Civil Superintendent

Wood Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood Group is seeking an experienced Construction Manager for Abu Dhabi, UAE, to oversee on-site activities and drive projects to meet time, budget and quality targets. You will lead field teams, ensure safety standards, and coordinate with engineering and commissioning personnel across complex capital programs.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a proven track record in oil & gas projects above USD 500 million, with willingness to travel and operate in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of Oil & Gas industry experience.
• At least 5 years on major capital projects (>$500M).
• Must be willing to travel extensively and work across locations.
• Must be qualified to obtain a UAE work visa and CICPA as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-site activities meet design, budgets and schedules.
• Oversee construction field effort and ensure quality, safety and environment standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement and commissioning teams.
• Manage project cost and schedule for assigned disciplines and provide risk mitigation.

Skills

Construction Management

Site Management

English communication

Travel frequently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Manager with a proven track record in overseeing and coordinating all on-site activities, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality and safety standards for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.
Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

The key objectives for this role are:

• Assures the quality and integrity of each project, bringing projects in on schedule and within budget
• Using in-house construction management procedures and experience, provide continuity and consistency of construction management with quality assurance and reliable control
• Oversees total construction field effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, specifications, budgets and schedules
• Oversees total construction field effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, specifications, budgets and schedules. Generally responsible for projects or subset of project with value above USD 500 million

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for construction and contractor related deliverables
• Supervises all areas on small projects and / or a subset / discipline on larger projects
• Responsible for management and execution of multiple field disciplines or a subset of assigned construction project(s) in accordance with the requirements of the contract between the company and the client, and in accordance with the company’s operating policies and principles
• Responsible for execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned disciplines / subset of on site construction
• Management of installation, commissioning and completion activities of materials and equipment
• Coordinates field personnel work schedules to maximize utilization and ensure work is delivered on schedule
• Ability to monitor work progress and report against the plan
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental responsibilities and accountabilities have been defined and communicated to workers engaged within their area(s) of control
• Ensure all workers within their area(s) of control receive appropriate training to perform their work in a safe, legal and competent manner including any Health and Safety and site-specific inductions
• Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirements
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned discipline / subset of on site construction. Utilize Commercial processes to capture variations effectively
• Coordinate supply and delivery of equipment, subcontractors, consumables, accommodation and other project-specific requirements, in accordance with client/contract document specifications and in accordance with Wood Policies & Procedures
• Understand and manage the industrial relations environment impacting the site and report any issues as required
• Works with engineering in the design phases to influence the design for optimum constructability

Qualifications

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Degree with a minimum of 20 years Oil and Gas industry experience, including at least 5 years on major capital projects, (> 500 M USD) with Construction Management and Site Management focus
• Experience within an Oil and Gas operating company is also highly desired and may be considered in lieu of capital project experience
• Must have excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, with a strong command of the English language.
• Must be willing to travel extensively for multi-week periods and have the flexibility to adjust work location to support project needs
• Must be qualified to obtain a CICPA and a UAE work visa

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 32418
• Job Category Construction & Commissioning Delivery
• Posting Date 09/23/2026, 08:18 AM
• Apply Before 12/22/2026, 08:18 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates