Manager Hook Up and Commissioning

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong long-term career growth

Exposure to high-value international projects

Job summary

Mc Dermott is seeking a Manager Hook Up and Commissioning in Dubai, UAE. This role oversees the commissioning lifecycle, ensuring operational readiness and project schedule compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 13 years of experience in offshore engineering, strong leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate across diverse teams.

A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, with the position offering a chance to lead critical operations in a respected company within the energy industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 13 years of experience in offshore engineering and commissioning-related fields.
• Strong multi-discipline knowledge of engineering design techniques and methods.
• Proven leadership experience managing commissioning teams and large-scale offshore projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full commissioning lifecycle from design to start-up.
• Develop comprehensive plans for commissioning and performance testing.
• Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, and construction teams.

Skills

Hook-up and commissioning management

Pre-commissioning and plant start-up

Offshore EPC project execution

Performance testing and plant acceptance

Site completions management

HSE compliance and safety planning

Client and subcontractor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline

Job description

Manager Hook Up and Commissioning Job Snapshot Role: Manager Hook Up and Commissioning Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Oil and Energy Function: Engineering Experience: 13 Years Job Type: Full-time

Job DetailsCountry: UAECity: DubaiIndustry: Oil and EnergyFunction: EngineeringSalary: 30000-45000 monthly (Market estimated)Gender: AnyCandidate Nationality: AnyJob Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Manager Hook Up and Commissioning is responsible for overseeing the full commissioning lifecycle from design support through system turnover, start-up, performance testing, and final plant acceptance. This role ensures operational readiness, safe execution, project schedule compliance, and coordination between engineering, fabrication, construction, HSE, and client teams across complex offshore developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review contractual documentation to define the hook-up and commissioning scope of work
• Direct development and execution of comprehensive plans for pre-commissioning, hook-up, commissioning, start-up, performance testing, and plant acceptance
• Determine project organization structure, manpower requirements, and work hours needed to achieve commissioning objectives
• Develop commissioning schedules in coordination with Project Scheduler, Construction, and Installation teams
• Prepare cost estimates for hook-up and commissioning scope of work
• Provide commissioning and start-up input to fabrication teams during the engineering and design phase
• Ensure participation in P and ID reviews, model reviews, PHA, SIL reviews, and other project safety and design reviews
• Direct preparation of operating manuals, maintenance manuals, emergency procedures, and shutdown procedures
• Manage development of Site Completions Management Tool data during engineering execution
• Identify subcontractor, supplier services, laboratory requirements, specialized cleaning, and specialized tools for commissioning activities
• Coordinate performance test procedures and testing execution at site
• Interface with HSE teams to ensure facility safety and project safety plan compliance
• Coordinate with Construction, Installation teams, clients, and local agencies for system turnover and successful plant acceptance
• Lead all site pre-commissioning, hook-up, commissioning, and start-up operations as required by the contract
• Manage training programs for internal teams and client personnel
• Capture lessons learned and support continuous operational improvement
• Ensure compliance with all McDermott policies, procedures, and mandatory training requirements

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline
• Minimum 13 years of experience in offshore engineering and commissioning-related fields
• Strong multi-discipline knowledge of engineering design techniques, analysis methods, and offshore project execution
• Deep understanding of statutory codes, safety regulations, and international engineering guidelines
• Proven leadership experience managing commissioning teams and large-scale offshore projects
• Strong project execution, scheduling, and managerial skills
• Preferably Registered Professional Engineer, Chartered Engineer, or member of a recognized engineering society
• Excellent stakeholder communication and client coordination abilities

Skills Set

• Hook-up and commissioning management
• Pre-commissioning and plant start-up
• Offshore EPC project execution
• Performance testing and plant acceptance
• Site completions management
• P and ID, PHA, and SIL review participation
• Construction and installation coordination
• HSE compliance and safety planning
• Commissioning manuals and procedures
• Project scheduling and workforce planning
• Client and subcontractor coordination
• Operational readiness and system turnover

Why Join Us

• Lead critical commissioning and start-up operations for major offshore energy infrastructure projects
• Work within one of the world's most respected engineering and EPC organizations
• Strong long-term career growth in senior commissioning leadership
• Exposure to high-value international offshore and industrial developments
• Be part of projects driving safe operations and the global energy transition

McDermott International is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation solutions for the energy industry. With more than 100 years of expertise and operations across over 50 countries, the company delivers advanced offshore, onshore, and subsea infrastructure projects that support safe and sustainable energy development. Its Dubai operations are a major center for engineering excellence, commissioning leadership, and large-scale EPC project delivery across the Middle East and international markets.