Project / Field Engineer at Karsto Global Resources Limited

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly qualified Project Engineer to join our team. As a Project / Field Engineer, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the technical and practical execution of engineering projects offsite and on-site.
• You will also be responsible for ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and according to design specifications.
• The role bridges the gap between design, planning, and on-site construction. To plan, organise and control all elements of the project and ensure the requirements of Contracts are met satisfactorily.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects
• Responsible for scheduling, conducting and coordinating the technical and managerial aspect of projects.
• Monitoring project status reports and change orders.
• Accountable for the successful completion of engineering projects.
• Requires extensive regular contact with assigned project clients.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering projects proposals.
• Budget monitoring and trend tracking.
• Participate in Client / Contractor meetings and resolving Client / Engineering and management project issues.
• Keep an eye on all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements.
• Interpret clients' requirements.
• Identify engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented.
• Evaluate, organize and prioritize workload within a schedule.
• Liaise with third party contractors to ensure all equipment are fit for purpose.
• Take responsibility for a team of engineers.
• Take full responsibility for any assigned project from commencement to completion whether on shoe, offshore or swamp.
• Coordinate Tenders from start to finish.
• Head the site HSE meeting / discussion and attend the morning pep talk before start of work.
• Supervise all engineering operations at any given location.
• Act as service representative in the field.
• Contribute to the preparation of site reports.
• Supervise technicians, technologists, and other engineers and review / approve designs, calculations and cost estimates.

Qualifications / Requirements

• B.Sc. / B.Eng. / HND in engineering field. A Masters’ degree will be an added advantage with Experience: 3–5 years post qualification / (NYSC) experience
• COREN / NSE membership is an added advantage
• Proven experience working in a Project management role in manufacturing, construction and / or oil and gas industries
• Verifiable experience in the use of MS Office packages.
• HSE Level 3 minimum
• Should reside in Port Harcourt or willing to relocate.

Skills and Competencies:

• Microsoft Office Project
• Primavera
• Ability to use initiative
• The ability to explain design and plans clearly
• Confident decision-making ability
• A comprehensive knowledge of relevant legal regulations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to details
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Ability to work with initiative, autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.