Offshore Execution Lead

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future. 

We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?

Our Construction group in St. John's, NL is now looking for a temporary Offshore Execution Lead who will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of an offshore hookup scope.

• This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project objectives are met, and maintaining high safety and quality standards. As well as, working closely with offshore stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and offshore work group teams, to ensure successful project completion.
• Accountable for safe and efficient performance of the offshore hook-up work scope ensuring work and priorities are met with regards to HSE, quality and schedule.
• Lead and manage offshore project execution, ensuring adherence to project plans, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Monitor offshore project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the performance of offshore contractors and vendors, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Develop comprehensive offshore project execution plans, including scope, schedule, cost, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment and integration of offshore project activities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop offshore project team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to the offshore team members.

• Technical diploma with a minimum 10 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Must have Offshore Construction Supervisory experience in a multi-discipline environment;
• Strong knowledge of offshore construction, engineering, and project management methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to offshore project sites as required
• Must complete mandatory safety training and meet qualifications required for work offshore;
• Must have understanding of local safety and industry regulations.

• Professional development and career opportunities
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Healthy work-life balance
• Social and team-building events
• Dynamic project and team environment 

Consistent with the Atlantic Accords Act, residents of Newfoundland and Labrador specifically, and Canadians generally, who are qualified, will be given first consideration for training and employment. For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment and background screening will be required. We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Our goal is to make Aker Solutions a place where everyone can perform at their best by creating opportunities for all. We see diversity as a source of creativity, innovation, and as a key competitive advantage. Diversity includes not only gender, ethnicity, or age but also disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and many other parts of one’s identity. We welcome your application no matter who you are or where you come from and encourage you to let us know if you need any supportive adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.