Lead Construction Engineer- Mechanical(Offshore)

Penspen Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Penspen Ltd is urgently seeking a Lead Construction Engineer- Mechanical to oversee offshore oil & gas construction activities. The role involves leading site execution, coordinating with multiple teams, and ensuring HSE and quality compliance while delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate will bring 15–18+ years in Oil & Gas Construction, at least 5 years in a lead role, and a minimum 5 years offshore experience, with strong knowledge of offshore process and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 15 to 18+ years of experience in Oil & Gas Construction.
• Minimum 5 years in a lead role.
• Minimum 5+ years offshore experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise offshore mechanical construction activities in line with project specs, 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.

Skills

Offshore construction

HSE compliance

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

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 ADNOC projects in a similar role would be an added advantage.