Engineering Project Manager- (Oil & Gas/ Utilities)

SARACA; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SARACA in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an Engineering Project Manager (Oil & Gas) for an on-site contract role. You will oversee planning, coordination, and execution of complex projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and safety compliance across the lifecycle.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with construction management and contractors, manage documentation and risk, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Qualifications

• Engineering Management and Project Engineering experience on complex oil and gas projects.
• Strong PM skills: planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience in Construction Management and Construction supervision in industrial/energy environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or related field; PMP or advanced degree a plus.
• Solid understanding of oil and gas industry standards, safety regulations, and quality practices.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management tools; scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of oil and gas engineering projects to meet scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinate with construction management, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation, risk assessments, and progress reporting throughout the lifecycle.
• Supervise project engineering activities and support design reviews, compliance, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with client representatives and provide regular status updates.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Skills

Engineering Management

Project Engineering

Project Management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Risk Management

Stakeholder Coordination

MS Project

Primavera

Construction Supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

PMP certification (advantage)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Role Description

This is an on-site contract role for an Engineering Project Manager (Oil & Gas) based in Baton Rouge, LA. The Engineering Project Manager will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of oil and gas engineering projects, ensuring that scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements are met. Responsibilities include leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, coordinating with construction management, contractors, and stakeholders, and managing project documentation, risk assessments, and progress reporting. The role involves supervising project engineering activities, resolving technical issues, and supporting design reviews, compliance, and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle. The Engineering Project Manager will also collaborate with client representatives, provide status updates, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in Engineering Management and Project Engineering for complex oil and gas projects.
• Strong Project Management skills, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience in Construction Management and Construction supervision within industrial or energy sector environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or related field); advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP) are an advantage.
• Solid understanding of oil and gas industry standards, safety regulations, and quality management practices.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple priorities, and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficient in project management tools and engineering documentation; familiarity with scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) is beneficial.
• Previous experience working on-site in industrial facilities or refineries in a project leadership capacity is preferred.