Find the chief engineer of the project
FAVORIT International recruitment Agency specializes in the selection of Chief Project Engineers for construction and infrastructure facilities, EPC contracts, energy, oil and gas and engineering projects. We combine profile profiling, our own base of experienced engineers, and targeted headhunting to find managers who can lead a project from concept to completion.
Our team selects the Chief Engineer of the project from the technical brief to the specialist's hiring: we evaluate project management competencies, check the experience of implementing complex technical solutions, conduct technical interviews and review recommendations. We are ready to start the recruitment process on the day of the request.
Why are we effective in recruiting chief engineers for projects
- International selection experience and local efficiency in the countries of presence.
- The narrow specialization in engineering and project personnel ensures an accurate assessment of technical competencies.
- Emphasis on practical experience in project management (EPC, contracting, subcontracting).
- Checking real—world cases and recommendations - minimize the risks of hiring.
Selection criteria for the chief engineer of the project
- Higher specialized education (engineering, construction, oil and gas, energy).
- Experience in project management as a chief engineer or technical supervisor (5 years and above).
- Knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP/PMI, PRINCE2 — welcome).
- Understanding of contracting schemes (EPC, EPCM, contractor/subcontractor) and contract documentation.
- Experience in coordinating project documentation, interacting with supervisors and customers.
- Management skills of engineering teams and subcontractors.
- Knowledge of industry regulations and standards (SNiP, PB, ISO, etc.).
- The ability to work with the budget, schedules, risks and changes in the project.
- Relevant certificates and confirmed projects in the portfolio.
- Verified recommendations from previous employers/Customers.
Findthe chief engineer of the project
We promptly select the Main Engineers of the project, taking into account the requirements of the project scale, technical complexity and contract model. We present only verified profiles with the results of a technical interview, an analysis of completed projects and confirmed recommendations. We are ready to start selecting them on the day of application.
Typical difficulties
- The discrepancy between the stated competencies and the actual results of the projects.
- Limited representation of senior engineers in open sources.
- High competition for experienced engineers in large projects.
- Differences in requirements to standards and tolerances on international projects.
- Difficulties in verifying the candidate's participation in major projects (role, contribution).
- Rotation during the probation period due to non‑compliance with expectations.
The numbers speak for themselves
years of experience in the selection of design and engineering staff
the percentage of accepted candidates who successfully completed the probation period
summaries in the database, including summaries of the main engineers of the project
from the moment of signing the contract to the first relevant candidates
checking projects in the portfolio, approvals and recommendations
the warranty period for the replacement of the candidate
We provide comprehensive solutions for the selection of the chief engineer of the project and related specialists
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Selection of the chief engineer of the project
in the recruitment agency FAVORIT, stages:
We conduct a detailed brief: the scope of the project, types of work, contract schemes, critical competencies, KPIs and contract terms. We form the profile of the Chief Engineer of the project for a specific task.
We are developing a strategy: a closed database, industry communities, specialized conferences, direct headhunting from competitors and partners. We combine sources to find unique specialists.
We conduct technical interviews, analyze project portfolios, check the candidate's role and supporting documents — we cut off risks even before submitting candidates.
We provide full profiles of candidates, arrange interviews with technical experts of the customer and support negotiations on the terms.
We help with the design, we control the start of the project and the first key stages of implementation. We provide warranty replacement within 6 to 12 months and support in adaptation.
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Leave a request and we will begin the selection of the Chief Engineer of the project as soon as possible. Specify the key requirements for the vacancy, the estimated scale of the project, the preferred format of the contract (EDI / paper) and contact information — our manager will contact you to coordinate the brief.