Senior Civil Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• Reporting to the Lead Civil/Structural Engineer, the candidate will assume sole responsibility for assigned Civil/Structural engineering work scopes.
• To carry out Civil/Structural discipline work within a project team, supporting the project team for field development of oil & gas production facilities.
• To plan, budget, organize, and control a segment of the Civil/Structural engineering deliverables for the project.
• To prepare Civil/Structural deliverables for a Detailed Engineering EPC project in the oil and gas industry, and ensure that they conform to all applicable engineering codes and standards as well as the Client’s policies and procedures.
• To ensure that all work is completed without compromise to quality and is delivered according to the project schedule.
• To provide direction and guidance on all Civil/Structural engineering technical queries raised by either internal or external parties.
• To liaise with the Client’s Engineering, Operations and Maintenance staff as required to ensure a consistent approach to project completion.
• To promote safe behaviour at all times.
• To provide sound technical advice and solutions to a diversity of technical problems within the discipline.
• To co-ordinate with other disciplines during all stages of design development, construction, pre-commissioning, and start-up.
• To assist in the coordination of all activities related to Civil/Structural engineering design.
• To identify any areas of concern with respect to progress and/or quality and recommend corrective actions as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in the oil and gas industry
• Minimum of 10 years proven capability in an engineering design company (Civil Discipline)
• Operational support / construction and commissioning experience.
• Experience of working with multi-national and multi-cultural project teams is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage.

Desired candidate profile

• Advanced Engineering Knowledge: In-depth understanding of civil engineering principles, including structural, geotechnical, transportation, and environmental engineering.
• Project Management: Proficiency in planning, executing, and managing projects from concept to completion, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Design Skills: Expertise in using design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit) for creating detailed plans and specifications.
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations, zoning laws, and environmental standards that affect civil engineering projects.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to assess data, conduct feasibility studies, and analyze project requirements to make informed decisions.
• Problem-Solving: Capability to identify issues and develop innovative solutions during the design and construction phases.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively interacting with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Team Leadership: Experience in mentoring and managing junior engineers and supporting professional development within the team.
• Site Management: Understanding of site investigation and analysis, including geotechnical assessments and environmental impact considerations.
• Quality Assurance: Knowledge of quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet industry standards and specifications.