Scope: EPC contract for the design, procurement, installation & commissioning of a 100MW Dual Flash Geothermal Power Plant and Steam Separation Plant including all civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical and automation works. This is the largest single shaft dual flash Geothermal Steam Turbine installation in the world. It is a significant component of a $300M Geothermal Power development by Kawerau Geothermal Ltd (subsidiary of Mighty River Power). The Power Plant achieved commercial operation in August 2008, 6 weeks ahead of the contract schedule.
Role: PMP Services Ltd provided the local project management team on behalf of the EPC Contractor, Sumitomo Corporation of Japan . This included the following functions:
On shore Project Manager –
- Provide contractual advise on the administration of the Main EPC Contract for site construction related issues.
- Provide engineering support, procurement assistance and local knowledge of New Zealand regulations.
- Develop, finalise, implement and update all project management plans and systems.
- Review and negotiate local procurement contracts and advise on NZ law.
- Administer all local subcontracts on behalf of Sumitomo.
- Manage on-shore Project schedule and co-ordinate between subcontractors.
Site Construction Manager –
- Manage all project processes on site through construction phase.
- Represent Sumitomo Corporation on site and manage and co-ordinate daily site matters throughout the project.
- Participate in ensuring a proactive health and safety culture on the construction site, in conjunction with the client and subcontractors.
Erection Co-ordinator – Supervise all mechanical & electrical erection work and provide technical and management support during commissioning.
Steam Separation Plant Commissioning Engineer—Assist commissioning of the Steam Separation Plant including initial operation and trouble shooting, manage lock-out tag out system & reviewing operating and commissioning procedures.