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Project Development Engineer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
  • Aberdeen

AI generated summary

  • You should have oil field development experience, strong project management skills, a relevant degree, and offshore Oil and Gas background. Effective communicator and team leader abilities are essential.
  • You will ensure health and safety, prepare project deliverables, develop schedules and cost estimates, manage interfaces, oversee contractors, and identify risks with mitigation plans.

Requirements

  • - Experienced in oil field facilities development within consultancy, contractor, or operator roles, with specific familiarity with North Sea practices, existing infrastructure, and design requirements.
  • - Possess a firm understanding of Development Concepts, Commercial, Subsurface, Drilling and Completions, and Production Operations.
  • - Capable of identifying, defining, and analysing complex issues within a multidisciplinary environment.
  • - Experience in developing and managing Project Cost Estimates, Budgets, and Planning.
  • - Solid grasp of Project Management fundamentals.
  • - Effective communicator with strong technical, analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
  • - Able to build relationships, influence appropriately, and lead when necessary.
  • - Experience managing, motivating, and ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery from both internal resources and third-party consultants/contractors.
  • - At a minimum, hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject.
  • - Previous experience in a similar role within the offshore Oil and Gas industry.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a strong and developed sense of health and safety within both the working environment and the design process. Responsibilities include preparing key project deliverables and coordinating the development team's input into Peer and Gate Reviews, ensuring consistency among key deliverables such as Project Charter, BOD, ES, DP&B, DSP, FDP, and PEP.
  • The engineer will also prepare robust development schedules and milestone plans, develop field development concepts and cost estimates, and identify key long lead items for integration into development plans. Additionally, the role involves providing subsea, pipeline, and topside engineering input to developments, working with Subsurface, Production Chemistry, Commercial, D&C, HSEQ, and Project Controls teams to generate technical, commercial, and economic development solutions.
  • Effective management of internal and external interfaces to produce results through influencing, consistent communication, and accountability is crucial. The engineer will prepare scopes of work for contractors/consultants, manage contractor evaluation and selection processes, supervise engineering contractors, and ensure the cost-effective and timely delivery of technical, HSEQ, and cost evaluation studies. Lastly, the role involves identifying potential risks and preparing risk mitigation plans for effective implementation.

FAQs

What is the role of the Project Development Engineer at CNOOC International?

The Project Development Engineer will provide field development planning and surface facilities input into development planning activities for CNOOC's UK-operated offshore oil and gas assets, supporting the maturation of projects through various stages of the CNOOC Stage Gate Process.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject and have previous experience in a similar role within the offshore oil and gas industry.

Is previous experience in the North Sea required?

Yes, familiarity with North Sea practices, existing infrastructure, and design requirements is preferred.

What type of work schedule is offered for this position?

You can participate in a Compressed Work Schedule (CWS), which provides two Fridays off per month in exchange for an additional 45 minutes of work each day.

Are there any benefits provided for employees?

Yes, benefits include competitive healthcare and dental coverage, company-paid life insurance, generous vacation time, a competitive pension plan with company contributions, and a complimentary annual health check.

Will the Project Development Engineer be working alone or collaboratively?

The role requires collaborative work with colleagues in the office and communication with various teams such as Subsurface, Production Chemistry, and others.

Is relocation assistance available for this position?

No, relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

Are there opportunities for personal and professional development?

Yes, CNOOC International offers opportunities for growth and development, allowing employees to learn new skills and broaden their experiences.

What kind of projects will the Project Development Engineer be involved in?

The engineer will be involved in projects related to infill drilling programs, field development concepts, and various engineering inputs for subsea, pipeline, and topside developments.

Is this position suitable for agency candidates?

No, agency or telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and only applicants authorized to work in the UK without company sponsorship will be considered.