Construction Manager

John Wood Group PLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

John Wood Group PLC, a global energy engineering leader, seeks a Construction Manager to lead onshore and offshore construction activities for large-scale Upstream Oil & Gas projects in the UAE, from mobilization through mechanical completion, ensuring safety, schedule and cost objectives.

The role requires extensive offshore experience, preferably in a PMC environment, and a proven track record delivering mega projects for Middle East operators, with strong leadership in planning, site

Qualifications

• Experience leading onshore and offshore construction activities for large-scale upstream oil & gas projects.
• Proven ability to manage safety, schedule and cost objectives in complex environments.
• Strong leadership in planning, site management and contractor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead all construction activities from mobilization through mechanical completion.
• Coordinate with contractors and interface across disciplines to ensure project milestones.

Job description

The Construction Manager is responsible for leading and managing all onshore and offshore construction activities associated with large-scale Upstream Oil & Gas projects, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective project execution. The role provides overall leadership for construction planning, execution, site management, contractor coordination, and field supervision from project mobilization through mechanical completion. The position requires extensive experience in offshore oil and gas developments, preferably within a PMC (Project Management Consultancy) environment, and a proven track record of delivering mega projects for major Middle East/GCC operators.

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.