PMC Offshore Installation Manager

Wood

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 600,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful projects

Diversity & Inclusion

Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional Development

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Job summary

Wood in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) to lead offshore installation and construction activities for a major project within a PMC framework. You will align with client specs, regulatory requirements, and project objectives while overseeing contractor performance, offshore operations, and schedules.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, 20+ years in offshore oil & gas, and 5+ years in senior leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Marine, Civil, or related discipline).
Minimum 20 years of experience in offshore oil & gas projects, with at least 5 years in a senior offshore leadership role.
PMC experience on large-scale offshore projects is highly preferred.
Extensive knowledge of offshore installation methods and marine operations.
Strong understanding of international codes, standards, and HSE regulations.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all offshore installation and construction activities within schedule and budget.
Act as focal point between client, PMC team, and EPC contractors.
Ensure compliance with HSE standards and promote safety culture.
Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to procedures and specs.
Coordinate offshore campaigns including heavy lifts, hook-up, and commissioning support.
Review method statements, risk assessments, lifting plans, and installation procedures.
Manage interfaces between offshore and onshore teams in engineering, procurement and commissioning.
Identify risks and implement mitigation to avoid delays.
Provide progress reports and forecasts to senior management and client.
Oversee resource planning, logistics, and offshore workforce management.
Ensure permit-to-work systems and SIMOPS coordination are in place.
Support project close-out activities including punch lists and handover.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Offshore operations

Safety leadership

Communication

Project management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Manager with a proven track record in overseeing and coordinates construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to required quality and safety standards for a high-profile client.

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 decarbonisation 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 renumeration 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

The key objectives for this role are:

The Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of offshore installation and construction activities for a major project under a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) framework. The role ensures alignment with client specifications, regulatory requirements, and project objectives, while overseeing contractor performance, offshore operations, and delivery schedules.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all offshore installation and construction activities, ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget
Act as the primary offshore focal point between the client, PMC team, and EPC contractors
Ensure full compliance with HSE standards, policies, and procedures, promoting a strong safety culture across all offshore operations
Supervise and monitor contractor performance, ensuring work is executed in accordance with approved procedures, specifications, and quality standards
Coordinate offshore installation campaigns, including heavy lifts, hook-up, commissioning support, and marine operations
Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, lifting plans, and installation procedures
Ensure effective interface management between offshore and onshore teams, including engineering, procurement, and commissioning functions
Identify potential risks and implement mitigation measures to avoid delays or operational issues
Provide regular progress reports, forecasts, and updates to senior management and the client
Oversee resource planning, logistics coordination, and offshore workforce management
Ensure proper implementation of permit-to-work systems and SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations) coordination
Support project close-out activities including punch listing, system handover, and documentation.

Qualifications

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’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Marine, Civil, or related discipline)
Minimum 20 years of experience in offshore oil & gas projects, with at least 5 years in a senior offshore leadership role such as Offshore Installation Manager or Construction Manager
Proven experience within a PMC environment on large-scale offshore projects is highly preferred
Extensive knowledge of offshore installation methodologies, marine operations, and construction techniques
Strong understanding of international codes, standards, and HSE regulations applicable to offshore operations
Demonstrated experience managing EPC contractors and multidisciplinary teams in a complex project environment
Offshore certifications such as BOSIET, H2S, and valid offshore medical are mandatory
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work under high-pressure conditions and manage multiple priorities effectively
Experience in Middle East offshore projects and familiarity with major operator standards is an advantage.

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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