LEAD DISCIPLINE ENGINEER (FIELD) - CIVIL

Duncan & Ross Consulting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross Consulting is seeking a highly experienced Lead Discipline Engineer (Field) – Civil to oversee all onshore civil field engineering activities on a major oil and gas project in Abu Dhabi. You will ensure civil construction, structural works, and field engineering are executed safely and to project specs.

This role requires a bachelor's in civil engineering, 15–20 years in onshore field projects, and leadership across multiple teams. ADNOC Onshore experience is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent.
• 15–20 years' experience in civil engineering with onshore field work.
• Proven track record on large onshore oil/gas or petrochemical projects.
• Strong knowledge of ACI, AISC, ASCE, BS, ASTM and client specs.
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all onshore civil field engineering activities during construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Ensure civil and structural works meet drawings, specs, codes and client requirements.
• Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, commissioning and operations to resolve issues.
• Review foundations, concrete works, structural steel erection, underground utilities, roads and buildings.
• Monitor progress against schedules, safety and quality standards.
• Review and approve field TQs, site instructions, MS, and ECRs.
• Provide guidance on excavation, earthworks, concrete placement and anchoring.
• Participate in site inspections, walkdowns and punch list clearance.
• Liaise with client, EPC teams, subcontractors on civil field matters.

Skills

Leadership

Multidisciplinary coordination

Field engineering

Site supervision

Quality & safety focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

We are looking for a highly experienced Lead Discipline Engineer (Field) – Civil to oversee and support all field civil engineering activities on a major onshore oil and gas project. The successful candidate will ensure that civil construction, structural works, and field engineering activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, and client requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and supervise all onshore civil field engineering activities during construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases
• Ensure civil and structural works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, applicable codes, and client requirements
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, QA/QC, commissioning, and operations teams to resolve field civil engineering issues
• Review and provide technical support for foundations, concrete works, structural steel erection, underground networks, roads, buildings, and field design changes
• Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with project schedules, safety requirements, and quality standards
• Review and approve field technical queries (TQs), site instructions, method statements, and engineering change requests
• Provide technical guidance on excavation, earthworks, concrete placement, structural steel installation, grouting, anchor bolt alignment, and structural integrity requirements
• Participate in site inspections, walkdowns, punch list clearance, and final acceptance activities
• Liaise with the client, EPC teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders on all civil field engineering matters

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent Engineering discipline
• Minimum 15–20 years of experience in civil engineering, with significant experience in onshore field engineering for oil and gas projects
• Proven track record on large-scale onshore oil and gas, gas processing, or petrochemical projects
• Strong expertise in civil construction, structural steel, reinforced concrete, foundations, underground utilities, construction support, and field engineering activities
• Thorough knowledge of international codes and standards including ACI, AISC, ASCE, BS, ASTM, and relevant client specifications
• Experience with ADNOC Onshore projects is strongly preferred
• Strong leadership, coordination, and multidisciplinary communication skills
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, field engineering procedures, and construction management practices

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