Project Engineering Manager

Overview
Projects Department reporting to Project Management Department Manager. BW Offshore leverages more than four decades of experience in operating advanced offshore production systems and executing complex projects. We have executed 40 FPSO and FSO projects and cultivated a culture of thorough engineering, trust and teamwork throughout the organisation. BW Offshore is actively engaged in the energy transition by developing clean energy production solutions, applying our offshore engineering and operations capabilities to drive future value creation. Our aim is to create tailored energy solutions for evolving global energy markets.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Overall responsible for the quality and timing of the engineering/technical deliverables in assigned Project
Responsible for managing the design and engineering aspect of the project on behalf of the Company with the objective of successfully and safely delivering an FPSO (or a major modification to an FPSO) within an agreed budget and schedule, to client’s and BWO’s Operations specifications with high uptime, low maintenance and reliable long term operational performance
Develop a robust design for the FPSO, complying with contract requirements, specifications, safety standards, regulatory requirements and Company procedures, using media such as drawings/documents/specifications, to hand over to the project successors (Procurement/Construction/Commissioning) within the required time frame, and to support the successors to verify the implementation of design intents
Lead the entire project engineering team, Company staff as well as third parties (subcontractors), including planning, resourcing, and managing the engineering organisation throughout the project, ensuring clarity and alignment for all team members
Act as a mentor and resource for new employees, less experienced colleagues and consultants
Responsible for Engineering Management, including definition and allocation to the team with clear accountability set up, implementation of review/approval process and schedule/priority management of deliverables, covering all FPSO design/engineering activities including the subcontractors (engineering or EPC) and equipment vendors
Ensure extensive interface with Procurement, Construction and Commissioning processes
Responsible for the relevant parties within the client, management, partners, vendors, yards and sub-contractors, including clarifying and managing expectations in multiple directions for optimal project delivery
Ensure highest level of HSE performance within design/engineering aspects of the project, including the full range of HSE activities such as standard setting, leading by example, communicating, monitoring, putting in place positive and negative consequences depending on events/outcome and management of a safety case
Support Project Manager with activities as required with project administration, reporting, project cost and schedule control, invoicing, risk management, etc.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
Ideally 15 years of experience within the offshore industry, including previous experience as (deputy or area) engineering manager for at least one substantial and successful offshore project either for an oil & gas operator, an FPSO contractor or an offshore EPC contractor
Any previous FPSO experience will be greatly valued
International and multi-cultural experience will be preferred
Skills
Team player with the ability to lead
Excellent managerial skills; results-focused, well rounded and confident
Strong communication skills and the ability to ask relevant questions and provide thorough explanations
Proactive and able to work independently, applying a structured and systematic approach
Ability to deliver in a high pressure, fast-paced project environment
Ability to deliver high quality work on time
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary / multinational environment
Ability to think strategically
Other technical/social skills
Knowledge
Good understanding of major construction and lease contracts
Good knowledge of engineering management processes and systems
Good understanding of Safety Case process (Engineering phase)
Good understanding of Process plants
Good understanding ships and/or FPSOs, as well as shipyard and fabrication yard activities
Fluent in English (oral and written)
Other
The position may require temporary assignments at project premises or on-board units
The position may require heavy travel and long working hours in peak periods
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
BW Offshore is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of age, gender, disability, religion, or ethnic background.
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