projects and raise variations to the scope when required.
* Review and update piping specifications as required.
* Assist with project schedule and accurate progress measures.
* Perform field design and verification as required.
* Provide technical direction to less experienced piping designers.
* Be proactive in co-ordination with other disciplines.
* Prepare conceptual designs, feasibility studies, and equipment stack-ups.
* Prepare material take-offs, cost estimates, and material procurement including tracking piping quantities during design.
* Able to accurately forecast the hours required to complete work activities.
* Monitor changes, assess impact on efforts, and project schedule.
* Ensure Project Procedures, Work Instructions, and Check Lists are followed throughout the project duration.
* Respond to technical queries of mechanical contractors, vendors, and CM.
* Conduct client model reviews and track client comments till closure.
* Piping Lead may travel to project site, client office, vendor office, and company offices domestic or internationally.
Requirements:
* 10+ years of experience required in process and mechanical piping systems in Life Sciences with a complete understanding and application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field.
* 3rd level engineering qualification or equivalent trade experience.
* Proficient in Navisworks and Plant 3D/SP3D or similar 3D software essential.
* Strong work ethic with good communication skills required for leading multi-office project execution.
* Proven time management skills.
* Experience in leading a team of piping designers in the Pharma or a related industry is essential.