Senior Project Engineer – Offshore
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Senior Project Engineer – Offshore
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer – Offshore Oil & GasLocation: Al Khobar / Saudi ArabiaJob Type: Full-TimeExperience Level: Minimum 10 Years (Offshore Oil & Gas Projects)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to oversee and execute offshore oil & gas projects. The successful candidate will lead the engineering, planning, and coordination efforts from concept through to offshore construction, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery of project objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
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Ensure that the project is planned, organized, and executed in accordance with the Business Management System
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Ensures project execution within time, budget, and QHSES requirements by allocating resources, managing risks, opportunities, and changes
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Coordinate engineering activities related to the offshore project lifecycle—from FEED to commissioning.
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Ensure full compliance with local engineering standards, codes, and practices (e.g., SAES, SAMSS, SAEP and applicable international standards).
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Interface with multidisciplinary teams including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
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Prepare and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
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Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and risk assessments with stakeholders and subcontractors.
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Provide solutions to technical challenges encountered during offshore installations and construction.
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Oversee HSE compliance across all engineering and construction phases.
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Report project status to senior management and client representatives regularly.
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Participate in contractor/vendor evaluations, bid reviews, and procurement processes.
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Drive project close-out processes, including punch listing and documentation.
Requirements:
Education:
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Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
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PMP certification or similar project management qualification is preferred.
Experience:
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Minimum 10 years of experience in project engineering within the offshore oil & gas sector for brownfield and greenfield of similar role.
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Proven track record of working on Saudi Aramco or similar GCC-based projects is highly desirable.
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Experience in offshore construction, subsea installations, and topside modifications is preferred.
Skills:
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In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies in managing scopes associated with Pre-FEED, FEED, Detailed Design and construction support.
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Excellent planning skill.
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Excellent negotiation skills
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Excellent leadership, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.