PMC Lead Civil Engineer

Wood

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 420,000 - 660,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
Group Life and Personal Accident
End of Service Gratuity
Employee Share Plan
Long Service Award
Professional development opportunities
Global connections

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced PMC Lead Civil Engineer to lead civil and structural oversight for ADNOC oil and gas projects from FEED through handover, coordinating with EPCs and in-house teams to ensure safety, quality and schedule compliance.

You will provide technical leadership in civil engineering, verify designs against ADNOC standards and international codes, and drive constructability and risk mitigation across multidisciplinary projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
  • 15+ years of civil/structural engineering experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy sectors.
  • 5–8 years in PMC, EPC, or major capital projects.
  • Experience with ADNOC projects and standards is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Review civil and structural deliverables from EPC contractors and engineering consultants.
  • Ensure designs comply with ADNOC standards, project specifications, international codes, and industry best practices.
  • Provide technical guidance on civil and structural engineering matters.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplary engineering teams to resolve technical issues and interface concerns.
  • Participate in design reviews, value engineering studies, and constructability assessments.
  • Support construction, commissioning, and handover activities.

Skills

PE/CEng certification
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
ADNOC standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering (adv)

Job description

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Lead Civil Engineer based in office 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 have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market‑leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status‑quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low‑carbon concepts to reality.

Designing the future. Transforming the world

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’ service 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

Provide civil engineering expertise and technical oversight within the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for ADNOC oil and gas projects. Ensure that civil and structural engineering activities performed by EPC contractors comply with ADNOC standards, project specifications, applicable international codes, and regulatory requirements. Support project execution from FEED through detailed engineering, construction, commissioning, and handover while ensuring safety, quality, cost‑effectiveness, and schedule compliance.

Responsibilities
Engineering Management & Technical Review
  • Review and approve civil and structural engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors and engineering consultants.
  • Ensure designs comply with ADNOC standards, project specifications, international codes, and industry best practices.
  • Provide technical guidance and recommendations on civil and structural engineering matters.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve technical issues and interface concerns.
  • Participate in design reviews, value engineering studies, and constructability assessments.
Civil & Structural Design Oversight
  • Review design calculations, specifications, drawings, and material submittals related to:
    • Foundations and equipment supports
    • Pipe racks and structural steel systems
    • Buildings and shelters
    • Roads and paving works
    • Drainage and stormwater systems
    • Underground utilities and infrastructure
    • Retaining structures and boundary walls
  • Ensure designs account for geotechnical, environmental, and operational requirements.
  • Verify compliance with applicable international standards such as ACI, BS, ASTM, ASCE, and Eurocodes where specified.
Contractor Management
  • Monitor EPC contractor engineering performance and compliance with project requirements.
  • Review technical queries, deviations, concessions, and change requests.
  • Evaluate contractor proposals and recommend appropriate engineering solutions.
  • Participate in technical clarification meetings and design review workshops.
  • Ensure timely resolution of engineering issues affecting project progress.
Project Coordination & Interface Management
  • Coordinate with ADNOC stakeholders, PMC disciplines, contractors, and third‑party consultants.
  • Ensure effective interface management between civil engineering and other disciplines including process, piping, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation.
  • Support project planning and execution strategies to achieve project milestones.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide engineering input for management decisions.
Construction Support
  • Provide engineering support during construction and site execution phases.
  • Review construction methodologies, temporary works designs, and site modifications.
  • Assist in resolving field engineering issues and non‑conformance reports (NCRs).
  • Participate in site visits, inspections, and technical assessments when required.
  • Support commissioning and handover activities related to civil and structural systems.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Ensure engineering deliverables meet project quality requirements.
  • Participate in engineering audits, design reviews, and quality assessments.
  • Review and close technical comments arising from audits and reviews.
  • Ensure implementation of lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
Risk Management & HSE Compliance
  • Ensure civil engineering activities comply with ADNOC HSE requirements.
  • Participate in HAZID, constructability, risk assessment, and safety review workshops.
  • Identify engineering risks and support development of mitigation measures.
  • Promote safe design principles and compliance with applicable regulations.
Reporting & Documentation
  • Prepare technical reports, engineering assessments, and progress updates.
  • Review contractor progress reports and engineering schedules.
  • Monitor engineering deliverables against project milestones.
  • Maintain proper documentation and records of engineering reviews and approvals.
Qualifications

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.

Skills & Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
  • Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering is an advantage.
  • Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or equivalent certification preferred.
Experience
  • Typically 15+ years of civil/structural engineering experience in the oil and gas, petrochemical, or energy sector.
  • Minimum 5–8 years of experience in PMC, EPC, or major capital projects.
  • Strong experience with ADNOC projects and standards is highly desirable.
  • Experience covering FEED, detailed engineering, construction, commissioning, and project handover phases.
Skills & Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of civil and structural engineering design principles.
  • Familiarity with ADNOC standards, international codes, and engineering specifications.
  • Experience in reviewing engineering software outputs and structural analysis reports.
  • Strong technical review, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple engineering packages and priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong report writing and presentation skills.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Timely review and approval of engineering deliverables.
  • Compliance with ADNOC standards and project specifications.
  • Resolution of technical issues within agreed timelines.
  • Engineering deliverables completed within project schedule requirements.
  • Reduction of design‑related rework and non‑conformances.
  • Successful support of construction, commissioning, and project handover activities.
About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara – a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.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.

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