Construction Section Head - Civil

Archirodon Group N.V.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 540,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Expat package

Job summary

Archirodon Group N.V. in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Construction Section Head - Civil to lead Civil execution within our Oil, Gas and Chemicals division. You will drive coordination across Engineering, QA/QC, HSE, Planning and Procurement to deliver complex EPC projects on time and to design.

Ideal candidates bring 12+ years in Oil & Gas/EPC, 5+ years in senior supervisory roles, and a proven track record on ADNOC or GCC projects, with strong leadership and safety focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 years of Oil & Gas or EPC construction experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior supervisory or Construction Section Head role.
• Proven experience on ADNOC or major GCC Oil & Gas projects.
• Strong leadership, coordination, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of ADNOC standards, HSE and PTW systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Civil construction activities per specs and schedule.
• Coordinate with Engineering, QA/QC, HSE, Planning, Procurement and Commissioning to ensure smooth execution.
• Ensure day-to-day operations align with approved construction plans and milestones.
• Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, work procedures and execution plans.
• Monitor progress against the schedule and implement corrective actions to hit milestones.
• Supervise subcontractors to ensure quality, safety and productivity targets.
• Participate in construction meetings and provide technical solutions with Engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

Company Description

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.

We have an outstanding record in completing major Energy, Marine, Infrastructure and Defense & Security projects around the globe and we pride ourselves on delivering over the years the kind of reliability and trust that the client has the right to expect from a major EPC contractor.

Job Description

We are constantly growing and are currently looking for Construction Section Head - Civil to join a top qualified and knowledgeable Construction team of our Oil, Gas and Chemicals Division.

Would you like to be part of a dynamic EPC leader with global presence? We’d like to meet you.

Join our worldwide journey. Build on something that matters!

What you will need to do:

• Lead and manage all Civil construction activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, approved construction plans, and project schedules.
• Ensure day-to-day operations are executed in accordance with the approved construction plan and schedule.
• Coordinate with Engineering, QA/QC, HSE, Planning, Procurement, Commissioning, and other project disciplines to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ensure the timely availability of manpower, materials, equipment, and other required resources. Identify construction issues and implement appropriate solutions to maintain project progress.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, applicable international codes, and HSE regulations.
• Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, work procedures, and execution plans prior to construction activities.
• Monitor construction progress against the approved schedule and implement corrective actions to achieve project milestones.
• Supervise and manage subcontractors to ensure quality, productivity, safety, and schedule targets are achieved.
• Participate in construction meetings and provide technical solutions to site execution challenges in coordination with the Engineering team.
• Ensure effective implementation of the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system and maintain strict safety compliance in live plant environments.
• Prepare and review manpower plans, resource allocation, productivity reports, and construction progress updates to optimize project delivery.
• Ensure allCivil works are completed in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and inspection requirements prior to handover.

What you will need to have:

• Bachelor's Degree inCivil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in Oil & Gas or EPC construction projects.
• At least 5 years in a senior supervisory or Construction Section Head role.
• Proven experience working on ADNOC or major GCC Oil & Gas projects.
• Strong experience managing Civil construction activities, large site teams, and subcontractors.
• Excellent knowledge of construction sequencing, site execution strategies, and productivity management.
• Thorough understanding of ADNOC standards, project specifications, applicable international codes, HSE regulations, risk assessments, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems.
• Strong leadership, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in fast-track project environments.
• ADNOC approval or prior ADNOC leadership experience will be an added advantage.

You are someone who:

• Strong Leadership and communication skills
• Is able to work both independently and as team leader, exercising professional judgment and coordination skills
• Has excellent organizational skills

What's in it for you:

Expat package is on the shelf, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams, within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We create mega construction projects - literally around the globe - with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come. At Archirodon, you will find a proud, productive and human-centric culture, caring for and building on our people and their development!

Please note that you will be contacted only in case you are shortlisted for an interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to stay in touch and keep monitoringour open vacancies and our LinkedIn page! Rest assured that your application will be treated with strict confidentiality and under all applicable data privacy regulations.

Additional Information

Depending on the nature of the position and its associated compliance risk level, a background check on your profile may be carried out.

• Team: Construction (CON)
• Job Level: Highly experienced professional (10 - 15 years)

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