Project Engineer - Process

IKM Consultants AS; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IKM Consultants AS is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Process Operations team in Westhill, Aberdeen. This full-time role involves responsibility for project documentation, site operations, and client relationships.

Ideal candidates will have experience in the Oil and Gas sector, particularly in Pipeline and Process operations, with a strong emphasis on compliance with quality and HSE standards. The position requires excellent communication skills, initiative, and a detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in Process Services in a Project Lead Role.
• Previous experience in the Oil and Gas industry, particularly within the Pipeline and/or Process Industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of Pipeline and/or Process operations and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project documentation and reports.
• Assist with preparation of tenders, method statements, equipment lists, and pricing schedules.
• Act as point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee daily site operations.
• Ensure compliance with QA and HSE requirements.
• Write project-related reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Technical knowledge of Pipeline operations

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

2D and Basic 3D drawing packages

Job description

We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our Process Operations team. Primarily based in our office at Westhill, Aberdeen. This is a full‑time staff position, with a particular interest shown to applicants with experience in chemical cleaning and hot oil flushing.

To be considered for this position, you will have relevant experience in a similar role, be willing to travel offshore/ internationally as and when required to deliver on operational requirements, possess a can‑do attitude, have a high attention to detail and demonstrate a firm commitment to delivering and maintaining a high level of client service. You must hold a Full UK Driving Licence and be able to commute to Westhill.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare project documentation and reports.
• Assist with preparation of tenders including preparation of method statements, equipment lists and pricing schedules.
• Act as project focal point for both the customer and internal stakeholders.
• Co‑ordinate and monitor job performance.
• Responsible for overseeing daily site operations.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Define all operational requirements contained within the project contract and verify that all actions are performed in accordance with procedures and deadlines.
• Ensure QA and HSE requirements are met.
• Attend client visits to provide technical support to Business Development.
• Oversee general daily functions performed/assigned to subordinates.
• Provide on-the-job monitoring of tasks and activities.
• Empower subordinates in achievement of tasks.
• Plan and monitor progress against deadlines and amendments of work packs / procedures / Management of Change.
• Encourage and develop team relationships.
• Ensure compliance with Quality and HSE Management System by ensuring that all operational requirements are performed / completed in accordance with agreed procedures.
• Ensure daily Tool Box Talks are held onsite with all work teams under their control and that PPE is suitable to meet job requirements.
• Write reports including inputs to all project related documentation e.g. Project Quality Plans, Project Risk Assessments, Safe Job Analysis and Management Reports.
• Adhere to Company's policies and procedures.
• Willing to complete offshore visits and travel where required.

Qualifications Required (Technical, Professional, Academic)

• Experience in Process Services in a Project Lead Role.

Experience Required

• Must have previous experience working in the Oil and Gas industry within the Pipeline and/or Process Industry.
• Sound technical knowledge of Pipeline and/or Process operations and equipment used.
• Experience in budget ownership, profit and loss, and financial reporting.
• Relevant computer design skills in both 2D and Basic 3D drawing packages.

Preferred:

• Experience in a mechanical background.
• Experience within the project environment

Personal Skills

• Must have strong communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence others.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Enthusiasm and commitment.
• Personnel supervisory skills.
• Ability to work well in a team whilst also independently using own initiative.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the business.
• Confident and articulate with good diplomacy skills.
• Proactive with a high attention to detail.
• Represent IKM's best interests at all times.
• Strong quality focus is a must and able to prioritise tasks with minimal supervision.
• Computer literacy - Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.