Are you a commercially minded professional with midstream or upstream experience in the UKCS? Imperial Recruitment is working on behalf of a prominent energy infrastructure operator to recruit a Senior Commercial Advisor . This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic commercial team supporting the strategic and operational management of midstream assets and high-value contracts. Role Overview: You ll be a key member of the Commercial team, providing expert advice, contract oversight, and commercial operations management. Your focus will be on ensuring that business practices meet industry standards and contractual obligations, while delivering accurate reporting and driving commercial value. Key Responsibilities: Manage and support commercial operations across a portfolio of complex midstream contracts Provide expert advice on third-party access (TPAs), terminal agreements (TAs), and operational interfaces Lead on integration, administration, and enforcement of commercial contracts Liaise with key stakeholders and external partners (e.g. Gassco/Vesterled) Support the negotiation and execution of new commercial agreements Ensure accurate reporting, invoicing, and contract compliance Collaborate across technical, operational, and legal teams to ensure business alignment Contribute to the resolution of disputes and commercial risk assessments Participate in on-call commercial operations (CELO team rotation) What We re Looking For: Degree in finance, engineering, law, or business (or equivalent experience) Experience in midstream or upstream energy, preferably UKCS Strong grasp of oil & gas commercial agreements and commercial risk Highly numerate with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills Proven ability to translate complex commercial terms into actionable plans Effective communicator with cross-functional team collaboration experience Organised, proactive, and results-driven with strong business acumen Understanding of UKCS codes of practice and infrastructure standards Benefits Include: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 20% employer pension contributions Annual bonus of up to 12% Private medical insurance with options to upgrade to partner or family cover Group Life Assurance (6x salary, with enhancement options) Group Income Protection and Personal Accident Cover Cycle to Work Scheme (including e-bikes, up to £4,000) Technology & Gadget schemes (voluntary, up to £2,000) Dental, Travel, and Critical Illness cover (optional) Flexible benefits platform with a range of voluntary extras Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. For more information about this fantastic opportunity, please contact Rob Colgrave at Imperial Recruitment Group.
Aug 31, 2025
Full time
Are you a commercially minded professional with midstream or upstream experience in the UKCS? Imperial Recruitment is working on behalf of a prominent energy infrastructure operator to recruit a Senior Commercial Advisor . This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic commercial team supporting the strategic and operational management of midstream assets and high-value contracts. Role Overview: You ll be a key member of the Commercial team, providing expert advice, contract oversight, and commercial operations management. Your focus will be on ensuring that business practices meet industry standards and contractual obligations, while delivering accurate reporting and driving commercial value. Key Responsibilities: Manage and support commercial operations across a portfolio of complex midstream contracts Provide expert advice on third-party access (TPAs), terminal agreements (TAs), and operational interfaces Lead on integration, administration, and enforcement of commercial contracts Liaise with key stakeholders and external partners (e.g. Gassco/Vesterled) Support the negotiation and execution of new commercial agreements Ensure accurate reporting, invoicing, and contract compliance Collaborate across technical, operational, and legal teams to ensure business alignment Contribute to the resolution of disputes and commercial risk assessments Participate in on-call commercial operations (CELO team rotation) What We re Looking For: Degree in finance, engineering, law, or business (or equivalent experience) Experience in midstream or upstream energy, preferably UKCS Strong grasp of oil & gas commercial agreements and commercial risk Highly numerate with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills Proven ability to translate complex commercial terms into actionable plans Effective communicator with cross-functional team collaboration experience Organised, proactive, and results-driven with strong business acumen Understanding of UKCS codes of practice and infrastructure standards Benefits Include: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 20% employer pension contributions Annual bonus of up to 12% Private medical insurance with options to upgrade to partner or family cover Group Life Assurance (6x salary, with enhancement options) Group Income Protection and Personal Accident Cover Cycle to Work Scheme (including e-bikes, up to £4,000) Technology & Gadget schemes (voluntary, up to £2,000) Dental, Travel, and Critical Illness cover (optional) Flexible benefits platform with a range of voluntary extras Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. For more information about this fantastic opportunity, please contact Rob Colgrave at Imperial Recruitment Group.
Our client, an oil and gas operator, requires a contracts specialist to join the team on a long-term contract. POSITION SUMMARY â Manages a portfolio of high/medium, risk/value contracts pertaining to operating an offshore platform facility. â Coordinate tender/sourcing activities to ensure that contracts and agreements are placed to meet business requirements and support ongoing activities. â Ensure that cost-effective and high performing contracts and agreements are delivered and managed in a professional and ethical manner. â Ensure Company is not exposed to unnecessary contractual or commercial risk. â Manage the Supply Chain interface with Contractors, Suppliers, Consultants and Company in a professional and ethical manner. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES â Champion QHSESG in all procurement activities. â Manages a portfolio of high/medium, risk/value contracts pertaining to operating an offshore platform facility. â Prioritise tender schedules and manage workload to meet business requirements. â Leads the tendering and evaluation process and makes recommendations to management. â Plan, conduct and conclude complex contract negotiations. â Prepare detailed Recommendation to Award papers and presentations to review boards where required. â Draft agreements using standard templates. â Contract management from kick off to close out. â Provide contractual advice, support and interpretation to the Operations team. â Lead complex negotiations. â Lead claim and dispute teams ensuring positive outcomes where applicable. â Develop and implement supplier relationship performance management plans, including performance reviews and identifies improvement plans for any underperforming contracts. â Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements through good communication and collaboration. â Build and maintain network and relationships with business and regulatory partners relevant to our operated activities in the UK to secure necessary resources to achieve objectives. â Monitor the external environment to identify and take advantage of immediate business opportunities to improve results within defined area of responsibility. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL INTERFACES â Department Managers and Representatives, Logistics, Finance, Legal, QHSE and HR. â Management and Representatives of Contractors/Suppliers. â Industry Peers. â Relevant industry organisations/bodies/authorities. â Global supply chain team. â Project Partner Interfaces. REQUIRED COMPETENCES/ QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE / PROFILE â Preference for degree qualification in business/management/law/QS or equivalent discipline â Extensive experience in oil and gas, with relevant experience in a range of categories. â Professionally qualified i.e. CIPS, RICS â Significant, in-depth knowledge and experience of contracts, conditions and conventions prevalent in the UKCS arena2 â Demonstrable experience of tendering, awarding and managing high risk, high value contracts and procurement across a range of requirements pertaining to operating an offshore platform facility. â Experienced in developing contract strategies, which have delivered overall value to the business. â Competent and experienced contract negotiator. â In-depth understanding of Contractor remuneration structures and their commercial implications. â Managed internal and Contractor relationships at a senior level. â A strong understanding of stakeholders and their interests. COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIORS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE ROLE EFFECTIVELY â Commercially aware with sound business acumen â Can interpret contract law and has drafted a wide variety of contract types, adapting terms to suit â Understands liability, indemnity and insurance principles â Ability to work pro-actively under own initiative with minimum supervision â Develops a culture of commitment to achieve highest level of ethical compliance â Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others â Team player with good communication skills and who focuses on developing strong working relationships with all departments. â Flexible and adaptable to change. â Displays a professional approach and demonstrates appropriate behaviours. â Strong focus on delivery, quality and overall team and contract performance. â Demonstrates effective use of contract management systems and is competent in all MS office applications With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide.With more than 100 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Dec 15, 2022
Full time
Our client, an oil and gas operator, requires a contracts specialist to join the team on a long-term contract. POSITION SUMMARY â Manages a portfolio of high/medium, risk/value contracts pertaining to operating an offshore platform facility. â Coordinate tender/sourcing activities to ensure that contracts and agreements are placed to meet business requirements and support ongoing activities. â Ensure that cost-effective and high performing contracts and agreements are delivered and managed in a professional and ethical manner. â Ensure Company is not exposed to unnecessary contractual or commercial risk. â Manage the Supply Chain interface with Contractors, Suppliers, Consultants and Company in a professional and ethical manner. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES â Champion QHSESG in all procurement activities. â Manages a portfolio of high/medium, risk/value contracts pertaining to operating an offshore platform facility. â Prioritise tender schedules and manage workload to meet business requirements. â Leads the tendering and evaluation process and makes recommendations to management. â Plan, conduct and conclude complex contract negotiations. â Prepare detailed Recommendation to Award papers and presentations to review boards where required. â Draft agreements using standard templates. â Contract management from kick off to close out. â Provide contractual advice, support and interpretation to the Operations team. â Lead complex negotiations. â Lead claim and dispute teams ensuring positive outcomes where applicable. â Develop and implement supplier relationship performance management plans, including performance reviews and identifies improvement plans for any underperforming contracts. â Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements through good communication and collaboration. â Build and maintain network and relationships with business and regulatory partners relevant to our operated activities in the UK to secure necessary resources to achieve objectives. â Monitor the external environment to identify and take advantage of immediate business opportunities to improve results within defined area of responsibility. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL INTERFACES â Department Managers and Representatives, Logistics, Finance, Legal, QHSE and HR. â Management and Representatives of Contractors/Suppliers. â Industry Peers. â Relevant industry organisations/bodies/authorities. â Global supply chain team. â Project Partner Interfaces. REQUIRED COMPETENCES/ QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE / PROFILE â Preference for degree qualification in business/management/law/QS or equivalent discipline â Extensive experience in oil and gas, with relevant experience in a range of categories. â Professionally qualified i.e. CIPS, RICS â Significant, in-depth knowledge and experience of contracts, conditions and conventions prevalent in the UKCS arena2 â Demonstrable experience of tendering, awarding and managing high risk, high value contracts and procurement across a range of requirements pertaining to operating an offshore platform facility. â Experienced in developing contract strategies, which have delivered overall value to the business. â Competent and experienced contract negotiator. â In-depth understanding of Contractor remuneration structures and their commercial implications. â Managed internal and Contractor relationships at a senior level. â A strong understanding of stakeholders and their interests. COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIORS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE ROLE EFFECTIVELY â Commercially aware with sound business acumen â Can interpret contract law and has drafted a wide variety of contract types, adapting terms to suit â Understands liability, indemnity and insurance principles â Ability to work pro-actively under own initiative with minimum supervision â Develops a culture of commitment to achieve highest level of ethical compliance â Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others â Team player with good communication skills and who focuses on developing strong working relationships with all departments. â Flexible and adaptable to change. â Displays a professional approach and demonstrates appropriate behaviours. â Strong focus on delivery, quality and overall team and contract performance. â Demonstrates effective use of contract management systems and is competent in all MS office applications With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide.With more than 100 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Our client is looking for a Commercial Lead for an initial 12 month contract position, located in Westhill, Aberdeenshire ROLE Growth opportunities for the Company are technically and commercially challenging. The Company needs first-class Commercial personnel to help maximise value for each asset (Operated and Non-Operated). RESPONSIBILITIES Work with minimal supervision to deliver on business strategies relating to operated WOS assets to yield maximum value throughout the joint venture asset life cycle, from exploration to decommissioning. Provide commercial management of assets through management of contracts for joint development and operations, transportation and processing and products sale and disposal. Coordination of the day-to-day JV activities, in particular with D&W, Operations, GSR, P&G team in order to ensure efficient communication between the Operator and the Partners. Ensure that the company's obligations under its JOAs and other Agreements are fulfilled. Provide to Partners the information necessary to support decisions and ensure buy-in to their implementation, including decision support documents, work programmes and AFEs. Represent the company on joint venture asset Commercial Committees, together with other related committees and work groups. Ensure that joint venture work programmes and budgets (both Operator and Company) are established and challenged where appropriate to help ensure plans and budgets are robust. Maintain and develop relationships with joint venture Partners to ensure maximum influence is exerted within the joint venture and/or to develop alliances with others where appropriate. Maintain and develop relationships with Infrastructure providers Maintain and develop relationships and act as focal point for Asset interactions with the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA). Inform Government relations department of any interactions with OGA. Liaise with other departments to provide information requested by OGA Effectively manage partner relations including any conflicts of interest that arise amongst partners during the conduct of Commercial issues Actively develop and maintain highly effective and productive relationships within the WOS Asset team and other Commercial Leads and Strategy and Businesses to ensure that best practices are followed, knowledge and experience is openly shared within the team. Establish an effective representation role, both internally and externally, to ensure that Operator/3rd party issues and queries are managed effectively and with minimum disruption to Operations/other internal personnel. Maintain a highly visible and high-profile role within the company and externally to ensure effective 360-degree communication between all interested parties and that information is channeled to interested parties. Maintain and develop expertise in the area of joint venture management and promote and participate in the transfer of such expertise to other areas of the company and group. Manage the processes to progress internal and partner approval of AFEs and Budgets. Identify and promote best safety and environmental practice by joint venture asset Operators consistent with company and industry standards. Act as the main point of contact for any third-party service requests and ensure that these are managed effectively within the company in compliance with ICOP. Participate in setting up new commercial agreements for the asset as required. REQUIREMENTS Degree in an appropriate discipline. Work experience since degree, preferably in an oil and gas role. Good working knowledge of UKCS upstream joint venture business practices. Ability to represent the Company both internally and externally. Highly developed negotiation skills and proven ability to influence and persuade. Highly developed planning and communication skills. Sound knowledge of asset management techniques and associated skills (contracts, finance, economic evaluation, taxation UKCS fiscal regime, business strategy, etc.). Good working knowledge of applicable corporate procedures and processes. Appreciation of associated subsurface (reservoir engineering, geology and geophysics) and technical skills (development and project engineering; process engineering; well engineering; and oil/gas plant and drilling operations). Clear understanding of the interactions and constraints (political, economic, technical, commercial) involved in joint venture/asset development and management.
Dec 02, 2021
Full time
Our client is looking for a Commercial Lead for an initial 12 month contract position, located in Westhill, Aberdeenshire ROLE Growth opportunities for the Company are technically and commercially challenging. The Company needs first-class Commercial personnel to help maximise value for each asset (Operated and Non-Operated). RESPONSIBILITIES Work with minimal supervision to deliver on business strategies relating to operated WOS assets to yield maximum value throughout the joint venture asset life cycle, from exploration to decommissioning. Provide commercial management of assets through management of contracts for joint development and operations, transportation and processing and products sale and disposal. Coordination of the day-to-day JV activities, in particular with D&W, Operations, GSR, P&G team in order to ensure efficient communication between the Operator and the Partners. Ensure that the company's obligations under its JOAs and other Agreements are fulfilled. Provide to Partners the information necessary to support decisions and ensure buy-in to their implementation, including decision support documents, work programmes and AFEs. Represent the company on joint venture asset Commercial Committees, together with other related committees and work groups. Ensure that joint venture work programmes and budgets (both Operator and Company) are established and challenged where appropriate to help ensure plans and budgets are robust. Maintain and develop relationships with joint venture Partners to ensure maximum influence is exerted within the joint venture and/or to develop alliances with others where appropriate. Maintain and develop relationships with Infrastructure providers Maintain and develop relationships and act as focal point for Asset interactions with the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA). Inform Government relations department of any interactions with OGA. Liaise with other departments to provide information requested by OGA Effectively manage partner relations including any conflicts of interest that arise amongst partners during the conduct of Commercial issues Actively develop and maintain highly effective and productive relationships within the WOS Asset team and other Commercial Leads and Strategy and Businesses to ensure that best practices are followed, knowledge and experience is openly shared within the team. Establish an effective representation role, both internally and externally, to ensure that Operator/3rd party issues and queries are managed effectively and with minimum disruption to Operations/other internal personnel. Maintain a highly visible and high-profile role within the company and externally to ensure effective 360-degree communication between all interested parties and that information is channeled to interested parties. Maintain and develop expertise in the area of joint venture management and promote and participate in the transfer of such expertise to other areas of the company and group. Manage the processes to progress internal and partner approval of AFEs and Budgets. Identify and promote best safety and environmental practice by joint venture asset Operators consistent with company and industry standards. Act as the main point of contact for any third-party service requests and ensure that these are managed effectively within the company in compliance with ICOP. Participate in setting up new commercial agreements for the asset as required. REQUIREMENTS Degree in an appropriate discipline. Work experience since degree, preferably in an oil and gas role. Good working knowledge of UKCS upstream joint venture business practices. Ability to represent the Company both internally and externally. Highly developed negotiation skills and proven ability to influence and persuade. Highly developed planning and communication skills. Sound knowledge of asset management techniques and associated skills (contracts, finance, economic evaluation, taxation UKCS fiscal regime, business strategy, etc.). Good working knowledge of applicable corporate procedures and processes. Appreciation of associated subsurface (reservoir engineering, geology and geophysics) and technical skills (development and project engineering; process engineering; well engineering; and oil/gas plant and drilling operations). Clear understanding of the interactions and constraints (political, economic, technical, commercial) involved in joint venture/asset development and management.
STRATEGIC RESOURCES EUROPEAN RECRUITMENT CONSULTANTS LTD
COMMERCIAL LEAD CONTEXT: Growth opportunities for the Company are technically and commercially challenging. The Company needs first-class Commercial personnel to help maximise value for each asset (Operated and Non-Operated). MAIN ACTIVITIES: Work with minimal supervision to deliver on business strategies relating to operated assets to yield maximum value throughout the joint venture asset life cycle, from exploration to decommissioning. Provide commercial management of assets through management of contracts for joint development and operations, transportation and processing and products sale and disposal. Coordination of the day-to-day JV activities, in particular with D&W, Operations, GSR, P&G team in order to ensure efficient communication between the Operator and the Partners. Ensure that the company's obligations under its JOAs and other Agreements are fulfilled. Provide to Partners the information necessary to support decisions and ensure buy-in to their implementation, including decision support documents, work programmes and AFEs. Represent the company on joint venture asset Commercial Committees, together with other related committees and work groups. Ensure that joint venture work programmes and budgets (both Operator and Company) are established and challenged where appropriate to help ensure plans and budgets are robust. Maintain and develop relationships with joint venture Partners to ensure maximum influence is exerted within the joint venture and/or to develop alliances with others where appropriate. Maintain and develop relationships with Infrastructure providers Maintain and develop relationships and act as focal point for Asset interactions with the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA). Inform Government relations department of any interactions with OGA. Liaise with other departments to provide information requested by OGA Effectively manage partner relations including any conflicts of interest that arise amongst partners during the conduct of Commercial issues Actively develop and maintain highly effective and productive relationships within the Asset team and other Commercial Leads and Strategy and Businesses to ensure that best practices are followed, knowledge and experience is openly shared within the team. Establish an effective representation role, both internally and externally, to ensure that Operator/3rd party issues and queries are managed effectively and with minimum disruption to Operations/other internal personnel. Maintain a highly visible and high-profile role within the company and externally to ensure effective 360-degree communication between all interested parties and that information is channeled to interested parties. Maintain and develop expertise in the area of joint venture management and promote and participate in the transfer of such expertise to other areas of the company and group. Manage the processes to progress internal and partner approval of AFEs and Budgets. Identify and promote best safety and environmental practice by joint venture asset Operators consistent with company and industry standards. Act as the main point of contact for any third-party service requests and ensure that these are managed effectively within the company in compliance with ICOP. Participate in setting up new commercial agreements for the asset as required. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: Degree in an appropriate discipline. Significant work experience since degree, preferably in an oil and gas role. Good working knowledge of UKCS upstream joint venture business practices. Ability to represent the Company both internally and externally. Highly developed negotiation skills and proven ability to influence and persuade. Highly developed planning and communication skills. Sound knowledge of asset management techniques and associated skills (contracts, finance, economic evaluation, taxation UKCS fiscal regime, business strategy, etc.). Good working knowledge of applicable corporate procedures and processes. Appreciation of associated subsurface (reservoir engineering, geology and geophysics) and technical skills (development and project engineering; process engineering; well engineering; and oil/gas plant and drilling operations). Clear understanding of the interactions and constraints (political, economic, technical, commercial) involved in joint venture/asset development and management.
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
COMMERCIAL LEAD CONTEXT: Growth opportunities for the Company are technically and commercially challenging. The Company needs first-class Commercial personnel to help maximise value for each asset (Operated and Non-Operated). MAIN ACTIVITIES: Work with minimal supervision to deliver on business strategies relating to operated assets to yield maximum value throughout the joint venture asset life cycle, from exploration to decommissioning. Provide commercial management of assets through management of contracts for joint development and operations, transportation and processing and products sale and disposal. Coordination of the day-to-day JV activities, in particular with D&W, Operations, GSR, P&G team in order to ensure efficient communication between the Operator and the Partners. Ensure that the company's obligations under its JOAs and other Agreements are fulfilled. Provide to Partners the information necessary to support decisions and ensure buy-in to their implementation, including decision support documents, work programmes and AFEs. Represent the company on joint venture asset Commercial Committees, together with other related committees and work groups. Ensure that joint venture work programmes and budgets (both Operator and Company) are established and challenged where appropriate to help ensure plans and budgets are robust. Maintain and develop relationships with joint venture Partners to ensure maximum influence is exerted within the joint venture and/or to develop alliances with others where appropriate. Maintain and develop relationships with Infrastructure providers Maintain and develop relationships and act as focal point for Asset interactions with the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA). Inform Government relations department of any interactions with OGA. Liaise with other departments to provide information requested by OGA Effectively manage partner relations including any conflicts of interest that arise amongst partners during the conduct of Commercial issues Actively develop and maintain highly effective and productive relationships within the Asset team and other Commercial Leads and Strategy and Businesses to ensure that best practices are followed, knowledge and experience is openly shared within the team. Establish an effective representation role, both internally and externally, to ensure that Operator/3rd party issues and queries are managed effectively and with minimum disruption to Operations/other internal personnel. Maintain a highly visible and high-profile role within the company and externally to ensure effective 360-degree communication between all interested parties and that information is channeled to interested parties. Maintain and develop expertise in the area of joint venture management and promote and participate in the transfer of such expertise to other areas of the company and group. Manage the processes to progress internal and partner approval of AFEs and Budgets. Identify and promote best safety and environmental practice by joint venture asset Operators consistent with company and industry standards. Act as the main point of contact for any third-party service requests and ensure that these are managed effectively within the company in compliance with ICOP. Participate in setting up new commercial agreements for the asset as required. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: Degree in an appropriate discipline. Significant work experience since degree, preferably in an oil and gas role. Good working knowledge of UKCS upstream joint venture business practices. Ability to represent the Company both internally and externally. Highly developed negotiation skills and proven ability to influence and persuade. Highly developed planning and communication skills. Sound knowledge of asset management techniques and associated skills (contracts, finance, economic evaluation, taxation UKCS fiscal regime, business strategy, etc.). Good working knowledge of applicable corporate procedures and processes. Appreciation of associated subsurface (reservoir engineering, geology and geophysics) and technical skills (development and project engineering; process engineering; well engineering; and oil/gas plant and drilling operations). Clear understanding of the interactions and constraints (political, economic, technical, commercial) involved in joint venture/asset development and management.
