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WSP in the U.S. · 17 hours ago

Oil and Gas Technical Leader

WSP USA is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking an Oil and Gas Technical Leader to support their nationwide oil and gas well plugging and abandonment program, requiring a combination of technical, operational, and soft skills.

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Responsibilities

Communicating with the team to understand project objectives and leading a team of resources to successfully achieve those objectives within scope, schedule, budget, and safety requirements
Ensuring satisfactory progress is being made and, if necessary, promptly implementing corrective actions
Performing project related field tasks, attending key meetings, supporting coordination and oversight of subcontractors, providing project related field documentation, and performing a variety of technical activities during project planning, design, and construction
Preparing and reviewing deliverables
Providing technical assistance such as interpreting specifications and applying technical standards to project-specific applications
Performing periodic site visits to confirm progress conforms to the project’s requirements
Reviewing contractor/subcontractor payment applications

Qualification

OilGas well designWell integrity managementProject executionDrillingProduction experienceEnvironmental risk handlingCertifications PECertifications PGCommunication skillsProblem solvingConflict resolutionDecision-making skills

Required

7-10 years of relevant experience
Degree in engineering, geoscience or related disciplines, or experience in an engineering or oil and gas industry-related position
Experience in designing, evaluating, and installing/abandoning oil and gas wells
Demonstrate relevant experience in drilling, production, or decommissioning projects
Executing projects to complete contract requirements, while ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals are achieved
Experience with construction plans & specifications and relating that to scope, schedule, & cost
Excellent communication, problem solving, conflict resolution & decision-making skills
Ability to verify well integrity in aging and complex wells involving deteriorated or damaged components, such as casings, tubing, or valves, as well as integrity threats such as corrosion, erosion, scaling, or leaks
Abandoning wells in challenging and sensitive environments
Handling technical, operational, or environmental risks like high pressure, high temperature, low visibility, or wildlife protection

Preferred

Certifications preferred (PE, PG, etc.)

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life
Retirement savings

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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H1B Sponsorship

WSP in the U.S. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2022 (1)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Lewis (Lou) Cornell
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Esposito
Chief Financial Officer
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