PMC Lead Installation Engineer

EHIF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Job summary

EHIF is seeking a Lead Installation Engineer to oversee installation engineering activities for ADNOC projects. This role requires a strong background in offshore projects, with a minimum of 15 years in the oil and gas sector.

The successful candidate will lead installation operations, ensuring safe and compliant execution while managing multidisciplinary teams. You will play a critical role in overseeing heavy lifts, loadouts, and marine operations.

Join us in delivering significant projects and advancing energy solutions across the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in installation engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience in a lead role within PMC or EPC environments.
• Strong knowledge of offshore installation methodologies including heavy lifting and subsea installation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage installation engineering activities covering offshore and onshore scopes.
• Review and approve contractor installation procedures and method statements.
• Ensure all installation activities comply with ADNOC standards.

Skills

Offshore installation methodologies

Leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Structural, or Offshore Engineering

Tools

Installation vessels and cranes

Job description

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Installation Engineer with previous experience working with high-profile clients on a major Offshore projects.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world

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.

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 organisation 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

To lead and oversee all installation engineering activities for ADNOC projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of offshore and onshore installation works. The role is responsible for providing technical leadership, validating contractor methodologies, and ensuring all installation operations are executed in accordance with project specifications, international standards, and ADNOC requirements.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage installation engineering activities covering offshore and onshore scopes including structural, piping, subsea, and equipment installation
• Review and approve contractor installation procedures, method statements, lifting plans, rigging studies, and marine spread documentation
• Ensure all installation activities are planned and executed in compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, and HSE requirements
• Provide technical assurance and guidance during engineering, procurement, and construction phases to ensure constructability and installation feasibility
• Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, marine, logistics, and construction to ensure seamless project execution
• Oversee offshore installation campaigns including heavy lifts, loadouts, transportation, and hook‑up activities
• Monitor contractor performance, identify risks or deviations, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule, safety, and quality objectives
• Ensure proper interface management between fabrication yards, marine operations, and offshore installation teams
• Participate in design reviews, HAZIDs, HAZOPs, constructability reviews, and risk assessments related to installation activities
• Verify readiness of installation vessels, equipment, and personnel prior to execution of offshore campaigns
• Ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and close‑out of installation activities including as‑built records
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical support to installation engineering teams

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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Structural, or Offshore Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 15 years of experience in installation engineering within the oil and gas industry, with significant exposure to offshore projects
• Proven experience in a lead role within PMC or EPC environments, preferably on ADNOC projects
• Strong knowledge of offshore installation methodologies including heavy lifting, transportation, loadout, subsea installation, and hook‑up and commissioning support
• Familiarity with international standards and guidelines such as DNV, ISO, and API related to offshore installation
• Experience working with installation vessels, barges, cranes, and marine operations
• Strong understanding of constructability, risk management, and interface coordination in complex projects
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated commitment to HSE and quality standards in high‑risk offshore environments
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver results within tight project schedules