SURF Installation Manager Offshore Oil & Gas Project – International Assignment
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced SURF Installation Manager to join a major international offshore development project during the execution phase. The role will support the delivery of complex SURF installation activities associated with a large deepwater oil & gas development.
This position is suited to a senior offshore installation professional with strong technical expertise in SURF engineering, installation, construction, and commissioning activities within large EPC/EPCI project environments.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all SURF installation activities across engineering, fabrication, offshore installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases
• Support the SURF Package Manager on all installation-related matters throughout project execution
• Ensure full compliance with HSE, quality, ethics, and operational standards across all installation activities
• Manage installation engineering studies, installation methodologies, schedules, and execution strategies
• Coordinate installation interfaces with drilling, FPSO, SPS, and other package teams
• Review and validate contractor technical documentation, installation procedures, schedules, and engineering deliverables
• Monitor contractor performance and installation progress, identifying risks and proposing mitigation measures where required
• Supervise offshore installation campaigns and coordinate company representatives onboard installation vessels
• Ensure constructability, installation feasibility, and operational readiness are fully addressed during project phases
• Participate in project reviews, technical workshops, partner meetings, and risk management activities
• Provide regular reporting to project leadership regarding progress, technical issues, risks, and offshore execution status
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Candidate Profile

• Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in major offshore oil & gas projects, particularly in SURF engineering, construction, installation, and commissioning
• Strong experience managing offshore installation operations within deepwater developments
• Previous SURF contractor experience is advantageous
• Excellent understanding of offshore installation methodologies, subsea systems, and project execution processes
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills in multicultural and multidisciplinary project environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on safety, cost optimisation, and schedule delivery
• Proactive, autonomous, and solution-oriented approach
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Fluent English required

Certifications Required

• Valid BOSIET
• Valid HUET

Location & Assignment

• Residential position based in the Paris area initially
• Potential later residential assignment in South America with regular offshore missions during execution phase
• Long-term renewable contract opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically challenging offshore development project with significant international exposure and long-term execution scope.