Highway Engineer- Liberia

$140k-$180k base + Bonus + Stock + Executive Benefits

My client is the world's largest steel producer. They have steelmaking operations in 20 countries on four continents, in both developing and developed steel markets. In 2011, they had revenues of US$94bn and crude steel production of 91.9 million tonnes, which represents around 6% of world steel output.

They are looking for a Senior Highway Engineer to be based in Liberia

Responsibility

The Highway Engineer will take responsibility of overseeing and managing the EPCM Consultant for the design, construction and maintenance of all roads in the Yekepa and Buchanan area.

Qualifications and experience required

*Graduate qualification in civil or highway engineering.
*Minimum ten years experience in highway engineering on projects in remote rural environments in developing countries, particularly Africa.
*Proven track record of implementing road projects to AASHTO, World Bank and other international standards, and the use of FIDIC forms of contract.
*Previous experience as a client managing an EPCM consultant.
*A proven ability to listen, communicate and work effectively with people of different nations and socio-economic backgrounds in a respectful manner.
*A proven ability to enforce high standards and contractor compliance.
*Highly familiar with computers and the use of Microsoft Word and Excel for reports and spreadsheets, and a demonstrable ability to produce a high standard of reports to international standards.
*Fluent in written and spoken English.

Reporting

The Highway Engineer will report to the Project Manager /Project Director and will liaise with the Environmental Adviser and other relevant members of the Company's staff.

To apply please call Rob Popham on +44 203 008 7503 or emailyour CV to rob.popham@burnscarlton.com

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Cost Estimator

Job Role

My client, a Built Asset Consultancy with experience in the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical sectors, has long term contracts to provide skilled Project Services and Contracts and Procurement Professionals globally to major International Oil Companies. We are currently seeking experienced Cost Estimating professionals at all levels for long and short term assignments on major upstream and downstream projects.

Cost Estimator - Houston, Texas

Responsibilities

This position is specifically for ON SHORE pipelines. It is essential all candidates have significant experience estimating projects in this field.

§ Deliver consistent but appropriate cost management structures for major, complex projects.

§ Roll-out of the emerging Company standard tools and processes, as appropriate for each project's life cycle development & execution phase.

§ Provide project management support in the development of cost breakdown structures (CBS) and their population from the estimate.

§ Develop Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and document Cost Time and Resource (CTR) sheets for phased cost estimates in line with the Company guidance notes for agreement and sign-off by the CTR budget holders.

§ Provide project guidance for creation of accurate monthly cost reports, identifying variances from the plan on commitment, value of work done, changes and currency fluctuations against approved Authorities for Expenditure (AFEs).

§ Develop and implement the change management process for projects.

§ Provide guidance on trend analysis and the assessment of change impacts on cost.

§ Participate in peer reviews and other Assurance events.

§ Contribute to the development of junior staff through coaching and training in cost engineering practices, tools and techniques.

§ Maintain and promote realism in the cost forecasts in the face of commercial pressure and optimism from project teams.

§ Maintain consistency in cost bases through rigorous adherence to the controls processes.

§ Drive and raise awareness of the importance of developing the cost management structure in early project phases.

Skills / Experience Required

Engineering Degree and/or Certification as a Cost Engineer/Estimator or equivalent experience.
Minimum 6-12 years industry experience in lead cost engineering positions.
Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills
Experience in managing small teams of junior personnel.
Fully versed with Cost Control principles and techniques.
Candidates must have the right to work in United States.
This position is specifically for ON SHORE pipelines. It is essential all candidates have significant experience estimating projects in this field.

For more information on this role and others please call +1.832.390.2369 and speak to Dan Crowley.
Omega Resource Group Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Quality Engineer

A leading oil & gas engineering company has a new opportunity for a Quality Engineer to be based in their office in Surrey.

Main responsibilities:

- Compilation and maintenance of Manufacturing Record Books (MRB) for products supplied.
- Identification and maintenance of quality records.
- Assist with maintenance and development of the company Quality Assurance and Production Control database.
- Assist development of Quality Plans and standards applicable to the company product line.
- Assist procurement with vendor expediting visits.
- Inspection and release of products from suppliers.
- Assist in development of material and process specifications.
- Conduct audits of the company quality system
- Monitor vendor performance and keep records of quality and schedule performance.

Skills required:

- Working knowledge of: material certification gained in an engineering discipline, internal audits, industry standards, non-destructive testing, engineering materials, welding, and manufacturing processes.
- Demonstration of Computer literacy (Word and Excel), written and verbal communication and understanding of ISO 9001 quality standard.

To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Matchtech is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Completions Engineer – Canada

Completions Engineer – Canada

Are you a skilled Completions Engineer looking for a new challenge?

Our client is a leading global engineering company based in Canada; they are currently looking to hire a Completions Engineer to join their well respected team of professionals.

This company is offering an excellent salary with challenging job situations, career development and satisfaction. The role has the potential to lead to more projects within the company, focussing your specialised knowledge of Completions to ensure a fulfilling career.

Experience:

• An undergraduate degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Member in good standing, or eligible for registration, with the Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland & Labrador (PEGNL).
• A minimum of 8 years' completions experience, with 3 years of offshore experience, preferably in a harsh weather subsea development environment.
• A good working knowledge of the following:
o Tubular Stress Analysis.
o Torque/drag.
o Well cost reporting and AFE generation.
o Group Loading processes.
o Regulatory guidelines.
o Completion Operations.
o Slickline Operations.
o Welltesting.
o Tubing Conveyed Perforating.
o Subsea Horizontal Xmas trees.
o Subsea Systems.
o Subsea Well Interventions.
o High rate large bore wells (>12,000 bopb).
o Wireline in highly deviated wells.
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office. Experience using Wellcat software would be an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem identification skills combined with the ability to recommend practical solutions.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation).
• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team, and with others outside of the formal organization to achieve goals (e.g. service providers, vendors, contractors).

Completions Engineer - Canada

To apply for this exciting position apply for jobs at 0207 0780550.
Or email jobs@lakingaranmoorhouse

Completions Engineer - Canada

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Lead Geologist - New Ventures

Lead Geologist for New Ventures team, Global Oil Company

A lead geologist is required for the London office of a leading global operator to work within their New Ventures Exploration team.

It is an exciting position for a well-known Oil Company. Primarily you will be charged with increasing the company's portfolio of drillable, globally competitive opportunities by identifying and acquiring new inventory through the licence rounds, farm-ins &/or trades.

Key Responsibilities
*Conduct play fairway mapping in preparation for forward licence rounds
*Identify & mature globally competitive growth opportunities and bring forward justified recommendations
*Secure quality contributions to application documents that distinguish this company from competitors
*Apply regional understanding to discussions with partners to influence work programs

The successful candidate will be educated to Masters level and have a proven ability to generate globally competitive inventory, with track-record of generating ideas and maturing them through to lead and prospect status for investment decisions. The ability to appropriately distinguish and characterise inventory through to risk & resource ranges, strong 2D seismic interpretation & visualisation experience, and ability to work with poor quality data. Finally a working knowledge of sequence stratigraphic principle & ability to incorporate those interpretations in play fairway mapping objectives within clastic environments, i.e. deep water, shallow marine & fluvio-deltaic environments.

Role - Staff
Location - London

Please email James Tanton at Lawrence Harvey for more information on this position.

Lawrence Harvey is acting as an employment agency in regards to this position.

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Scaffold Co-ordinator

Role: Scaffold Co-ordinator
Location: Serbia
Type: Contract
Duration: 6-12 Months
Rate: £Negotiable

Background:
My Client is a leading provider of Cleaner, Greener technology, Products and Services for Power Generation: from turnkey power-plant projects to boilers, turbines, nuclear and wind power.

They currently require a Scaffold Coordinator to co-ordinate the scaffolding requirements of the Company and the subcontractors, ensuring the optimum effective deployment of the Scaffolding Contractor's labour, and cost control of the scaffolding services.

You:
You'll have sufficient and appropriate supervisory experience in Mechanical and Process Industry Sector, preferably including experience within the Scaffolding industry. A relevant HNC / Degree qualification, SMTDS IR Module & Planning Module, and IOSH Qualification are all desirable, but not essential.

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Drilling Supervisor / Well Site Leader

Drilling Supervisor / Well Site Leader - Multiple Roles!
Aberdeen - Offshore - 2 on 3 off Rotation
Negotiable Salary + Fantastic Benefits

The Background
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Drilling Supervisor / Well Site Leader to work for a global leading Oil and Gas company. Drilling Supervisors act as a pivotal role in leading all activity, HSE, operations and logistics at the well site.

The Role
As the Drilling Supervisor, you'll be accountable for supervising offshore / onshore drilling, completion and workover operations at rig sites. Whilst the majority of the work will be offshore at the rig site, some time may also be required to undertake operations planning and reviews. You'll ensure that all well site drilling and completions activities are carried out in compliance with company practices along with appropriate legislative requirements. Additionally you'll drive continuous improvements through and will coach individuals to enhance their contributions to performance. You'll also monitor all wells personnel and materials movements to ensure that there are no delays.

You
Ideally you'll be educated to a degree or HND level within a relevant discipline or you'll have the equivalent relevant experience within an Engineering role. You'll have enjoyed previous success in a Drilling Supervisor role and demonstrated competence in well design for drilling activities. You'll have experience with operation and safety program issues and you'll have had experience of working with third party providers. You'll be competent with landmark well engineering software packages such as DMIS/Openwells, Wellplan and will have previous experience of drilling for an operator. You'll ideally have an IWCF Well Control certificate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a global leading organisation that prides themselves on their developments within the oil and gas field and fantastic career opportunities!

To Apply: Call Nick or alternatively send an up to date copy of your CV.
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Project Controls Engineer

Job Role

My client, a Built Asset Consultancy with experience in the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical sectors, has long term contracts to provide skilled Project Services and Contracts and Procurement Professionals globally to major International Oil Companies.

Project Controls Engineer - Calgary, Alberta

We are currently seeking experienced Project Controls Engineers. Working closely with one of the world Oil and Gas Majors are a seeking dynamic and motivated professionals looking to make there mark in our rapidly growing Canadian and International business.

Responsibilities

- Develop/administer owner's integrated project schedule addressing engineering, procurement, fabrication/construction, installation and startup/commissioning phases

- Review schedule for usefulness, logic, level of detail, input sources, timing, and consistency.

- Status and update all project activities.

- Review, upgrade as necessary, and approve the schedule control plan

- Develop/administer master cost tracking/forecasting template for assigned project

- Develop/update various Project Controls Progress indicators to assist the Project Manager in evaluation of project health and focus areas

- Ensure the Contractor's schedule and cost forecast assumptions are in alignment

- Reconcile committed costs to actual costs on a monthly basis

- Investigate cost inconsistencies and booked charges as required

- Establish and maintain project progress measurement systems for assigned projects

- Review and, where appropriate, endorse cost and schedule progress baselines and forecasts prepared by contractors

- Assist site management in developing/reviewing cost and schedule corrective action and recovery plans, and making sure needed actions/plans are implemented

- Review and endorse progress measures reported by the contractor

Skills / Experience Required

Engineering Degree and/or Certification in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Business Administration or equivalent experience. OIL and GAS experience is essential.
Project Controls experience including cost, planning and estimating exposure.
A high degree of skill in written and oral communications.
Versed with Planning principles and techniques and Primavera P6.
Knowledge of Project Controls principles, theories, concepts, practices, processes, and expectations with respect to project controls
Competence required in scheduling, resource loading and project planning including progress measurement systems, S-curves, and earned value systems.
Must be eligible to work in Canada
6-8 Years Experience in Oil and Gas Industry
Experience working on Oil Sands, Heavy Oil and Shale Gas projects.

For more information on this role and others please call +1.832.390.2369 and speak to Dan Crowley.
Omega Resource Group Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Retained Search - (Senior) Exploration Geophysicist

Retained Search - (Senior) Exploration Geophysicist

An newly created opportunity for a (Senior) Exploration Geophysicist who can work as a self-directed prospect generator in a variety of basin settings has just been created due to growth and the need for further growth exploration. Primarily the role will be to participate in evaluation and operational work programmes and projects, consistent with asset/NV objectives, in such a way as to ensure best use of funds and maximise value through accurate subsurface characterisations work on increasing a portfolio of drillable, globally competitive opportunities by identifying and acquiring new inventory through the licence rounds, farm-ins &/or trades.

You will be responsible for:
Projects: project definition with immediate supervisor and the implementation of agreed work programmes/projects;
High quality evaluations: to ensure all projects are undertaken to generate a high-quality of insight through own work and coordination/QC of the work of others;
Accurate reporting and recommendations: to management, co-venturers and government;
Records management: assist in ensuring that asset-related data and records are accurately captured, documented, distributed and appropriately curated to meet company and host government needs;

Desirable Characteristics:
MSc or PhD plus variable amount of post-graduation experience;
Strong belief in high quality geoscience analysis as the basis for optimal decision making;
An ability to work with other individuals/teams to deliver project objectives;
Willingness to learn and develop knowledge and experience of standard industry evaluation workflows, tools, techniques and operations;
Enthusiasm, commitment and willingness to act proactively when required;
Ability to work to defined to project scopes, timelines and budgets;
Ability to formulate recommendations to management, co-venturers, etc.;

Retained Search - (Senior) Exploration Geophysicist
Role - Staff
Location - London

Please contact James Tanton at Lawrence Harvey for further information on the role.
Lawrence Harvey is acting as an employment agency in regards to this position.

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