Senior Engineer I - Project Management - Global Service Centre

1. JOB OBJECTIVES: SUMMARY OF OVERALL JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for managing and coordinating overall engineering activities which includes planning, control & monitoring and reporting for our new build projects, Oil & Gas conversion projects and other specialized projects like HVDC/AC, FSRU, FLNG, FSU from initiation till completion. Also to ensure that the project meets its objectives, timelines, and budget. The Project Engineer will work closely with Project Managers, Engineering teams, Contractors, and other stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions in compliance with industry standards and regulations.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
A: Vision, Mission & Strategy - N/A

B: Policies, processes & procedures
•    Implement approved departmental policies, processes, procedures and provide instructions to subordinates and monitor their adherence so that work is carried out in a controlled manner.
•    Ensure employees are aware and follow the information Security Rules and data security measures in order to protect the company information / intellectual properties.

C: Projects - N/A

D: Budget/Financial - N/A

E: Project Specific Responsibility - N/A

F: Day-to-day operations
•    Maintain and update the project engineering document register, schedule, execution plan, manpower histograms, progress charts like S-curves.
•    Develop detailed project plans, including work breakdown structures (WBS), schedules, and resource allocation.
•    Liaise with Dubai main yard Project Engineer / Engineering Manager for close coordination & construction updates. 
•    Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, etc.) to ensure seamless integration of project deliverables, including subcontractors if applicable.
•    Maintain separate records of sample drawings issued by client for easy reference.
•    Supervise, maintain and update the yard engineering deliverables list and schedule.
•    Submission of engineering status reports for weekly and monthly progress meetings.
•    Coordinate with the trades and project management team for developing the Build Methodology and also various engineering & design requirements of the project as applicable.
•    Advise the project team on the various technical issues if any upon identification.
•    Liaisons with the client, class and third party on engineering requirements.
•    Ensure the timely submission of yard engineering to client.
•    Serve as the main point of contact between project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and internal teams.
•    Ensure the timely receipt of client engineering details so as not to hamper smooth construction and highlight the requirement of critical documents in advance.
•    Preparation and submission of engineering design, method statements and specific procedures in line with client requirements.
•    Preparation and submission of the As-built drawings and data in accordance with contract requirements.
•    Participate in design reviews and take necessary follow up actions.
•    Control and monitor the man-hour consumption versus Project achieved progress, ensure that engineering execution is matching allotted budget and Project schedule.
•    Assist in the preparation and monitoring of project budgets, ensuring that all engineering and procurement costs are controlled and align with project estimates.
•    Monitor project expenditures and recommend corrective actions if the project exceeds budget.

G: Safety, Quality, Environment & Information Security Rules
•    Responsible to comply with relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls and to behave in a manner, which ensures that their actions or omissions, do not adversely affect the environment, health, safety and wellbeing of themselves, colleagues, contractors or members of the public.
•    Meeting all responsibilities as outlined in the DDW OHSMS.
•    Participating in any training and safety initiatives implemented by the Company.
•    Complying with all Safety directives, and work instructions.
•    Immediately reporting any incident or potential hazard to their Supervisor or Safety Dept.
•    STOP the task if you feel yourself or others may be harmed.
•    Ensuring that all work is properly planned, communicated and executed safely.
•    Advise workers on potential Health and Safety hazards and there controls.
•    Conducting regular inspections of work areas to identify and eliminate hazardous conditions and practices.
•    Reporting to Line Manager / Safety Inspector promptly regarding incidents, hazards, unsafe plant, equipment or other safety concerns.
•    STOP any worker performing an unsafe act and reinforce positive attitude amongst work force

H: Leadership and People Management - Supervise the activities and work of subordinates by providing formal and informal feedback to ensure that all work within a specific area is carried out in an efficient manner and in accordance with set individual targets.

I: Direction to subordinates - N/A

J: Change Management - Ensure all changes (internal & external) are captured via ECN/IOC yard procedures, discussed with PMT/Commercial and Client as needed for proper closeout and budget allocation to engineering.

K: Continuous improvement - Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices taking into account ‘international best practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement.

L: Reporting - Prepare reports of assigned project on time and accurately to meet company and department requirements, policies and standards.

M: Related Assignments - Perform other related duties or assignments as directed on order to contribute to the continuous operations of the department

3. KEY COMPETENCIES
A: Language skills
•    Must be fluent in English.
•    Very good knowledge in technical terms and report writing skills.
•    Knowledge of additional languages is added advantage.

B: Technical competencies
•    Broad Engineering knowledge in Marine / offshore construction, conversions, repairs.
•    Knowledge of oil and gas industry codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., NORSOK, IACS codes, API, ASME, ISO, HSE).
•    Familiarity with project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, Aconex, IFS).
•    Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with contractors and vendors.
•    Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
•    Ability to manage project budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
•    Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
•    Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and successfully execute tasks in accordance with business objectives.
•    Ability to review and approve technical documentation, such as engineering drawings, design specifications, and procurement packages.
•    Fully aware and knowledgeable with relevant Safety and Occupational Health & Safety standards.

C: Behavioural Competencies
•    Team oriented.
•    Strong communication skills.
•    Planning and organization skills.
•    Problem solving and decision making.
•    Solution oriented and demonstrated creative & critical thinking.
•    Possess cultural awareness & sensitivity and be flexible and demonstrate sound work ethics.

4. DIMENSIONS (PROVIDE DATA THAT INDICATES SCALE OF THE JOB)
•    Lead and coordinate project engineering team of 50-100 personnel.

5. CHALLENGES (MAJOR CHALLENGES OF THE ROLE – NOT MORE THAN 5)
•    Managing fast track projects with multi-skill requirement and available limited resources.
•    Change management on all aspects of the Department.
•    Varied project requirement over different segments of oil and gas / ship building / new building projects.
•    Maintain excellent inter personnel relations with internal & external project stake holders.

6. KEY INTERACTIONS & COMMUNICATIONS
•    Internal - Directors / Department Heads / Project Managers
•    External - Clients, Classifications Societies, 3rd parties like vendors & Subcontractors
•    Nature of Interaction - Verbal, Written, Meetings, Presentations, Emails, etc.

7. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
•    Essential
(1) Education - Bachelor’s Degree in one of the Engineering Disciplines
(2) Training - 1. Project Management, 2. Proficient with softwares such as Microsoft Word/Excel/Project, AutoCAD.
(3) Experience - 10+ years relevant experience in a shipyard, offshore / Oil & Gas industry in Engineering office.

•    Desirable
(1) Education - Master’s Degree in relevant field
(2) Training - 1. Having PMP certification, 2. Emphasis on Project Documents preparation for large offshore Yard production lines.
(3) Experience - 1. Project management experience in high value projects, 2. Working experience in major Production / Construction sites.