Oil & Gas Project Management
| Location | Duration | Kenyan Cost | Non-Kenyan Cost | Upcoming Schedules |
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| Nairobi, Kenya | 5 Days | KES 100,000 | USD 1,300 |
| Location | Duration | Non-Kenyan Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | 5 Days | USD 550 |
| Register |
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Oil & Gas Project Management
About the Course
This course equips project professionals in the oil and gas sector with the specialised knowledge
and skills required to plan, execute, and deliver complex energy projects safely, on time, and
within budget. Participants will explore the unique challenges of managing capital-intensive,
high-risk projects across the upstream, midstream, and downstream value chain.
Target Participants
- ● Project managers and engineers in oil and gas
- ● Project controls and planning professionals
- ● Construction and commissioning managers
- ● Engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) professionals
- ● Operations professionals transitioning into project roles
- ● Contractors and consultants serving the energy sector
What You Will Learn
- ● Understand the unique characteristics of oil and gas project management
- ● Apply project management methodologies to energy projects
- ● Manage front-end engineering design (FEED) and project sanctioning
- ● Plan and manage EPC contracts and execution strategies
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● Plan and manage EPC contracts and execution strategies
- ● Manage project risk, cost, and schedule in capital projects
- ● Apply HSE management within project execution
- ● Manage stakeholders and regulatory approvals
- ● Oversee commissioning, start-up, and handover processes
- ● Manage project change control and claims
- ● Apply lessons learned and continuous improvement in project delivery
Course Duration
- ● Face-to-face workshops: 5 days
- ● Virtual Training: 7 days
- ● LMS: Self-paced learning
Course Outline
Foundations of Oil and Gas Project Management
- ● Characteristics of oil and gas capital projects
- ● The project lifecycle: concept, FEED, execution, and operations
- ● Project management frameworks applied to energy projects
- ● Key stakeholders in oil and gas projects
- ● Project sanctioning and investment decision-making
Front-End Planning and Engineering
- ● Front-end engineering design (FEED) overview
- ● Project feasibility and concept selection
- ● Developing the project execution plan
- ● Defining project scope, schedule, and budget baselines
- ● Managing project sanctioning and approval gates
EPC Contracting and Execution Strategy
- ● Engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) models
- ● Contracting strategies: lump sum, reimbursable, and hybrid
- ● Managing EPC contractors and interfaces
- ● Procurement and supply chain management in projects
- ● Construction management and site execution
Project Risk, Cost, and Schedule Management
- ● Risk identification and management in capital projects
- ● Cost estimation and control for energy projects
- ● Schedule development and critical path management
- ● Managing project contingencies and reserves
- ● Earned value management in oil and gas projects
HSE and Stakeholder Management in Projects
- ● HSE management systems for project execution
- ● Managing community and regulatory stakeholders
- ● Environmental and social impact considerations
- ● Permitting and regulatory approval processes
- ● Managing project communications and reporting
Commissioning, Handover, and Continuous Improvement
- ● Commissioning and start-up planning
- ● Mechanical completion and handover processes
- ● Managing project change control and claims
- ● Project closeout and performance evaluation
- ● Lessons learned and knowledge transfer
Training Approach
This course will be delivered through a coaching-first approach that goes beyond traditional
instruction. Whether in our Nairobi classroom, live virtual cohorts, or through our White Label
LMS, participants engage in a safe and nonjudgmental learning environment designed for
meaningful transformation.
We focus on the individual behind the professional title, connecting with the heart before
training the mind. This approach encourages reflection, practical application, and deeper
engagement, ensuring that learning is not only understood but also internalized and applied with
confidence.
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course, recognizing their
knowledge and practical competence.
Customized Training Solutions
This course can also be delivered as a tailor-made program, designed to address the specific
needs, priorities, and operational challenges of your organization.