HVAC Superintendent

WOODplc

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional development

Global connections

Job summary

John Wood Group PLC in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced HVAC Superintendent to lead site teams on a major EPCM project. You will coordinate construction, planning, safety and quality across multiple buildings, ensuring installation aligns with IFC drawings, specs and schedules.

The role requires 15–20 years in HVAC construction, 5–10 years supervisory on industrial EPC/EPCM projects, and strong subcontractor management.

Qualifications

15–20 years of relevant experience in HVAC construction and installation.
5–10 years in a supervisory or superintendent-level position on major industrial EPC/EPCM projects.
Proven experience in large-scale industrial, oil and gas, petrochemical, power, LNG, refinery, or infrastructure projects.
Strong experience managing HVAC subcontractors and large multidisciplinary construction teams.
Experience working within an EPCM project environment is highly desirable.
Understanding of HVAC controls, BMS interfaces, fire and life-safety systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all HVAC construction and installation activities at site.
Coordinate HVAC installation with IFC drawings, specifications, and safety requirements.
Plan, monitor, and resource daily construction progress across multiple buildings.
Coordinate technical clarifications with engineering and manage interface with other disciplines.
Oversee QA/QC inspections, testing, and handover documentation.
Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance on all activities.

Skills

HVAC construction

Site leadership

Construction management

IFC drawings knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HVAC Superintendent with a proven track record in leading and coordinating site teams to ensure the successful planning, execution, and completion of technical projects 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’ services 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

Job Objective

The HVAC Superintendent is responsible for the overall supervision, coordination, execution, and completion of all HVAC installation and associated activities on a major EPCM project.

The role involves managing HVAC construction activities across multiple buildings and facilities, ensuring that all works are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved engineering drawings, project specifications, applicable codes and standards, quality requirements, and project schedules.

The HVAC Superintendent will coordinate closely with the EPCM construction management team, engineering, procurement, QA/QC, HSE, commissioning, subcontractors, vendors, and other construction disciplines to ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

Construction Management and Execution

Lead and manage all HVAC construction and installation activities at site.
Supervise installation of HVAC systems, including:
- Air handling units (AHUs) and fresh air handling units (FAHUs).
- Chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and associated equipment.
- HVAC ductwork, fittings, dampers, and accessories.
- Chilled water, condenser water, and refrigerant piping.
- Exhaust, ventilation, pressurization, and smoke extraction systems.
- HVAC control systems, instrumentation, and BMS interfaces.
- Fire and smoke dampers and associated life-safety interfaces.
Ensure HVAC installation is carried out in accordance with approved IFC drawings, technical specifications, method statements, and applicable standards.
Manage construction activities across multiple buildings, plant facilities, utility areas, control rooms, electrical rooms, and other project facilities.
Monitor daily construction progress and ensure work fronts are adequately planned and resourced.
Resolve site execution issues and coordinate technical clarifications with engineering.
Ensure proper sequencing and integration of HVAC works with civil, structural, architectural, electrical, instrumentation, piping, and fire protection disciplines.

Planning and Scheduling

Develop and implement detailed HVAC construction execution plans.
Review project schedules, milestones, and critical-path activities.
Establish weekly and daily work plans in coordination with the planning team.
Monitor actual progress against planned targets and implement recovery measures where required.
Forecast manpower, equipment, tools, materials, and subcontractor requirements.
Identify potential delays, constraints, and interface issues and proactively implement mitigation measures.
Participate in daily coordination meetings, weekly progress meetings, and project schedule reviews.

Subcontractor and Manpower Management

Manage and supervise HVAC subcontractors and installation contractors.
Allocate work fronts and ensure optimum utilization of manpower and equipment.
Monitor subcontractor productivity, performance, and compliance with project requirements.
Ensure sufficient skilled manpower, supervisors, riggers, duct installers, pipe fitters, welders, and technicians are available.
Conduct regular toolbox meetings and construction coordination meetings.
Address performance issues and ensure subcontractors meet project deliverables and milestones.

Engineering and Technical Coordination

Review HVAC IFC drawings, specifications, equipment layouts, sections, and installation details.
Coordinate with engineering for resolution of technical queries, RFIs, and design discrepancies.
Review equipment access, maintenance clearances, duct routing, piping layouts, and installation sequences.
Ensure proper coordination of HVAC systems with other engineering disciplines.
Review and provide input on method statements, lifting plans, installation procedures, and work permits.
Ensure all site modifications and deviations are properly reviewed, approved, and documented.

Materials and Procurement Coordination

Coordinate with procurement, material management, and warehouse teams to ensure timely availability of HVAC materials and equipment.
Monitor material delivery schedules against construction requirements.
Verify materials received at site against approved material submittals and purchase specifications.
Monitor material issuance, storage, preservation, and traceability.
Identify material shortages, long-lead equipment constraints, and potential procurement delays.
Ensure equipment and materials are properly handled and protected against damage during storage and installation.

Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Ensure HVAC works comply with approved project quality plans, ITPs, specifications, and applicable codes.
Coordinate with QA/QC inspectors for inspections, testing, and documentation.
Ensure installation inspections are completed at the required stages.
Monitor ductwork leakage testing, piping pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, and equipment installation inspections.
Ensure non-conformances and site observations are promptly addressed and closed.
Verify installation quality before requesting inspections and system handover.
Ensure proper completion of inspection records, test reports, checklists, and quality dossiers.

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

Ensure strict compliance with project HSE policies, procedures, and site safety requirements.
Promote a strong safety culture across all HVAC construction activities.
Ensure approved risk assessments, job safety analyses, and method statements are implemented.
Monitor safe execution of lifting operations, work at height, confined-space activities, hot work, and electrical isolation.
Conduct regular site safety inspections and participate in HSE audits.
Stop unsafe work and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Ensure all personnel attend required safety inductions and toolbox talks.

Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning Support

Coordinate with the commissioning team to ensure HVAC systems are completed in accordance with project handover requirements.
Ensure equipment installation, ductwork, piping, electrical connections, controls, and instrumentation are ready for pre-commissioning.
Coordinate system flushing, pressure testing, cleaning leak testing, and functional checks.
Support testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) activities.
Coordinate equipment start-up, functional testing, and performance testing.
Ensure HVAC punch-list items are identified, prioritized, and closed.
Prepare system completion documentation, inspection records, test certificates, and handover dossiers.
Support commissioning and final acceptance of HVAC systems.

Reporting and Coordination

Prepare daily and weekly HVAC construction progress reports.
Report manpower, productivity, material status, work completed, and outstanding constraints.
Participate in construction coordination and interface meetings.
Escalate critical construction issues, delays, and technical concerns to the Construction Manager.
Maintain accurate records of work progress, inspections, material status, and subcontractor performance.

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

Bachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline.
Minimum 15–20 years of relevant experience in HVAC construction and installation.
Minimum 5–10 years in a supervisory or superintendent-level position on major industrial EPC/EPCM projects.
Proven experience in large-scale industrial, oil and gas, petrochemical, power, LNG, refinery, or infrastructure projects.
Strong experience managing HVAC subcontractors and large multidisciplinary construction teams.
Experience working within an EPCM project environment is highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience in managing HVAC construction from mobilization and installation through pre-commissioning and commissioning.
Strong knowledge of industrial HVAC systems and equipment.
Good understanding of HVAC design drawings, IFC drawings, specifications, and installation requirements.
Knowledge of ductwork fabrication and installation, chilled water piping, ventilation, pressurization, and exhaust systems.
Familiarity with HVAC standards and codes, including ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, and applicable project‑specific standards.
Understanding of HVAC equipment installation, alignment, testing, balancing, and commissioning requirements.
Knowledge of HVAC controls, BMS interfaces, fire and smoke dampers, and life‑safety systems.
Familiarity with construction planning, progress measurement, productivity monitoring, and reporting.
Good understanding of QA/QC requirements, ITPs, inspection procedures, and HSE requirements.

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

Expected

Bachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline.
Minimum 15–20 years of relevant experience in HVAC construction and installation.
Minimum 5–10 years in a supervisory or superintendent-level position on major industrial EPC/EPCM projects.
Proven experience in large-scale industrial, oil and gas, petrochemical, power, LNG, refinery, or infrastructure projects.
Strong experience managing HVAC subcontractors and large multidisciplinary construction teams.Experience working within an EPCM project environment is highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience in managing HVAC construction from mobilization and installation through pre-commissioning and commissioning.

Technical Competencies

Strong knowledge of industrial HVAC systems and equipment.
Good understanding of HVAC design drawings, IFC drawings, specifications, and installation requirements.
Knowledge of ductwork fabrication and installation, chilled water piping, ventilation, pressurization, and exhaust systems.
Familiarity with HVAC standards and codes, including ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, and applicable project‑specific standards.
Understanding of HVAC equipment installation, alignment, testing, balancing, and commissioning requirements.
Knowledge of HVAC controls, BMS interfaces, fire and smoke dampers, and life‑safety systems.
Familiarity with construction planning, progress measurement, productivity monitoring, and reporting.
Good understanding of QA/QC requirements, ITPs, inspection procedures, and HSE requirements.

Leadership and Management Skills

Strong site leadership and construction management capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple work fronts and subcontractors simultaneously.
Excellent coordination and interface management skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work under pressure and meet challenging project deadlines.
Effective communication with EPCM management, contractors, engineering, and client representatives.
Strong focus on safety, quality, productivity, and schedule performance.

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 an 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.

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