Civil Construction Manager

Absolute Technical Systems LLP; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Absolute Technical Systems LLP in Abu Dhabi is seeking two Civil Construction Managers for oil and gas EPC projects. You will lead civil works including mass foundations, RCC structures, underground utilities, and roads, coordinating with ME&I, QA/QC, and HSE teams to ensure safety and on-time delivery.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, 15-20 years of civil construction experience, and 3-4 years ADNOC project exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 15-20 years total experience in civil construction.
• 3-4 years ADNOC Oil & Gas project experience is mandatory.
• Extensive Greenfield and Brownfield Oil & Gas projects experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, resource management, and project execution.
• Thorough understanding of ADNOC specifications, QA/QC standards, HSE regulations, and Permit-to-Work systems.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary construction teams and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete execution of civil construction activities, including earthworks, mass foundations, concrete structures, buildings, underground utilities, roads, and infrastructure works.
• Lead and supervise Civil Engineers, Supervisors, Foremen, and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient, and timely project execution.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, QA/QC, and HSE teams to ensure smooth multidisciplinary construction activities.
• Ensure all civil works comply with project specifications, approved drawings, method statements, ADNOC standards, and quality requirements.
• Monitor construction progress, productivity, manpower, equipment utilization, and material availability to achieve project milestones.
• Prepare and review daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, highlighting productivity, resource allocation, and construction status.
• Identify construction risks, schedule delays, and resource constraints, implementing effective corrective and recovery plans.
• Plan work fronts and optimize manpower, machinery, and material utilization to maximize productivity.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspections, testing, documentation, and handover activities.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and main contractors to resolve technical and construction-related issues efficiently.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE policies, permit-to-work procedures, and company safety standards, maintaining an incident-free work environment.
• Participate in project planning meetings by providing construction inputs, resource forecasts, and progress updates.
• Support project completion, punch-list clearance, and final handover in accordance with contractual and client requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Planning & scheduling

Communication

HSE awareness

Multidisciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Position: Civil Construction Manager (2 Positions)

Industry: Oil & Gas / EPC Construction

Project Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Salary: AED 18,000 - 20,000 (Based on experience)

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 15-20 years of total experience in civil construction.
• 3-4 years of ADNOC Oil & Gas project experience is mandatory.
• Extensive experience in Greenfield and Brownfield Oil & Gas projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, resource management (Manpower, Machinery & Materials), and project execution.
• Thorough understanding of ADNOC specifications, QA/QC standards, HSE regulations, and Permit-to-Work systems.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary construction teams and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Technical Expertise

• Mass concrete and foundation works.
• Pipe rack concrete structures.
• Industrial buildings and warehouses.
• RCC trenches, manholes, and underground utilities.
• Roads, drainage systems, and infrastructure works.
• Earthworks, excavation, backfilling, and site development.
• Construction planning, productivity monitoring, and subcontractor management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete execution of civil construction activities, including earthworks, mass foundations, concrete structures, buildings, underground utilities, roads, and infrastructure works.
• Lead and supervise Civil Engineers, Supervisors, Foremen, and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient, and timely project execution.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, QA/QC, and HSE teams to ensure smooth multidisciplinary construction activities.
• Ensure all civil works comply with project specifications, approved drawings, method statements, ADNOC standards, and quality requirements.
• Monitor construction progress, productivity, manpower, equipment utilization, and material availability to achieve project milestones.
• Prepare and review daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, highlighting productivity, resource allocation, and construction status.
• Identify construction risks, schedule delays, and resource constraints, implementing effective corrective and recovery plans.
• Plan work fronts and optimize manpower, machinery, and material utilization to maximize productivity.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspections, testing, documentation, and handover activities.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and main contractors to resolve technical and construction-related issues efficiently.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE policies, permit-to-work procedures, and company safety standards, maintaining an incident-free work environment.
• Participate in project planning meetings by providing construction inputs, resource forecasts, and progress updates.
• Support project completion, punch-list clearance, and final handover in accordance with contractual and client requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent planning, scheduling, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts in fast-paced Oil & Gas construction environments.
• Proficient in construction reporting and project coordination.