Senior Project Engineer

KBR

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ref: HP325-1038

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Title:
Senior Project Engineer

Position: Senior Project Engineer

KBR Project : BP_ROO_EPCM

Department: Project Management

Location: Abu Dhabi-UAE

About Company

KBR is a global provider of differentiated professional services and technologies across the asset and program life cycle within the Government Services and Hydrocarbons sectors. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people worldwide (including our joint ventures), with customers in more than 80 countries, and operations in 40 countries.

Job Purpose:

The Senior Project Engineer will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the EPCM projects for the BP_ROO_EPCM project in Abudhabi, UAE. They will work closely with the project team to ensure successful project delivery within budget and schedule across the project lifecycle through to completion.

Job Responsibilities:
- Manage and lead a team of engineers and designers to ensure project objectives are met.
- Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Coordinate with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure project requirements are met.
- Review and approve engineering designs, drawings, and specifications.
- Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and standards.
- Provide technical guidance and support to the project team.
- Participate in project meetings, reviews, and presentations.
- Reports to the Project Manager or the Engineering Manager (depending on size of Project).

Functional Areas:
- Project Management: Oversee all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery.
- Engineering Design: Review and approve engineering designs, drawings, and specifications.
- Team Leadership: Manage and lead a team of engineers and designers to achieve project objectives.
- Client Relations: Coordinate with clients to ensure project requirements are met.
- Vendor and Subcontractor Management: Work closely with vendors and subcontractors to procure materials and services.
- Compliance: Ensure project compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and standards
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks to ensure successful project delivery.
- Communication: Effectively communicate project progress, issues, and updates to stakeholders
- Problem-solving: Utilize strong problem-solving skills to address project challenges and obstacles
- Decision-making: Make informed decisions to keep the project on track and within budget and schedule.

Requirements:

Technical Skills & Qualifications:
- Engineering degree in a related field
- 10+ years of experience in EPCM FEED, design, onshore, and brownfield projects
- Strong technical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and practices.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Soft Skills:
- Very pro-active.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Speaks up when things need escalating.

About the Company

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

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