Topside Commissioning Manager- Oil & Gas

Category

OPERATIONS - ENGINEERING/PRODUCTION

Contractor

Akkodis is a global leader in the engineering and research and development market that aims to accelerate innovation and digital transformation by leveraging the power of connected data. With a passion for technology and talent, the group comprised of 40,000 engineers and digital experts offers deep cross-industry experience in 30 countries across North America, EMEA, and APAC.

Akkodis boasts extensive experience and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software and technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.

The combination of IT and engineering skills leads to a unique end-to-end solutions offering, with four service lines - Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy - to help clients rethink their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time-to-market, and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow.

Akkodis' Energy division is among the leading players in Italy in the field of engineering consultancy, management and project management for companies in the energy and clean technology sector.

With a view to strengthening the team, we are looking for a:

Topside Commissioning Manager - Oil & Gas

What will your contribution be at Akkodis?

Within our Energy division you will be involved in a project related to the Oil & Gas sector.

Topside Commissioning Manager will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, testing and handover of FPSO Topside Process Units, coordinating head office

• Lead the Topside Commissioning Team for FPSO Process and Utilities systems (onboard, shipyard and offshore).
• Define and implement the commissioning strategy, milestones and KPIs; review P&IDs and operational procedures; ensure compliance with project and client requirements.
• Manage pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, test runs and handover; ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance; monitor schedule and budget.
• Oversee procurement and installation of temporary systems; define and execute spare parts strategy; coordinate with engineering and procurement.
• Coordinate with electrical, instrumentation & control, mechanical and other disciplines; liaise with vendors and subcontractors.
• Manage commissioning documentation, acceptance dossiers, LOTO, SIMOPS, QA/QC and certifications.
• Supervise high-risk activities (HP leak tests, GTG start-ups, gas compressor tests) and ensure proper risk management.
• Monitor progress with KPIs; adjust resources and schedules as needed; ensure asset preservation.
• Interface with internal departments and external bodies (class society, client); lead handover with construction and commissioning teams.

Team and

Schedule:

• Define team structure, recruit and onboard Commissioning Engineers; monitor performance.
• Contribute to the project schedule; plan vendor support and mobilization; maintain dashboards for completions and KPI tracking.

Oil and Gas

About you

Requirements to start your professional path:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in EPC for onshore/offshore Oil & Gas.
  Proven track record on at least one FPSO project as Commissioning
• Manager and/or Superintendent within an EPC contractor.
  Engineering bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred; technical diploma acceptable.
• Demonstrated growth from field commissioning to leadership roles (Commissioning Lead/Superintendent/Manager).
• Strong technical background in process and/or complex mechanical packages.

Offer:

Permanent contract, VAT registration

What you will find at Akkodis?

• A structured and personalized career path, with opportunities for vertical and transversal (cross-functional) growth
• Support through our training plans, an annual performance review, onboarding assistance in the initial phase, along with follow-up with managerial figures and HR Business Partners
• Access to a Corporate Benefits Platform

Location

Paris Onshore + China Onshore + Angola Offshore

5 to 10 years

31/10/2025