Senior Project Engineer (Buildings & Infrastructure)

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; Qatar; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A major onshore energy development in Qatar is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to manage large-scale building and infrastructure packages for a new gas processing facility. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in oil & gas projects and strong leadership skills, working with multidisciplinary teams to drive project success.

Benefits

Exposure to flagship energy projects

Career growth potential

Multicultural work environment

Qualifications

• 12+ years' experience in oil & gas or major infrastructure project execution.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience on wastewater treatment or desalination plant projects.
• Strong track record in managing projects from design to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management of assigned infrastructure packages.
• Develop and implement project execution strategies, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Leadership

HSE compliance

Education

BSc degree in Engineering

Higher qualification (advantage)

Job description

Senior Project Engineer - Building & Infrastructure

Location: Qatar (Onshore)

Start Date: June 2025

Contract Duration: Long-term

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a major onshore energy development in Qatar to recruit a skilled Senior Project Engineer - Building & Infrastructure. This mega project involves the design, construction, and commissioning of a new gas processing facility and associated infrastructure-one of the largest and most technically demanding developments in the region.

This role is ideally suited to a seasoned engineering professional with proven experience delivering large-scale building and infrastructure packages in the oil & gas, water treatment, or industrial sectors. You'll manage design through to construction and handover-working in a multidisciplinary environment and coordinating closely with contractors, authorities, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project management of assigned infrastructure packages, including buildings, civil works, and site facilities
• Oversee engineering, planning, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover
• Develop and implement project execution strategies, schedules, and budgets
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and local environmental regulations
• Manage technical interfaces and coordinate with end users, authorities, and contractors
• Support risk management activities and maintain the project risk register
• Drive contractor performance through effective stakeholder engagement and site supervision
• Lead resolution of contract variations, claims, and change management
• Review designs, coordinate procurement of long-lead items, and ensure readiness for commissioning

What We're Looking For

• BSc degree in Engineering from a recognised university; a higher qualification is an advantage
• 12+ years' experience in oil & gas or major infrastructure project execution
• At least 5-7 years of relevant experience on wastewater treatment or desalination plant projects
• Strong track record in managing buildings and infrastructure projects from design to delivery
• Excellent knowledge of international engineering standards, codes, and HSE compliance
• Skilled in risk management, scheduling, contract handling, and project reporting
• Confident communicator with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Membership in a professional engineering or project management institution is a plus

Why Apply?

• Work on one of the region's flagship energy infrastructure projects
• Gain exposure to complex brownfield and greenfield scopes
• Join a multicultural, multi-disciplinary team of industry leaders
• Long-term assignment with strong career growth potential