Offshore Structural Department Manager

KBR; Chennai; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions is seeking an Offshore Structural Department Manager to lead the offshore structural engineering discipline across global operations. The role oversees design governance for topsides, jackets, floating systems, and related infrastructure.

The candidate will manage a global delivery team, drive standards, and ensure project delivery on time and within budget while coordinating with clients and partners across multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 20+ years of offshore structural engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Offshore Structural Engineering Department across global execution centers.
• Act as technical authority for offshore structural engineering; ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Oversee delivery across Pre-FEED to PMC, including topsides, jackets, floating systems.
• Drive resource planning, capability development, and global delivery performance.
• Lead bids with structural input: man-hour estimates and technical solutions.
• Perform quality audits and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Project Engineering Managers, clients, yards, and multi-discipline teams.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Technical authority

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Digital engineering

3D modelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SACS

SESAM

3D modelling tools

Job description

locationsChennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaBangalore, Karnataka, Indiatime typeFull timeposted onPosted 30+ Days Agojob requisition idR2125081Title:Offshore Structural Department ManagerKBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.**This role may be based in either our Bangalore or Chennai office**Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Offshore Structural Department Manager to lead and manage our offshore structural engineering discipline across global operations.This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of structural engineering solutions across offshore oil & gas, marine, and energy transition projects.You will serve as the technical authority for offshore structural engineering while providing governance, leadership, and strategic direction across all activities—including topsides, jackets, floating systems, and associated infrastructure—aligned with KBR’s engineering management systems, project requirements, and industry standards.Key Responsibilities1. Department Leadership & StrategyLead and develop the Offshore Structural Engineering Department across global execution centersEstablish and continuously improve structural engineering standards, procedures, and best practices in line with KBR management systemsAlign departmental strategy with business growth objectives and project delivery goalsSupport capability development and strengthen offshore positioning for future projects2. Technical Authority & GovernanceAct as the technical authority for offshore structural engineeringEnsure compliance with:International codes and standardsProject specifications and contractual requirementsKBR Engineering Management Systems and proceduresApprove design philosophies, methodologies, and key technical decisionsEvaluate and approve deviations from standards where required3. Project Delivery OversightOversee delivery across all project phases:Pre-FEED, FEED, Detailed Engineering, and PMCEnsure execution of:Topsides structures (process modules, living quarters, bridges)Jackets and substructuresFloating systems (FPSO and offshore platforms)Structural modelling, analysis, and weight engineeringEnsure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standardsDrive seamless integration with multidisciplinary teams4. Resource & Capability ManagementPlan, recruit, and manage offshore structural engineering resourcesDevelop competency frameworks and structured training programsBuild a high-performing global delivery team leveraging multi-location talent5. Proposal & Estimation SupportLead structural engineering inputs for bids and proposalsProvide:Manhour estimatesProject scheduling inputsTechnical solutions and value engineering proposalsSupport business development and winning strategies6. Quality Assurance & Technical AuditsEnsure compliance with KBR Quality Management SystemsLead discipline audits and technical reviewsDrive continuous improvement and implement lessons learned7. Stakeholder & Interface ManagementCollaborate with:Project Engineering Managers and discipline leadsClients and engineering partnersFabrication yards and construction teamsEnsure strong coordination across disciplines (Mechanical, Piping, E&I, Marine)8. Digital & Engineering SystemsPromote adoption of digital engineering and 3D modelling practicesEnsure effective use of structural analysis tools (e.g., SACS, SESAM)Maintain integrity and consistency of engineering dataKey DeliverablesStructural engineering deliverables across the full project lifecycleDepartment resourcing and competency development plansEngineering compliance and audit reportsProposal estimates and technical documentationContinuous improvement and knowledge-sharing initiativesQualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)20+ years of offshore structural engineering experienceBelong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!#LI-LR1