Lead Construction Engineer- Mechanical(Offshore)

Penspen; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Penspen is urgently seeking a Lead Construction Engineer- Mechanical to oversee offshore oil & gas construction activities in Abu Dhabi. The role demands leadership on site, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and strict adherence to HSE and quality standards.

You will drive progress, manage contractors, and ensure delivery on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate has extensive offshore experience, strong knowledge of mechanical systems, and familiarity with international

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 15–18+ years in Oil & Gas Construction with at least 5 years in a lead role.
• 5+ years offshore experience mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of offshore process and utility systems.
• Familiarity with international standards.
• PMC and EPC Offshore projects experience preferred.
• ADNOC project experience in similar role is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise offshore mechanical construction activities.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, fabrication, and offshore teams for efficient execution.
• Manage contractors and subcontractors to ensure safety and on-time delivery within budget.
• Review construction procedures, method statements, work packs, and mechanical completion docs.
• Monitor progress, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards and offshore regulations.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning and handover activities.
• Prepare construction reports and provide progress updates to management.

Skills

Offshore construction experience

Lead role

Mechanical systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering

Job description

Penspen is urgently looking to hire Lead Construction Engineer- Mechanical to oversee construction activities for oil & gas projects. The ideal candidate will lead site execution, manage contractors, ensure HSE and quality compliance, monitor project progress, and deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise offshore mechanical construction activities in accordance with project specifications, HSE requirements, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, fabrication, and offshore teams to ensure efficient project execution.
• Manage contractors and subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Review construction procedures, method statements, work packs, and mechanical completion documentation.
• Monitor construction progress, resolve technical issues, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and offshore regulations.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, and project handover activities.
• Prepare construction reports and provide regular progress updates to project management.

Qualifications And Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 15 TO 18+ years of experience in Oil & Gas Construction, with at least 5 years in a lead role.
• Minimum 5+ years of offshore experience is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of offshore process and utility systems.
• Familiarity with international standards
• PMC and EPC Offshore projects experience will be preferred
• Previous experience in the ADNOC projects in the similar role would be an added advantage