Senior Project Engineer Roads & Building (Local Talent)

Title:Senior Project Engineer – Roads & Building (Local Talent)

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The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer

Job Purpose:

To support the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects by coordinating technical activities, managing contractor and consultant interfaces, and ensuring compliance with project requirements, client standards, and applicable regulations. The role is primarily office-based in Abu Dhabi, with regular coordination with site teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Tendering and service order preparation, including scope definition, technical evaluation, and commercial coordination

Assist in activities related to the transition projects with office and site team, also provide support in planning, scheduling, and coordinating all technical aspects of projects.

Follow up design drawings, specifications, and technical documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards

Support the Senior Project Manager in managing site activities, Service Orders, contractor performance, and coordination with consultants and stakeholders

Monitor work progress and ensure alignment with project schedule and quality standards

Participate in the preparation and review of technical submittals, method statements, RFIs, and progress reports

Assist in resolving design, construction, and site issues

Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety requirements, and environmental standards

Act as the focal point between the Abu Dhabi office and site teams to ensure effective coordination and information flow

Support in quality compliance, cost monitoring and control activities

Participate in internal and client meetings, providing quality and technical input where required

Assist in preparation of handover documentation and project close-out reports

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline

Minimum of 15 plus years of experience

Experience in working with clients, contractors, and international stakeholders is an advantage

Key Skills:

Experience in Majnoon Oil Field, Basra, Iraq

Strong technical and engineering background

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Strong communication and coordination abilities

Ability to work in complex environments with multi-disciplinary teams

Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project)

Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a plus

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