PMC Construction Manager(Offshore )

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

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company is seeking an experienced PMC Construction Site Manager (Offshore) in Abu Dhabi to oversee planning and execution of large oil and gas projects. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of construction management experience, strong leadership abilities, and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. This position is full-time and leadership in safety and project execution is essential.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Long Service Award

Commitment to continued professional development

Qualifications

• 20+ years of construction management experience in oil and gas projects.
• Professional Engineer accreditation preferred.
• Ability to work across diverse cultures.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans with stakeholders.
• Control project budgets and suggest cost-effective alternatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

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

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Construction Site Manager(Offshore) with a proven track record in directly managing and is accountable for the planning and execution of the Islands U/G civil works, onshore fabrication and the offshore transportation and installation / mechanical completion of the components and brownfield modifications of the project to ensure that the project objectives are achieved. Leads construction efforts to ensure the project is executed in accordance with ADNOC Offshore and project procedures and Shareholder expectations. Directly manages Construction Leaders for on island construction and onshore precast for a high - profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We are the market‑leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions in upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization markets. We pride ourselves on steady and predictable delivery while expanding our growth trajectory.

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

The key objectives for this role are:

• Developing a comprehensive project plan and detailed schedule, coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Estimating costs accurately, controlling the budget throughout the project, and suggesting cost‑effective alternatives.
• Ensuring that construction work meets required standards and specifications.
• Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to address them.
• Overseeing contracts with consultants, contractors, and vendors, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Regularly reporting on project progress to stakeholders, including any issues or delays.
• Facilitating smooth communication between all parties involved in the project to ensure everyone is aligned and informed.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Lead the Construction team to support the objectives and strategies.
• Champion safety in all construction aspects and promote the safety objective that “Nobody gets Hurt.”
• Manage the On Island Construction teams responsible for the planning, development and operations to ensure construction execution certainty.
• Manage the Contractor’s construction planning and execution efforts to ensure compliance with Project objectives, strategies, obligations and requirements.
• Establish a construction organization to implement the Project execution plans and procedures and coordinate resourcing of construction team positions.
• Provide construction and execution strategy support to the Project Team through construction oversight and assistance.
• Ensure that the Contractor and Subcontractors are compliant with project safety expectations, policies and procedures.
• Steward the development of an Integrated Safety Plan for construction, including SIMOPS for all island and brownfield work.
• Assist in the review and implementation of all Contractor safety plans.
• Steward interfaces and interactions between the Contractor and other UZ Projects, Production Operations, and Drilling.
• Manage the interface with ADNOC Offshore OPCO to execute brownfield works in order to minimize disruption in ongoing production operations.
• Ensure that the detailed design deliverables support constructability.
• Report construction progress, performance, initiatives and issues to the Project Team.
• Lead construction planning teams to identify vulnerabilities and opportunities.
• Sponsor construction related readiness reviews, constructability workshops and CERs.
• Take a leadership role in mentoring and training UAE Nationals in construction management.
• Clearly communicate to direct reports short term and long‑term goals that support the project objectives.
• Encourage and recognize outstanding performance, and ensure that staff are appraised regularly and developed accordingly.

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent level of site experience in a senior role.
• Professional Engineer accreditation preferred.
• Minimum of twenty (20) years of previous Construction management experience on large oil and gas development projects.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to work with people across a diversity of cultures.

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Construction Site Manager(Offshore) with extensive experience in the oil and gas industry for ADNOC Offshore client in Abu Dhabi within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based full time at Abu Dhabi office.

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.