PROJECT ENGINEER

Job Summary

The Project Engineer acts as the technical and operational bridge between the Client’s Asset Team and the Maintenance Contractor’s execution teams. This role is responsible for the end-to-end management of specific maintenance campaigns, brownfield modifications, and shutdown activities. The primary objective is to ensure that maintenance works, and minor projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with the client's technical standards.

Job Details

Project Planning & Work Preparation

Review maintenance notifications and scope of work (SOW) from the Client to
define technical requirements and execution strategies.
Develop detailed "Work Packs" for maintenance campaigns, including method
statements, risk assessments (TRA/JSA), and material bills of quantities (BOQ).
Lead "Constructability Reviews" to identify potential clashes or access issues in
the live plant environment.

Execution Management & Technical Support

Manage sub-contractors (e.g., scaffolding, insulation, NDT, specialist vendor
services) to ensure they meet the contract's HSE and quality standards.
Oversee the management of Change (MoC) processes for any brownfield
modifications or material substitutions.

Procurement & Material Management

Identify long-lead items (LLIs) and critical spares required for upcoming campaigns
(e.g., valve replacements, pump overhauls).
Prepare technical requisitions for materials and services and conduct technical bid
evaluations (TBE) for vendor selection.
Track material delivery status to prevent schedule slippage (expediting).

HSE & Quality Assurance

Safety Champion: Ensure all activities comply with the Oil & Gas Golden Rules
of Safety, Permit to Work (PTW) systems, and Life Saving Rules.
Ensure all Quality Control (QC) documentation (welding logs, pressure test
certificates, lifting gears/equipment) is progressively compiled.

Commercial & Cost Control

Monitor project costs against the approved budget for specific work orders.
Prepare "Value of Work Done" (VOWD) reports for monthly review.
Follow-up Timesheets, JCCs and Invoicing submission and tracking.

Working Conditions

Office: 5 days / week with occasional site visit (exposure to heat, noise, and heights) requiring full PPE.

Requirements

Qualifications & Education

Essential: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation preferred).
Preferred: Professional Engineering License (e.g., COREN, NSE)

Experience Requirements

General Experience: Minimum of 5–7 years in the Oil & Gas industry.
Specific Experience: At least 3 years in a Brownfield / Maintenance environment (working on live plants).
Technical Exposure: Hands-on experience with any of the below:
Static Equipment (Vessels, Tanks, Piping) OR
Rotating Equipment (Pumps, Compressors, Turbines) OR
E&I (Control Systems, Switchgear).
Shutdown Experience: Proven track record of participating in at least one major plant Turnaround (TAR) or Shutdown.

Skills & Competencies

Software Proficiency: Strong skills in MS Office, especially an advanced user of Excel.
Contract Awareness: Understanding of Schedule of Rates (SOR) and Reimbursable contract models.
Hazard Awareness: Familiarity with HAZOP, SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations), and dangerous goods handling.
Soft Skills: High adaptability (able to switch between desk engineering and site supervision) and strong stakeholder management skills (Client vs. Contractor dynamic).

Benefits

HMO, 13th Month

About Company

Prime Atlantic Limited

Prime Atlantic Limited Company is the holding company of the Prime Atlantic Group.  It was founded in June 9, 2003. With over 19 years of experience, we have partnered with global leading organizations to ensure that our clients have access to the best-in-class services at the best cost locally. Our areas of specialization include Global maintenance, Process Automation, Metering and instrumentation, specialty fluids and chemicals, safety, and Emergency Response, and Data and Technology-Based compliance management. The Prime Atlantic companies include Prime Atlantic Cegelec (PACE), Prime Atlantic Global Instruments (PAGI), Prime Atlantic Safety Services (PASS), West Atlantic Energy Limited (WAEL), Pal Safehouse, Synerpet Limited, and Cinalt Resources.We are a proudly Nigerian group of companies that is passionate about building capacity, fostering global partnerships, and delivering world-class services locally.