Owner's Engineering Services

Large infrastructure and energy projects involve substantial capital investment, technical complexity, and multiple stakeholders. Without independent technical oversight, owners face risks such as cost overruns, schedule delays, performance issues, and contractual disputes. To ensure safety, adherence to regulatory requirements and successful on-time project completion, all activities need to align, and Owner’s Engineers are key to making that happen. 

Who are Owner’s Engineers (OE)?

Working in a variety of sectors such as oil and gas, transportation, renewable energy, OE's are independent technical advisors who provide oversight, guidance and verification at every stage of a construction project.   They help ensure a project is delivered safely, on time, on budget and in full compliance with specifications, protecting investments from concept through commissioning. 

Acting solely in the owner's interest, they ensure that:

• Engineering designs meet project objectives and regulatory requirements
• Contractors comply with technical specifications and contractual commitments
• Project risks are identified and managed early
• Costs and schedules remain under control
• The final asset performs as expected

What does Intertek do as an Owner’s Engineer?

Our personnel combine engineering expertise with project oversight capabilities and act as the technical liaison between project owners, designers, contractors, suppliers, regulators, and financial stakeholders.

Teams operate across multiple jurisdictions and are familiar with local construction regulations, permitting processes, and compliance requirements. This global experience, combined with strong local regulatory understanding, enables us to help clients navigate approvals efficiently, maintain compliance with applicable legislation, and avoid costly delays during project execution.

Services include:

Project Development & Feasibility

Supporting early project decisions and risk evaluation.

• Technical due diligence
• Technology assessment
• Project risk analysis
• Budget and schedule validation
• Constructability reviews

Design Review & Optimization

Ensuring designs meet technical, regulatory, and operational requirements.

• Engineering drawing and specification review
• Code and standards compliance verification
• Value engineering support
• Lender technical advisory services

Procurement & Contract Support

Strengthening procurement decisions and contractual frameworks.

• Technical scope development
• Bid evaluation and contractor selection
• Contract review and risk identification
• Performance guarantee verification

Construction Monitoring

Providing independent oversight during project execution.

• On-site inspections and QA/QC monitoring
• Construction progress and schedule monitoring
• Change order review
• Cost control
• Safety and compliance observations

Commissioning & Project Closeout

Ensuring the project performs as designed before final acceptance.

• Witnessing testing and commissioning
• Performance verification
• Punch list validation
• Final acceptance support

Including an Owner's Engineer in your project team provides significant strategic and financial advantages, such as:

• Reduced Project Risk - Independent technical oversight helps identify design, construction, and operational risks early, minimizing costly surprises.
• Improved Cost and Schedule Control - Continuous monitoring of progress, contracts, and change orders helps avoid budget overruns and schedule delays.
• Independent Verification - Owner’s Engineers provide unbiased technical assessments, ensuring contractors and suppliers meet their contractual obligations.
• Better Project Quality - Rigorous design review and construction oversight help ensure the final asset meets performance expectations and long-term reliability.
• Increased Investor and Lender Confidence - Independent technical advisory services support project bankability and provide assurance to investors and financing institutions.

By engaging Intertek as your Owner’s Engineer, you gain an experienced technical partner focused on protecting your investment, reducing risk, and ensuring your project is delivered:   

• Safely
• On schedule
• Within budget
• In full compliance with specifications
• Ready for optimal long-term asset performance