Type

Full-time

Experience

10+ yr

About this role

The Area Lead for Utilities will be responsible for the management and execution of the Utilities and Buildings area of a gas treatment facility throughout the engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up phases.

The role will cover utilities systems and associated infrastructure, including MEG systems, fire water and firefighting systems, air, nitrogen, sewage and water distribution systems, buildings, roads, fencing, electrical substations, and third-party utility connections.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordinate and supervise engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities related to utilities systems and buildings

Ensure execution is aligned with project objectives, budget, schedule, quality, HSE, and fitness-for-purpose requirements

Plan upcoming activities, identify potential issues, and implement appropriate solutions in coordination with other project teams

Drive decision-making and alignment between internal and external stakeholders

Manage technical issue resolution in coordination with discipline specialists

Ensure timely review and validation of contractor deliverables

Coordinate with other package areas and disciplines to ensure full system integration

Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual, technical, HSE, QA/QC, cost, and schedule requirements

Oversee procurement activities for major utilities equipment and packages, including technical bid evaluations and vendor follow-up

Supervise construction and pre-commissioning activities related to utilities systems, buildings, and electrical substations

Participate in technical reviews such as HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, 3D model reviews, and constructability reviews

Ensure technical deviations and changes are properly managed and documented

Support the Operations team in the preparation of operating manuals and training materials

Support commissioning dossier preparation and commissioning execution

Ensure timely preparation and submission of technical dossiers and required permits

Provide regular reporting on progress, risks, and key issues

Engineering degree or equivalent

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Oil & Gas projects

Strong experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing technical issues

Solid technical background with broad knowledge of utilities systems, buildings, infrastructure, construction, commissioning, and start-up specificities

Good understanding of project planning, scheduling, cost control, and change management

Ability to assess the impact of decisions and non-decisions on project execution

Strong HSE awareness and ability to work in compliance with safety procedures

Open-minded, solution-oriented, self-driven, and curious mindset

Fluent English is mandatory

IOTA GROUP is an international engineering and services company supporting major players in the energy, oil & gas, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. We provide technical expertise and project support through experienced consultants across complex international environments.

We are currently looking for an Area Lead for Utilities to support a major Oil & Gas project, with an initial assignment in Beijing, China, followed by a relocation to Baku, Azerbaijan.