Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery

John Wood Group PLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking an experienced Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery in the UAE. The ideal candidate will manage post-order execution of engineered packages, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project requirements. Responsibilities include documentation control and collaboration with various engineering and logistics teams. We offer a competitive remuneration package, commitment to diversity, and benefits including medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Commitment to continued professional development

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering detailed package performance and reliability.
• Experience in managing post-order execution and vendor documentation.
• Ability to collaborate with various teams including engineering and QA/QC.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for managing post-order execution of engineered packages.
• Ensure timely delivery and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Coordinate logistics and resolve technical issues as they arise.

Skills

Project management

Engineering compliance

Vendor coordination

Technical issue resolution

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery with a proven track record in delivering detailed package performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards for a high‑profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams provide solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

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 Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery is accountable for managing post‑order execution of engineered packages, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with contractual and project requirements, and alignment with Required on Site (ROS) dates. This role involves vendor documentation control, manufacturing progress monitoring, logistics coordination, technical issue resolution, inspections, and site readiness. The position requires close collaboration with vendors, internal and client engineering disciplines, QA/QC, procurement, and logistics teams to maintain quality standards and mitigate risks.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.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.