Construction Manager (Offshore - WHTs, Subsea Cable & Piping, B / Fs)

Penspen; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Abu Dhabi is urgently seeking a Construction Manager for offshore projects. The ideal candidate should possess over 20 years of oil and gas construction experience, with significant offshore project involvement. Responsibilities include overseeing project execution, managing compliance with quality standards, and collaborating with multiple engineering disciplines. A Bachelor's in Engineering is mandatory, with a strong track record in subsea cable and piping systems being highly valued. Successful candidates can expect a full-time fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20+ years in oil & gas construction, with 5 to 8+ years in offshore projects.
• Must have handled large FEED / EPC projects in the offshore field.
• Proven track record in PMC or client-side roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage offshore construction projects from concept through execution.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to review and validate design documents.

Skills

Project management

Offshore construction

Subsea cable installation

Piping systems

HSE protocols

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Job description

Construction Manager (Offshore - WHTs, Subsea Cable & Piping, B / Fs)

Penspen is urgently looking for Construction Manager (Offshore - WHTs, Subsea Cable & Piping, B / Fs) for one of our Offshore PMC projects in UAE.

Qualification Required

• The candidates should have a Bachelors in Engineering Degree (Mandatory)

Responsibilities

• Manage offshore construction projects from concept through execution, including wellhead towers (WHTs), subsea cables, piping systems, and brownfield modifications.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to review and validate design documents, technical reports, and FEED deliverables.
• Conduct constructability reviews and ensure alignment between design intent and field execution.
• Interface with mechanical, electrical, structural, and marine disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Deep understanding of WHTs, subsea infrastructure, piping systems, and brownfield tie-ins.
• Familiarity with international offshore standards (API, DNV, ASME) and marine operations.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE protocols, building codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Support engineering change management and resolve technical challenges.

Experience Required

• Minimum 20+ years in oil & gas construction, with 5 to 8+ years in offshore projects.
• Should have at least 10 years of experience in Subsea Cable & Piping, Wellhead Tower.
• Proven track record in PMC or client-side roles, especially within ADNOC or similar environments.
• Must have handled large FEED / EPC projects in the offshore field.
• Previous experience in ADNOC projects in a similar role would be an added advantage.

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Country Job Based In UAE Location UAE - Abu Dhabi Job Family Project Management Type of Contract Fixed Term Contract Full / Part time Full Time Region (current) Middle East Closing Date 31 / 01 / 2026 Ref No 14967