Lead Project Manager (C)

One Seven Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in oil & gas seeks a Lead Project Manager in Singapore to oversee brownfield engineering projects. You will manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring safe and cost-effective delivery while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of project management experience and strong technical knowledge of mechanical equipment, alongside demonstrated leadership capabilities. This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact project execution and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in oil & gas.
• Experience managing brownfield projects in operating facilities.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of brownfield projects.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Conduct site assessments and evaluate feasibility.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of equipment.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE standards and project governance.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Technical understanding of mechanical equipment

Knowledge of engineering standards

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation)

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Project Manager to lead and oversee brownfield engineering projects within the oil & gas sector. This role is responsible for managing full project life cycles from concept development to commissioning while ensuring safe, timely and cost-effective delivery. The ideal candidate brings strong technical grounding, hands‑on exposure to mechanical equipment and a proven people leadership experience in complex site environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end‑to‑end delivery of brownfield projects, including scope development, engineering design, procurement, execution, and handover.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, civil, instrumentation) to ensure alignment on design and execution outcomes.
• Conduct site assessments, evaluate technical feasibility, and propose engineered solutions for modifications, upgrades, and optimization works.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of equipment such as pumps, piping systems, mechanical packages, and related utilities.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, cost estimates, progress reports, and risk registers.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE standards, statutory requirements, and internal project governance processes.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and service providers, ensuring quality, performance, and adherence to project specifications.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, clients, and regulatory bodies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance project execution efficiency and technical reliability.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering (Mechnical/ Electrical/ Instrumentation)
• At least 10 years of project management experience in the oil & gas industry with 2 years of people management experience
• Proven track record managing brownfield projects in operating facilities.
• Solid technical understanding of pumps, piping systems, rotating equipment, and associated mechanical/structural equipment.
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards, project methodologies, and safety requirements in hazardous environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership capabilities.