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Job Title: Engineering Manager - Offshore FEED project

KBR is looking for talented individuals to join our PMC team to work on an exciting Offshore project as an Engineering Manager for a PMC project to be based in Abu Dhabi - UAE

Job Purpose

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and managing all engineering activities during the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase of offshore projects. The role ensures technical excellence, alignment with client requirements, cost-effective design, and readiness for EPC execution, while maintaining strict adherence to offshore standards, safety regulations, and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership & Coordination
  • Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team (Process, Mechanical, Structural, Electrical, Instrumentation, Pipeline, Marine, Naval, etc.)
  • Coordinate engineering activities to ensure consistency and integration across all disciplines
  • Establish engineering execution strategy, procedures, and deliverables plan for the FEED phase

FEED Deliverables Management
  • Oversee preparation and review of critical FEED deliverables, including:
    • Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and P&IDs
    • Offshore platform layouts (fixed/jacket, FPSO, topsides, subsea systems)
    • Equipment datasheets and specifications
    • Structural and marine studies
    • Weight control reports and plot plans
  • Ensure deliverables meet client specifications, industry codes, and classification society requirements (e.g., ABS, DNV, API, ISO)

Technical Governance
  • Maintain overall technical integrity of the project design
  • Ensure compliance with offshore standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements
  • Lead technical reviews, design verification, and assurance processes
  • Support and participate in HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, and risk assessments

Project Planning & Control
  • Develop and manage engineering schedules, budgets, and resource plans
  • Monitor progress against milestones and take corrective actions when required
  • Support cost estimation and project execution strategy development (CAPEX/OPEX considerations)
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks and uncertainties

Stakeholder & Client Management
  • Act as primary technical interface with client, licensors, classification bodies, and third parties
  • Present engineering concepts, design solutions, and progress updates to stakeholders
  • Manage design changes and ensure alignment with commercial and contractual requirements

Interface & Integration Management
  • Ensure effective coordination between offshore facilities, subsea systems, pipelines, and onshore interfaces
  • Manage interfaces between FEED packages and ensure seamless transition to EPC phase
  • Coordinate with procurement, construction, and commissioning teams during early planning

Quality, Safety & Compliance
  • Ensure all engineering activities adhere to company QHSE standards
  • Promote a strong safety culture and ensure safety-in-design principles are applied
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory authorities and environmental standards

Key Skills & Competencies
  • Strong leadership and team management skills in a complex offshore environment
  • Deep knowledge of FEED methodologies and offshore project lifecycle
  • Expertise in offshore design (fixed platforms, FPSO, subsea systems, pipelines)
  • Strong understanding of international engineering codes and classification standards
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Commercial awareness and cost optimization mindset
  • Problem-solving with strong risk assessment capability
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JOB SUMMARY
Engineering Manager - Offshore FEED project
Abu Dhabi
4 hours ago
N/A
Full-time

Engineering Manager - Offshore FEED project