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Project Engineer

A Project Engineer is responsible for key functions within their domain of expertise. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across bahrain, kuwait, oman with 56 recent postings.

GCC postings
56
Active markets
6
Typical experience
5+ years
Key responsibilities
  • 01: Has a strong background in pre
  • 02construction management including contract management, procurement, tendering, estimating, and cost. Should have good working knowledge of schedule management, sequence of activities from pre
  • 03Lead or support the FEL
  • 042 phase for capital projects, focusing on developing and optimizing conceptual engineering scope.
  • 05Coordinate with process, mechanical, civil, electrical, instrumentation, and other engineering disciplines to define project scope and design basis.
  • 06Participate in or lead option assessments and trade
  • 07off studies to identify the most viable technical solutions.
  • 08Prepare or review conceptual design deliverables including PFDs, design basis documents, block flow diagrams, plot plans, and preliminary equipment lists.
  • 09Collaborate with cost estimators to support Class 4 (or similar) capital cost estimating.
  • 10Assist in developing preliminary project schedules and identifying long
  • 11Support risk assessments, constructability reviews, and value improvement practices during FEL
  • 12Interface with stakeholders, including operations, maintenance, HSE, and commercial, to align project objectives.
Required qualifications
  • — Resolve any technical challenges or conflicts that arise during the FEED/DD phase
  • — Work with the team to identify technical, financial, and schedule risks at the FEED/DD stage.
  • — Formulate and implement risk management plans to mitigate potential issues that could affect project delivery
  • — Help the procurement team with the selection of suppliers and vendors based on technical specifications and project requirements.
  • — Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear and continuous communication throughout the FEED/DD stage.
  • — Deliver presentations to stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and senior management, to ensure alignment on project objectives and progress.
  • — Ensure that client feedback and requirements are incorporated into the design and planning processes.
  • — Verify that the design adheres to relevant industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental laws.
Preferred qualifications
  • — 2 stages of project development preferred.
  • — Preferred Skills
  • — Fluency in English & Hindi. Knowledge of Arabic is an added advantage.
  • — Bachelor's (Preferred)

Required skills

safetycompliancecommunicationproject managementprocurementhserisk managementpresentation

Tools & technologies

teamsexcel

Hiring companies we see

  • Wood
  • Penspen
  • Roll Group
  • Dar
  • Hitachi Energy
  • Michael Page
  • WorleyParsons
  • Hill International (Middle East) Limited

Hired across

  • bahrain
  • kuwait
  • oman
  • qatar
  • saudi
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Project Engineer do in the GCC?

    A Project Engineer in the GCC performs core duties related to safety, compliance, communication, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Project Engineer?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 5+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Project Engineer in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across bahrain, kuwait, oman, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Project Engineer role?

    Key skills include safety, compliance, communication, project management, procurement, hse, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Project Engineer in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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