Construction & Commissioning Director – Global Projects

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Group Life Insurance

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional Development

Global Connections

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Head of Construction and Commissioning in Abu Dhabi to lead the construction and commissioning function for a major energy-related portfolio. You will drive delivery excellence, lead diverse teams, and ensure safety, quality and on-time project delivery on a global scale.

The role requires senior leadership, strong HSSE stewardship, and strategic workforce planning to steward large engineering groups through complex projects in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science (ISCED 6) or equivalent.
• Chartered membership or PE status or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Extensive experience in construction and commissioning of complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery excellence in construction and commissioning across the business grouping.
• Lead and develop construction and commissioning resources and governance.
• Ensure safe, on-time delivery and client satisfaction.
• Manage budgets and resource utilization.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

ISCED Level 6 / degree equivalence

Chartered membership or PE status

Job description

Wood is seeking a Head of Construction and Commissioning in Abu Dhabi to lead the construction and commissioning function for a major energy-related portfolio. You will drive delivery excellence, lead diverse teams, and ensure safety, quality and on-time project delivery on a global scale.

The role requires senior leadership, strong HSSE stewardship, and strategic workforce planning to steward large engineering groups through complex projects in the energy sector.