Offshore Engineering Manager

KBR, Inc.; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Offshore Engineering Manager to lead engineering design and drafting activities for prestigious projects in the oil and gas sector. This role involves coordinating with various project managers, ensuring timely delivery of engineering components, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence among the engineering staff. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in offshore engineering management, with a strong background in FEED and detailed design projects. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and career development while working on challenging projects that make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of offshore engineering management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of FEED and detailed design projects.

Responsibilities

• Directs engineering design and drafting activities on projects.
• Ensures timely engineering definition of components.
• Communicates budget constraints to engineering teams.

Skills

Offshore Engineering Management

Leadership

Decision-Making

Interpersonal Skills

Safety Commitment

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Title

Offshore Engineering Manager

Company Overview

KBR-AMCDE is a leading engineering and project management services company in Saudi Arabia, providing FEED, Detailed Design, Procurement, and Project Management Services to the onshore and offshore oil and gas markets. Due to recent prestigious project awards, we have exciting new opportunities for KSA nationals to join our team.

At KBR-AMCDE, you will be exposed to state-of-the-art technology, industry-leading design, and project management practices, delivering meaningful projects. The company's environment fosters career growth and development through collaboration with experienced colleagues, industry best practices, and challenging projects.

Job Description

Function

Acts as the project focal point for all engineering design and drafting activities on assigned projects. Provides engineering interface for project construction, controls, HSE, information, procurement/materials, and quality groups.

Relationships

• Reports to the Project Director.
• Coordinates with Project Senior Managers, including the Project Administration & Finance Manager, Project Construction Manager, Project Controls Manager, Project HSE Manager, Project Information Manager, Project Procurement/Materials Manager, and Project Quality Manager.
• Communicates with Discipline Department Managers regarding staffing and engineer performance.

Responsibilities

Operations and Activities

• Directs and monitors progress for timely engineering definition of components to be designed, purchased, and installed.
• Provides accurate planning information to establish a baseline project plan.
• Ensures design reviews are performed to meet or exceed requirements.
• Promotes good management principles among engineering staff.
• Encourages ideas that improve project cost/risk positions and implements them where appropriate.

Organization

• Organizes engineering staff to deliver quality, timely design packages aligned with the construction schedule.
• Provides engineering interface requirements to meet organizational goals.

Personnel

• Ensures qualified personnel are assigned and performs performance reviews.
• Provides necessary information and training to engineering staff.
• Gives feedback to Discipline Department Managers on staff performance.

Schedule and Budget

• Communicates budget constraints to engineering teams.
• Reviews actual vs. planned progress and productivity.
• Provides projections on overruns or underruns.
• Reviews and approves technical recommendations related to procurement.

Skills & Experience

Minimum 15 years of proven offshore engineering management experience, with strong knowledge of offshore oil & gas FEED and detailed design projects. Experience with greenfield and brownfield projects, fabrication/construction, and familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards is advantageous. Must demonstrate leadership, decision-making, management, and interpersonal skills, with a high commitment to safety.

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering and professional registration are required.

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