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12-Month Contract On-site at Spring, TX ExxonMobil has been a leader in the energy sector for over 140 years. As ExxonMobil adapts to meet the increasing global demand for oil, natural gas, and refined products, it is committed to playing a pivotal role in energy transition. ExxonMobil's mission, to fuel the world safely and responsibly, has never been more important. Together, Raise and ExxonMobil are building teams that are rising to meet the world's growing energy needs through the ExxonMobil Contingent Community—where skilled workers and unique contract opportunities meet. Raise is taking applications for current openings like this one while building a diverse group of talent for future openings. When you apply for this role, you'll also be considered for upcoming positions that align with your skills and qualifications.
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Successful applicants will be employees of Raise Limited, working at ExxonMobil facilities with both ExxonMobil employees and other contractors. Overview We are seeking a proactive Project Engineer III to support early-stage development of FPSO, SURF, and Offshore Pipeline projects. This role is responsible for developing conceptual schedules and execution scenarios that enable the project team to evaluate options, identify risks and opportunities, and optimize overall project outcomes and timelines. This position supports multiple early-stage projects concurrently and works closely with cross-functional teams including SURF, FPSO, Contracting, and Execution as well as interfaces with Central Project Management cost and schedule representatives. Success in this role depends on the ability to challenge assumptions, develop independent perspectives, and influence project direction. Requires strong critical thinking and initiative, with the ability to operate effectively with incomplete information and clearly document and communicate assumptions. Key Responsibilities Project Development & Execution Planning Support early-stage development of FPSO, SURF, and offshore pipeline projects by translating technical scope into practical, executable strategies and sequencing plans Develop conceptual project schedules aligned with alternative contracting and execution approaches Evaluate key schedule drivers, interfaces, constraints, and high-level risks during pre-FID phases Act as a central coordination point across contracting, engineering, procurement, construction, and offshore execution teams to ensure alignment on execution strategy Support multiple concurrent pre-FID projects, prioritizing efforts based on project maturity and decision needs Ensure planning deliverables meet stage-gate and FID requirements Planning Integration & Contractor Evaluation Own the development and maintenance of the Owner's integrated schedule perspective, consolidating contractor schedules, internal assumptions, historical performance, and execution strategy into a cohesive view Review contractor and vendor schedules for completeness, constructability, feasibility, and alignment with the Owner's execution strategy Critically assess schedules for logic, interfaces, critical path, risks, and compliance with contractual requirements Identify gaps, inconsistencies, and risks between contractor plans and the Owner's expected execution approach, and drive alignment Support contracting and bid evaluation activities from an execution and schedule perspective Incorporate lessons learned, internal benchmarks, and prior project data to validate and challenge contractor inputs and assumptions Scenario Development & Schedule Optimization Independently develop and assess multiple execution and schedule scenarios Analyze trade-offs related to sequencing, phasing, contracting strategies, and integration approaches Identify opportunities to optimize project duration, reduce risk, and improve execution efficiency Clearly communicate scenario assumptions, key drivers, trade-offs, and risks to stakeholders Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with the cross-functional teams, including: SURF and FPSO leads Contracting and Commercial teams Technical subject matter experts (SMEs) Interface with the Cost & Schedule Engineering function to ensure alignment on methodologies, assumptions, and pre-FID deliverables Knowledge Integration & Continuous Improvement Leverage historical project data, benchmarks, and lessons learned to inform planning and execution strategies Engage SMEs and established company contacts to validate assumptions Contribute to the development and improvement of early-stage planning tools, templates, and best practices Documentation & FID Deliverables Develop clear documentation of schedule basis, assumptions, exclusions, and uncertainties Ensure deliverables meet internal governance and FID documentation standards Support preparation of planning narratives and review materials for management and investment decision processes Required Qualifications 7-12+ years of experience in project engineering, project execution, or project controls within offshore oil and gas developments (FPSO and/or SURF required) Experience supporting early-stage project development (Concept Select, Pre-FEED, FEED) Experience collaborating with or supporting planning/scheduling functions (Primavera P6 or similar preferred, but not the primary focus) Core Competencies & Skills Strong analytical and critical thinking ability Self-starter mindset, with the ability to operate independently and drive outcomes Ability to work effectively with incomplete information and evolving project definition Capable of managing multiple priorities and concurrent projects Clear and structured communication skills, particularly when explaining assumptions, risks, and trade-offs Ability to work across disciplines and influence without direct authority Detail-oriented with a big-picture, execution-focused mindset Curious, proactive, and willing to challenge assumptions Looking for meaningful work? We can help Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we're a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity. We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities. We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer, and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/ In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. 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