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Kent

Designs, constructs, and maintains energy assets

Project Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Expert
Bachelor's
Corpus Christi, TX, USA
In PersonTravel required per client/project requirements; relocation is not required.
Project & Program ManagementProject Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Prior direct experience managing petrochemical, chemical, refining, plastics, LNG, renewable energy, low-carbon, carbon-capture, or decarbonization projects is a plus.
  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering or another related technical degree from a four-year college or university is required.
  • A minimum of 10 years of direct work experience in a project-management capacity is required.
  • A minimum of 15 years of direct work experience in the oil, gas, and chemicals sector working with an engineering, procurement, and construction firm is beneficial; small- to mid-sized EPC energy project sector experience is also beneficial.
  • In-depth understanding of the oil and gas industry is required.
  • Understanding of the engineering and construction industry through past employment with EPC companies or clients is required.
  • Experience with and proficiency in the stage-gate process is required.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills are required.
  • Strong organization skills and the ability to serve as the focal point for owner communication are required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required.
  • Proficiency in reading and understanding cost-report trends and forecasting, and working with project engineering to bring the project team within budget, is required.
  • Proficiency in understanding critical-path schedule links to analyze and forecast outcomes and develop recovery plans is required.
  • The employee must observe the health, safety, sustainability, environment, and quality rules of the company, its clients, and the governing authorities of the host country.
Responsibilities
  • Champion health, safety, sustainability, and environment.
  • Lead quality in assigned areas, including technical deliverables and expected service delivery.
  • Lead development of technical proposals, including evaluating scope, cost, and schedule as part of a project execution strategy.
  • Manage and comply with complex master and professional service agreements and contracts in collaboration with Commercial and Legal for engineering, program, and project/EPC services.
  • Meet key project indicators developed as part of project execution.
  • Own the change-management process and ensure changes from initial project objectives and scope of work are identified, clarified, documented, and formally communicated to the client in a timely manner.
  • Be accountable for scope, cost, schedule, quality, safety, and procurement on managed projects.
  • Develop bi-weekly, monthly, and other management reports as required for the client and Kent Executive Leadership.
  • Provide guidance on design processes and construction methods.
  • Participate in reviewing and improving the company's project-management best practices.
  • Manage relationships with the client and all stakeholders.
  • Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
  • Perform other reasonable ad hoc tasks as needed or directed by a supervisor or management, within the scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with small- to mid-sized EPC energy projects is beneficial.
  • A self-starting, hands-on approach and creative thinking in developing project execution strategies that win projects are desired.
  • The ability to bring diverse teams together and lead positively while driving performance is desired.
  • Strong team-player skills are desired.

About the company

Kent PLC is a global engineering firm that designs, constructs, and maintains energy assets for the oil, gas, and renewable-energy sectors. Its offerings cover the full project lifecycle—from initial engineering and construction through ongoing maintenance—delivered via a mix of project-based contracts and long-term service agreements. The company differentiates itself through a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability, supported by a track record that includes industry awards such as the Gold award at the ExxonMobil Safety Excellence Awards, and a large, skilled workforce of about 13,000 people capable of delivering complex projects worldwide. Kent’s goal is to meet today’s energy needs while preparing for the future by applying advanced technologies and best practices to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient energy assets.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Founded

1919

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What believers are saying

  • Kent Data Centres entered the UK market in 2026, expanding into AI infrastructure demand.
  • Kent won the Prinos Carbon Storage FEED and Orica hydrogen hub mandate in 2026.
  • Jaime Sedano’s May 2026 Colombia appointment strengthens Latin America growth and regional delivery.

What critics are saying

  • Aramco LTAs only place Kent on bid panels, not guaranteed revenue, into 2027.
  • Exceed integration and Sudlows execution strain management while Kent pursues Saudi, UK, and Americas expansion.
  • Nesma & Partners owns Kent outright; any Saudi capital allocation shock threatens strategic independence.

What makes Kent unique

  • Kent spans advisory, EPC, commissioning, O&M, and decommissioning across the energy lifecycle.
  • Kent closed 2025 with a record backlog exceeding $3 billion.
  • Kent won Aramco brownfield EPC and PMC LTAs on July 13, 2026.

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Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

17%
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Kent Data Centres enters strategic agreement with Aurora Energy Valley to become lead design and development team for its Nordic projects

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May 8th, 2026
Kent appoints Jaime Sedano as VP of Colombia operations.

Kent appoints Jaime Sedano as VP of Colombia operations. Kent Plc is pleased to welcome Jaime Sedano as Vice President for its Colombia operations. Jaime brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across the energy and industrial sectors, with a strong track record of delivering growth, leading complex operations, and expanding businesses across Latin America and the Caribbean. His appointment reflects the strategic importance of its South American operations, established in 1990. Today, its Bogotá team not only supports key regional projects, but also serves as an engineering centre of excellence, contributing to Kent projects across the world. With deep regional expertise and a focus on value creation, partnerships and sustainable growth, Jaime will play a key role in strengthening its presence across the Americas and supporting its clients' ambitions.

Business Insider
Aug 21st, 2025
Kent Acquires Aberdeen's Exceed Company

Energy services firm Kent is acquiring Aberdeen-based Exceed, a decommissioning engineering services provider. Exceed, with operations in over 40 countries, enhances Kent's capabilities in offshore well projects and energy transition initiatives like carbon capture and hydrogen storage. This acquisition positions Kent to lead in a market expected to double in size over the next decade. The transaction is set to complete later this year, following Kent's recent purchase of Sudlows Consulting.

Scottish Financial News
Aug 21st, 2025
Kent acquires Aberdeen decommissioning specialist Exceed

Global integrated energy services partner Kent, has signed a binding agreement to acquire Aberdeen-based Exceed (XCD) Holdings Limited, a provider of well management, sub surface and decommissioning engineering services.

Digital Infra Network
Feb 27th, 2025
Kent completes acquisition of Sudlows Consulting | Digital Infra Network

Kent acquires Sudlows Consulting, expanding global data center expertise to meet AI, cloud, and sustainability demands.