Senior Project Engineer - Offshore Facilities

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package commensurate with exp.

Performance bonus potential

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan contributions

International assignments

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to oversee offshore facility projects from concept to handover. Based in Soweto, Gauteng, you will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage scope, budgets, and schedules, and ensure compliance with SHE standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a Mechanical/Civil/Naval degree, 10+ years in Oil & Gas project management with offshore focus, and proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Naval Architecture or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years' project management experience in Oil & Gas, offshore focus.
• PM methods and tools knowledge (e.g., PMI, APMP) is required.
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Legal authorization to work in South Africa and willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, execution and delivery of offshore facility projects.
• Develop scopes, objectives, budgets and schedules aligned to strategy.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams across engineering, construction and operations.
• Oversee design, procurement, fabrication, installation and commissioning.
• Ensure SHE compliance and regulatory standards throughout.
• Manage risks, issues and changes across the lifecycle.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders, contractors and vendors.
• Control costs and monitor progress against budget and schedule.
• Review technical deliverables and approve key milestones.
• Ensure smooth handover to operations.

Skills

Project management

Offshore engineering

Leadership

Stakeholder interface

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Civil/Naval Architecture

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major international operator in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Engineer to oversee offshore facility projects. This critical role, based in Soweto, Gauteng , will involve managing the full lifecycle of offshore oil and gas projects, from conceptualization and design through to construction, commissioning, and handover. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in offshore engineering principles, project management, and a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. You will lead project teams, interface with stakeholders, and ensure adherence to the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental performance. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to drive significant projects within the global energy market. The role is primarily based at our client's key operational support center in Soweto .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of offshore oil and gas facility projects.
• Develop project scopes, objectives, budgets, and schedules in alignment with company strategy.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including engineering, construction, and operations personnel.
• Oversee the design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning of offshore platforms, subsea systems, and pipelines.
• Ensure strict adherence to project safety, health, and environmental (SHE) requirements and regulatory standards.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
• Interface with internal stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
• Control project costs and monitor progress against the approved budget and schedule.
• Conduct technical reviews and approve key project deliverables.
• Ensure effective handover of completed facilities to the operations team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related discipline. A Master's degree is advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience in the Oil & Gas industry, with a significant focus on offshore facilities.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale offshore projects.
• In-depth knowledge of offshore engineering design principles, construction methods, and commissioning processes.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques (e.g., PMI, APMP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Ability to manage complex contracts and drive performance from contractors and vendors.
• Valid professional certifications (e.g., PMP) are highly desirable.
• Must have legal authorization to work in South Africa and willingness to travel internationally.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary package commensurate with extensive experience and responsibilities.
• Significant bonus potential tied to project success and performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement plan contributions.
• Opportunities for international assignments and career progression within a global leader.
• Access to cutting-edge project management tools and methodologies.
• Relocation assistance may be provided.