About the Role
The Senior Project Engineer plays a crucial role in supporting the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects within the engineering domain. This role involves coordinating technical activities, managing contractor and consultant interfaces, and ensuring compliance with project requirements, client standards, and applicable regulations. The position is primarily office-based in Abu Dhabi, with regular coordination with site teams.
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Key Responsibilities
- Prepare tendering and service orders, which includes scope definition, technical evaluation, and commercial coordination
- Assist with activities related to transition projects alongside office and site teams, and provide support in planning, scheduling, and coordinating all technical aspects of projects
- Follow up on design drawings, specifications, and technical documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards
- Support the Senior Project Manager in overseeing site activities, service orders, contractor performance, and coordination with consultants and stakeholders
- Monitor work progress to ensure alignment with project schedule and quality standards
- Participate in the preparation and review of technical submittals, method statements, RFIs, and progress reports
- Assist in resolving design, construction, and site issues
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety requirements, and environmental standards
- Act as the focal point between the Abu Dhabi office and site teams to ensure effective coordination and information flow
- Support quality compliance and cost monitoring activities
- Participate in internal and client meetings, providing quality and technical input as needed
- Assist in the preparation of handover documentation and project close-out reports
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in a relevant field
- Experience working with clients, contractors, and international stakeholders is advantageous
Key Skills
- Experience in Majnoon Oil Field, Basra, Iraq
- Strong technical and engineering background
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication and coordination abilities
- Ability to work in complex environments with multi-disciplinary teams
- Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, and project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project)
- Fluent in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus
