Title:

Engineering Manager - Offshore

Job Description:  

KBR-AMCDE is looking for a highly motivated, dynamic and strategic thinking Manager of Engineering. Reporting to the Offshore Director of Projects and supporting the Project Managers you will be responsible for engineering delivery across all KSA offshore projects and being the technical focal point for the clients.

Role involves managing, developing, communicating, and implementing the company’s engineering goals.  Responsible for ensuring the right numbers, types, and quality of technical resources required to support the projects. Also responsible for managing chargeability to target levels and ensuring high quality execution performance.

  Lead, guide, evaluate, and develop a team of engineering department managers to ensure that the organization delivers on the multi-disciplined engineering projects in compliance with all relevant procedures, regulations and laws.

Candidate should have experience in engineering management of small to large size project portfolios, knowledge of project controls with commercial awareness and be capable of undertaking and supporting business development within the region.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Offshore Project Engineering Manager to become a key member of the KBR-AMCDE management team, taking direct responsibility for engineering delivery and supporting business development to ensure KBR-AMCDE continued success.

Role Responsibilities:

Manages / forecasts engineering resources utilization, staffing levels and recruitment requirementsEvaluation of engineering/design staff capabilities identifying development and training needsDeliver on Engineering Saudization targetsOversight on all engineering executionApplying best engineering practices and ensures client and company procedures are followedKey engineering interface with Project Managers and ClientsCoordinates with Company Global engineering centersManagement of Offshore Engineering Department ManagersSuccession planningOversight of all licensed engineering software requirements, budgets and usageProposal input, review and presentationsTechnical delivery strategiesEngineering estimation and engineering estimation normsDesign and Safety ReviewsEngineering Team Leadership and mentorshipEngineering quality processes, including checking and approval requirementsAppraising direct reports on a regular basisMaintaining and promoting Company ValuesPromoting the capturing and implementation of lessons learned on Projects

Skills & Experience

Proven experience in the management of engineeringMust have strong knowledge of offshore oil & gas FEED and detailed design projects.  Ideally a mix of greenfield and brownfield experience.Fabrication/Construction experience would be beneficial.Experience of Saudi Aramco standards would be beneficial.Able to lead others in a challenging environment.Able to make decisions and drive decision processes.Well-developed management and administrative skills.Works within a team to establish direction, alignment and commitment.Interpersonal skillsRisk and Change ManagementProgram and Project PlanningWell organized with attention to detail, credible and decisiveHigh level of awareness and commitment to safety

Qualifications:

Degree in Engineering is required

Total of 20 years' Experience and 10-15 years Offshore experience