Senior Project Engineer

SBM Offshore; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Offshore in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead the delivery of complex oil & gas projects, coordinating technical and administrative activities to meet budget and schedule. You will oversee engineering, procurement and construction interfaces, drive risk assessments, and ensure compliance with safety standards while maintaining clear client and regulator communication.

Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities are essential to guide a multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in project engineering (oil & gas).
• Proficient in project management software and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate between engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
• Conduct risk assessments and feasibility studies to guide decisions.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions to meet milestones.
• Review technical documentation for standards and safety compliance.
• Act as liaison with clients, contractors, and regulators.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their development.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification

Job description

Senior Project Engineer Purpose As a Senior Project Engineer, you play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of complex projects. With a minimum of 10 years of experience, you are responsible for overseeing and coordinating all technical and administrative project activities, ensuring the project objectives are met efficiently and within budget and time constraints. This senior role requires strong leadership and in-depth expertise across multiple project disciplines.

Responsibilities

You lead the development and management of project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with project objectives and stakeholder expectations. You oversee coordination between engineering, procurement, and construction teams, ensuring all project requirements are thoroughly met. You conduct and oversee advanced technical evaluations, risk assessments, and feasibility studies to guide project decision-making. You monitor and drive project progress, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to ensure milestones are met. You lead the review of technical documentation, ensuring adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies. You act as key liaison with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring clear communication and collaboration across all project phases. You provide guidance and mentorship to the project engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence. You mentor more junior project engineers and support their development.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification

Experience

Minimum 10 years' experience in project engineering within the oil and gas industry. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Proficiency in project management software and tools. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Effective time management and organizational capabilities. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.

Functional Competencies

Commercial Contractual change identification and management Cost and budget control SBM Product Knowledge Business Acumen Third parties relation management Negotiation Sub-contracting Risk Management Planning Experience Level Senior Level