ENGINEERING MANAGER

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross in Dubai is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead multidisciplinary engineering activities for major EPC projects within the oil & gas industry. You will ensure project compliance with specifications, codes, and schedules, while coordinating with various project stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience leading engineering teams on large-scale projects, with strong knowledge of FEED and Detailed Engineering phases. This role requires excellent leadership and communication skills, along with a Bachelor's in Engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18-20 years of experience in engineering, particularly in oil & gas.
• 8-10 years of experience in an Engineering Manager or Lead role.
• Strong knowledge of engineering codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead all engineering activities from FEED through Detailed Engineering.
• Manage multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinate with project stakeholders.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables and calculations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project planning

Technical management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Engineering management systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and manage multidisciplinary engineering activities for major EPC projects within the oil & gas industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall planning coordination execution and delivery of engineering work from FEED through Detailed Engineering ensuring compliance with project specifications international codes and standards quality requirements schedule and budget. The Engineering Manager will provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams coordinate with project management procurement construction and external stakeholders and ensure engineering deliverables are completed safely efficiently and in accordance with project objectives.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage all engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle from FEED through Detailed Engineering and engineering support during procurement and construction.
• Direct multidisciplinary engineering teams including Process Mechanical Piping Civil & Structural Electrical Instrumentation & Control Telecommunications HVAC Pipeline Materials and Safety disciplines.
• Develop engineering execution plans resource plans engineering schedules and work distribution strategies.
• Ensure engineering deliverables are completed on schedule within budget and in accordance with project quality requirements.
• Coordinate engineering interfaces between disciplines to ensure design consistency and technical integrity.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables calculations design reports specifications drawings material requisitions datasheets and technical bid evaluations.
• Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable international codes industry standards company specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor engineering progress and identify risks technical issues and resource constraints while implementing effective mitigation plans.
• Coordinate closely with Project Management Procurement Construction Quality HSE and Planning teams to support overall project execution.
• Provide technical guidance and engineering solutions for complex design and execution challenges.
• Lead engineering design reviews HAZID HAZOP model reviews constructability reviews and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Manage vendor engineering activities and ensure timely review and approval of vendor documentation.
• Support procurement activities by reviewing technical evaluations vendor offers deviations and material requisitions.
• Provide engineering support during construction commissioning and project close-out as required.
• Ensure effective management of engineering changes technical queries concessions and design deviations.
• Monitor engineering budgets productivity manpower utilization and performance metrics.
• Mentor and develop engineering team members while promoting technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company quality management systems and HSE requirements.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
• Masters Degree in Engineering or Business Administration is an advantage.
• Professional Engineering registration or Chartered Engineer status is preferred.
• Minimum 1820 years of engineering experience within the oil & gas industry.
• At least 810 years in an Engineering Manager or Lead Engineering role.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams on large-scale EPC projects.
• Strong experience in FEED and Detailed Engineering phases.
• Middle East project experience is highly preferred.
• Experience supporting engineering during procurement construction and commissioning phases is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of EPC engineering processes and multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Comprehensive understanding of international engineering codes and standards including API ASME ASTM ANSI IEC IEEE ISO NFPA and related industry standards.
• Experience with engineering management systems design reviews and project execution methodologies.
• Familiarity with engineering software and document management systems.
• Strong understanding of project controls engineering planning and resource management.
• Knowledge of quality management systems engineering change management and risk management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering reporting tools.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Excellent project planning and organizational skills.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engineering disciplines simultaneously.
• Commercial awareness and cost-conscious decision making.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to perform effectively under demanding project schedules.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering for large onshore oil & gas EPC projects.
• Proven track record of delivering complex engineering packages from FEED through Detailed Engineering.
• Experience managing engineering interfaces with procurement construction licensors vendors and subcontractors.
• Familiarity with digital engineering tools 3D model reviews and integrated project delivery environments.
• Experience working in multicultural multidisciplinary project teams within international EPC organizations