Senior Project Engineer - Offshore

KBR, Inc; Al Khobar; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to oversee offshore projects in Al Khobar. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project engineering and a proven track record in managing complex offshore operations. Key responsibilities include project planning, resource allocation, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant projects that contribute to the company's success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project engineering for offshore oil and gas.
• Experience with Saudi Aramco projects is a plus.
• Proven experience in offshore construction and subsea installations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute offshore oil & gas projects.
• Ensure project compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate and manage engineering activities.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Planning

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering

PMP certification

Job description

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Senior Project Engineer - Offshore

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer – Offshore Oil & Gas
Location: Al Khobar / Saudi Arabia
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Minimum 10 Years (Offshore Oil & Gas Projects)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to oversee and execute offshore oil & gas projects. The successful candidate will lead the engineering, planning, and coordination efforts from concept through to offshore construction, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery of project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the project is planned, organized, and executed in accordance with the Business Management System
• Ensures project execution within time, budget, and QHSES requirements by allocating resources, managing risks, opportunities, and changes

• Coordinate engineering activities related to the offshore project lifecycle—from FEED to commissioning.
• Ensure full compliance with local engineering standards, codes, and practices (e.g., SAES, SAMSS, SAEP and applicable international standards).
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Prepare and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and risk assessments with stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Provide solutions to technical challenges encountered during offshore installations and construction.
• Oversee HSE compliance across all engineering and construction phases.
• Report project status to senior management and client representatives regularly.
• Participate in contractor/vendor evaluations, bid reviews, and procurement processes.
• Drive project close-out processes, including punch listing and documentation.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• PMP certification or similar project management qualification is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project engineering within the offshore oil & gas sector for brownfield and greenfield of similar role.
• Proven track record of working on Saudi Aramco or similar GCC-based projects is highly desirable.
• Experience in offshore construction, subsea installations, and topside modifications is preferred.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies in managing scopes associated with Pre-FEED, FEED, Detailed Design and construction support.
• Excellent planning skill.
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

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