Manager - Construction & Installation

Penspen Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 440,690 - 550,863; Full time

Job summary

Penspen Ltd is urgently looking for a Lead Construction Engineer (Offshore) for a prestigious PMC project in the UAE. The successful candidate will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of offshore construction and installation works, ensuring safe and cost-effective execution aligned with ADNOC standards.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 20 years of experience in major Oil & Gas projects, including 8 years offshore.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of experience in Oil & Gas major projects.
• At least 8 years of offshore experience.
• Proven experience in PMC roles on offshore projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of offshore construction.
• Oversee EPC contractor activities.
• Monitor project schedules and resource allocation.

Skills

Offshore construction techniques

Project execution

Risk management

Team management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Civil / Offshore / Marine)

Job description

Penspen is urgently looking for Lead Construction Engineer (Offshore) for one of our prestigious PMC projects in UAE.

Scope of work

Lead and manage all construction and offshore installation activities for ADNOC Offshore projects, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective execution in line with project specifications, ADNOC standards, and international best practices.

Minimum Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Civil / Offshore / Marine or equivalent).
• Minimum 20 years of experience in Oil & Gas major projects.
• At least 8 years of offshore experience in construction and installation.
• Proven experience in PMC roles on large-scale offshore projects.
• Mandatory GCC experience, preferably in UAE/ADNOC projects.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of offshore construction techniques and installation methodologies.
• Experience with jackets, topsides, subsea systems, pipelines, and brownfield modifications.
• Familiarity with ADNOC standards and international codes (API, ISO, DNV, etc.).
• Expertise in project execution, risk management, and contractor supervision.
• Understanding of marine operations, heavy lifting, and offshore logistics.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural, high-pressure project environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of offshore construction and installation works.
• Oversee EPC contractor activities related to fabrication, transportation, and offshore installation.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE standards, project procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project schedules, progress, and resource allocation to ensure timely completion.
• Interface with engineering, procurement, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Review and approve construction methodologies, installation procedures, and work packs.
• Manage offshore campaigns including heavy lifts, hook-ups, pre-commissioning, and installation of structures, pipelines, and subsea systems.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure quality assurance and control throughout all construction phases.
• Provide leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in project reviews, audits, and lessons learned sessions.
• Report progress, issues, and performance metrics to senior management and ADNOC stakeholders.