Engineering Project Manager - Schiedam

Our Vision.

SBM Offshore believes the oceans will provide the world with safe, sustainable and affordable energy for generations to come. We share our experience to make it happen.

Our Profile.

We design, build, install and operate offshore floating facilities for the offshore energy industry. As a leading technology provider, we put our marine expertise at the service of a responsible energy transition by reducing emissions from fossil fuel production, while developing cleaner solutions for renewable energy sources. More than 7,000 SBMers worldwide are committed to sharing their experience to deliver safe, sustainable and affordable energy from the oceans for generations to come. Together, we are driving progress forward in a TRUE. BLUE. TRANSITION. 

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Department information
The Engineering Project Management department is a team of experienced professionals who are assigned to projects to manage the technical scope and to ensure that the technical scope is executed in compliance to contractual requirements, internal and external codes, standards and regulations within budget and schedule.

Role description
The Topsides Engineering Manager reports to the Overall FPSO Engineering Manager and acts as the engineering focal point for the Topsides scope of the project. Your responsibilities are:

• Responsible for oversight and verification of all engineering activities undertaken on the Topsides scope of the project, coordinating, and supervising all engineering activities related to the Topsides engineering. This includes ensuring that all engineering work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and standards.
• Manage all Topsides scope engineering activities and ensure they align with project objectives, specifications, and quality standards. This includes overseeing the design, planning, and execution of engineering tasks, as well as implementation of quality management processes specific to engineering.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team. Review and approve engineering designs and changes.
• Organize design reviews and implement review results.
• Help acquire relevant approvals and certifications (client, class, etc.)
• Identifies manpower requirements to meet project demands.
• Identifies potential engineering risks and develop strategies to mitigate these. Implement these strategies and monitor their effectiveness.
• Oversees Topsides engineering team discipline leads.
• Collaborate with Topsides Delivery Manager, Supply Chain, Planning, Construction and Operations.
• Continuous development and implementation of lessons learned to ensure highly effective and efficient engineering execution.
• Accountable for the guidance and performance of Topsides technical teams.
• Regularly report on Topsides engineering status, including any changes or issues that may impact project deadlines or budgets, to the Project Management and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BSc. or MSc. Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or other relevant fields).

• Minimum 10+ years of experience as a Topsides Project Engineering Manager or a similar role with responsibility for executing and overseeing individual engineering projects within the offshore industry.
• Ideally 3-5 years of experience within the FPSO industry
• Experience in leading and managing engineering teams in a project-based setting.
• Experience from construction and/or offshore operations support

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of topside engineering for offshore installations
• Good understanding of engineering execution of EPCI FPSO projects, including FEED.
• Expertise in engineering methodologies, including equipment, interfaces, and other components in offshore or marine environments.
• Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies, including strong commercial and contractual awareness.
• Ability to deliver in a high pressure, fast-paced project environment.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary / multinational environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and address issues that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Proven capability to lead teams, make decisions, ensuring team alignment with project goals and working with teams remotely.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, excellent interpersonal skills.
• Team Player with ability to guide, motivate, and manage teams to achieve project objectives.
• Willingness to travel (the position is based in Schiedam, however frequent international travel is required)

What we offer

We offer you a job with a high level of diverse tasks and responsibilities in an international company that highly values the development of its employees, quality and safety. You get the freedom to take professional challenges in an open and friendly working environment. In addition, we offer you a competitive salary package and challenging opportunities for growth.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.