Offshore Construction Manager

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent regional entity in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Offshore Construction Manager to lead offshore construction activities. This role requires significant expertise in commercial and technical aspects, with a focus on managing projects safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of offshore experience, alongside excellent leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of offshore construction and operations experience.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Proven ability to manage large offshore teams and complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead offshore construction execution across all phases of projects.
• Manage subcontractor evaluations, procurement requirements, and marine spread mobilisation.
• Ensure HSE standards and quality management systems are fully implemented.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Commercial Awareness

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE: Offshore Construction Manager

CLIENT: A prominent regional entity delivering end-to-end EPC solutions across marine infrastructure, offshore energy, and dredging operations.

LOCATION: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

ASSIGNMENT TYPE: Permanent Hire Staff role/ Full Residential role in UAE

WORK SCHEDULE: 9 hours (including lunch break) - From 8am to 5pm - Monday to Friday (Saturday & Sunday are week off)

START DATE: Late 2025/ Early 2026 - Depending on successful candidates circumstances

Kintec has been exclusively selected to support a prominent regional organization in Abu Dhabi, known for delivering full-spectrum EPC solutions across marine infrastructure, offshore energy, and dredging. This is an exciting, tax-free opportunity for permanent residential staff roles in the UAE, offering a stable Monday-to-Friday schedule from 8am to 5pm. With a start date expected in late 2025 or early 2026, depending on candidate availability, this assignment presents not only professional growth but also the chance to live in one of the safest, most cosmopolitan cities in the Middle East.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Offshore Construction Manager to lead and manage offshore construction activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within contractual requirements. This is a senior leadership position requiring excellent commercial, technical, and managerial expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead offshore construction execution across all phases of projects.
• Review tender documents, client specifications, and scope of work.
• Develop offshore schedules and execution strategies in coordination with stakeholders.
• Manage subcontractor evaluations, procurement requirements, and marine spread mobilisation.
• Liaise with clients, surveyors, and third-party agencies.
• Ensure HSE standards and quality management systems are fully implemented.
• Oversee daily offshore operations, audits, and reporting.
• Control budgets, variations, and claims.
• Manage project close-out documentation and lessons learned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Naval preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of offshore construction and operations experience.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent contractual and commercial awareness.
• Proven ability to manage large offshore teams and complex projects.