Senior / Lead Project Engineer / Coordinator at Amaiden Energy Nigeria

Position Summary

The Senior/Lead Project Engineer/Project Coordinator is responsible for providing technical leadership, project planning, execution oversight, and coordination across multidisciplinary project teams. The role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards and company procedures. The position requires strong engineering expertise, excellent communication skills, and proven experience managing complex projects within the oil & gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Coordination

• Lead the development of project execution plans, schedules, work breakdown structures, and resource plans.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
• Organize and participate in project review meetings, ensuring timely resolution of design and construction issues.
• Track progress against plans, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide senior-level technical input and guidance on all engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with industry codes and project requirements.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Support procurement of materials and equipment, including technical evaluations and vendor clarifications.
• Ensure constructability considerations are incorporated early into engineering design.
• Oversee field engineering activities, ensuring construction is executed according to approved drawings and standards.
• Liaise with construction supervisors, site teams, and contractors to address technical queries and site changes.
• Monitor contractor performance, ensuring adherence to safety procedures, quality standards, and project timelines.
• Provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and KPIs to project management and clients.
• Support cost control, budget tracking, and change management processes.
• Prepare technical reports, meeting minutes, and project documentation.
• Ensure all engineering and construction activities comply with QHSE policies and regulatory standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture among project teams and contractors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Chemical, or related discipline).
• Minimum of 12 years experience in project engineering, project coordination, and/or construction supervision within oil & gas sector.
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing complex projects from design to commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards, project management methodologies, and construction practices.
• Proficient in project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and engineering software relevant to specialization.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.