Construction Engineer

The Construction Engineer is responsible for performing conceptual and detailed engineering for facilities construction, requiring knowledge of construction codes, techniques, procedures, applicable industry standards and design standards.

• Apply range of skills and knowledge, including engineering calculations, construction codes, material selection and construction safety.
• Validate designs proposed by the Construction Designer (internal or external) and provide the necessary engineering for the feasibility and constructability study of the facility.
• Be responsible for meeting the schedule and advising management of schedule errors and deviations. Prepare man-hour estimates for new projects and changes in design.
• Prepare engineering and construction calculations to support the conceptual design made by Construction Designers from scratch, sketches or verbal instruction, utilizing computer-assisted drafting and design techniques.
• Perform fundamental engineering support tasks such as updating computer lists, filing prints, distributing drawings, making simple calculations, proofreading reports and compiling Purchase orders and cost of material and services.
• Check the work of other designers and drafters.
• Ensure project and company procedures are followed.
• Use information from vendor prints, catalogs and technical manuals to do design work.
• Mentor less experienced facility team members.
• Q-HSE coordination: Supervise direct and contract detailed engineering and other engineering personnel.
• Approve work by offsite contract engineers.
• Keep supervisor informed of project progress.
• Stay current on new technologies, materials and processes.
• Travel as necessary to support design projects for field locations.
• Ensure systems are complete, tested, documented, and handed over to operations.
• Ensure the annual CapEx projects plan is completed before endo of year.
• Collect all the construction needs from the Stakeholders to forecast the next CapEx plan.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil, or related field).
• Minimum 1 year of project engineering experience in an industrial, construction, or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD preferred (2D and 3D ).

Strong understanding of engineering drawings, technical standards, and drafting principles.

• Ability to interpret and create detailed drawings, layouts, schematics, and models.
• Strong project coordination, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• 0-3 years of experience in construction, facilities, industrial projects, oil & gas, energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Basic knowledge of engineering drawings, construction methods, and engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with construction codes, industry standards, and safety requirements applicable to Guyana and the Caribbean.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel to field locations and construction sites as required. (Guyana, Trinidad and Suriname)
• Willingness to learn and develop technical, project management, and construction supervision skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to industrial facilities, oil & gas, manufacturing, or infrastructure projects through internships or project work.

• Knowledge of project scheduling software (MS Project or Primavera P6).
• Basic understanding of construction safety practices and risk management.

Preferred Skills

• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop professionally.

• Exposure to construction, infrastructure, industrial, or facilities projects through internships, university projects, or previous work

• Strong problem-solving ability

Key Competencies

• Basic engineering and construction knowledge
• Construction safety awareness

• Planning and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Contractor and stakeholder coordination

SLB offers equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

SLB ofrece igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo. Los Solicitantes cualificadoes son considerados sin distincion de raza, color, religion, sexo, orientacion sexual, identidad de genero, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad u otras caracteristicas protegidas por la ley.