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Lead Construction Engineer - Site Based

Penspen

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

13 days ago

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas industry seeks a highly experienced Lead Construction Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The role involves overseeing and managing site construction activities during the EPC phase, ensuring compliance with standards and safety regulations. Candidates should have extensive construction experience, particularly in site-based roles, and possess strong leadership and coordination skills essential for effective execution.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 18 years of construction experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • Proven track record in site-based roles during EPC phases.
  • Strong understanding of international construction standards, codes, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise site construction activities across various disciplines.
  • Ensure work is carried out in compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and project schedules.
  • Monitor daily progress and provide accurate reports to project management.

Skills

Leadership
Technical expertise
Coordination skills
Organizational skills
Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, or related Engineering field

Job description

We are looking for a highly experienced Lead Construction Engineer to oversee and manage site construction activities during the EPC phase of a major oil and gas development. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and coordination skills to ensure safe, timely, and quality execution of multidisciplinary construction works.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and supervise site construction activities across various disciplines.

Ensure work is carried out in compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and project schedules.

Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and subcontractors for seamless site execution.

Resolve site-level technical and construction issues effectively and promptly.

Monitor daily progress and provide accurate reports to project management.

Ensure strict adherence to HSE regulations and company quality standards.

Support mechanical completion and handover processes, including pre-commissioning readiness.

Qualifications & Skills :

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, or related Engineering field.

Minimum 18 years of construction experience in the oil and gas industry.

Proven track record in site-based roles during EPC phases.

Strong understanding of international construction standards, codes, and safety regulations.

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and contractors in a fast-paced site environment.

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Location UAE - Abu Dhabi Job Family HSE Type of Contract Fixed Term Contract Full / Part time Full Time Region (current) Middle East Closing Date 11 / 08 / 2025 Ref No 14933

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