Project /Interface Engineer

Kintec Recruitment Limited; Sumail; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project / Interface Engineer for a pivotal role in a major energy infrastructure project in Oman. This resident position demands expertise in interface management and project coordination, ensuring seamless collaboration among diverse stakeholders. The successful candidate will be instrumental in promoting compliance with governance and HSE policies, while also contributing to the sustainability roadmap. With a dynamic team environment, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on strategic infrastructure development in the region.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience with 4-5 years in interface management.
• Proven ability in project coordination and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interface activities between project packages.
• Ensure compliance with project governance and HSE policies.

Skills

Interface Management

Project Management

Cross-Cultural Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Engineering Degree or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office

eRoom/PIMS

Job description

Project / Interface Engineer - Sohar, Oman (Resident Role)

Status: Resident, 5 days per week

Duration: 12 months (renewable)

Start Date: As soon as possible

We are currently supporting a leading energy infrastructure project and are seeking a Project / Interface Engineer to be based in Sohar, Oman. The successful candidate will coordinate interfaces between engineering, construction, commissioning, and various project stakeholders. This is a key role for ensuring smooth collaboration, preventing delays, and maintaining alignment between packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all interface activities between the Sohar package and other project packages
• Ensure timely handling of all technical and operational interfaces
• Promote and ensure compliance with all project governance, HSE policies, and code of conduct
• Support implementation of the HSE plan and sustainability roadmap
• Ensure confidentiality and protection of intellectual property
• Liaise with and report to the Interface Coordinator
• Assist Package Managers in planning and executing interface management
• Attend and contribute to interface meetings (weekly, monthly, and ad hoc)
• Track and follow up on interface action items, logs, and punch list close-outs
• Prepare weekly performance reports for the EPCC contractor
• Resolve non-compliances related to field interfaces
• Contribute to internal and external audits and project reviews

Profile & Competencies

• Engineering degree or equivalent
• 10 years' professional experience, with 4-5 years in a similar role
• Proven ability in interface management, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement
• Strong cross-cultural communication and influencing skills
• Highly self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently
• Team player with the ability to share knowledge and mentor others

Technical Skills

• Interface Management: Excellent
• Project Management: Intermediate
• Software: MS Office, eRoom/PIMS: Excellent
• Team Leadership: Good
• Contractor Negotiation: Good
• Risk Identification and Management: Good
• Knowledge of industry standards and procedures: Good

Languages

• Fluency in English and French (both mandatory)

Additional Information

This project is part of a major regional energy development initiative and offers a challenging and rewarding environment. The successful applicant will join a dynamic team focused on delivering strategic infrastructure in Oman.