Project Manager - Field Development Projects

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking an accomplished Project Manager to own major capital developments, from concept through commissioning. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, set execution frameworks, manage budgets, contracts and interfaces, and drive project economics to protect investment value while avoiding delays and rework.

The role requires a Bachelor in Engineering, 12+ years in oil and gas project execution, and PMP certification, with experience guiding multinational contractors

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 years in project engineering/execution in Oil & Gas.
• At least 5 years leading multidisciplinary teams, consultants and contractors.
• PMP certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of EPC processes, project planning and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead project definition and provide technical direction during proposal and conceptual stages.
• Establish objectives, scope boundaries and execution strategies.
• Coordinate engineering design activities and ensure specifications meet requirements.
• Provide oversight during procurement, tendering and contractor selection.
• ManageProject Management Consultants for coordination, site supervision and admin.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across field development and facility projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

PMP

Budgeting

Contractor management

Stakeholder coordination

HSE governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Role Context

The Project Manager takes ownership of major capital developments involving new facilities, plant modifications and field infrastructure. The role establishes the execution framework, coordinates multidisciplinary engineering resources and manages the commercial and technical interfaces needed to move projects from concept into successful operation. Strong control of scope, contractor performance, technical standards and project economics is essential to protecting investment value and avoiding delays, rework or production impact.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Emirate Industry: Oil and Energy Function: Project Management Salary: 36000-52000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project definition activities and provide technical direction during proposal and conceptual development stages.
• Establish clear project objectives, scope boundaries, implementation priorities and execution strategies.
• Coordinate engineering design activities and ensure material specifications satisfy operational and technical requirements.
• Provide technical oversight during procurement, tendering and contractor selection processes.
• Manage Project Management Consultants responsible for engineering coordination, site supervision and administration.
• Direct multidisciplinary engineering teams across assigned field development and facility projects.
• Lead projects through initiation, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, start-up and final handover.
• Coordinate multinational contractors and ensure work progresses in accordance with approved project management practices.
• Verify that contractors comply with HSE requirements, approved method statements and site safety procedures.
• Establish appropriate engineering codes, standards, procedures and project-specific working practices.
• Review available technical information to determine future project requirements, constraints and development opportunities.
• Evaluate project alternatives based on technical feasibility, expected cost, schedule and operational impact.
• Refine preliminary concepts into structured and commercially viable project plans.
• Coordinate project strategy development with user departments, Finance, Commercial Support and other business functions.
• Review and approve work programs, contractor terms of reference and project execution procedures.
• Establish the technical and administrative framework required before execution activities begin.
• Manage bidder prequalification and contribute to contractor selection decisions.
• Maintain control over project budgets, contract expenditure and approved financial authority.
• Review purchase recommendations, subcontract proposals and variation orders throughout project execution.
• Ensure revised scope, cost and schedule information is incorporated into approved project plans.
• Monitor overall contractor performance across safety, quality, cost and schedule.
• Require corrective action where contractor performance does not meet project expectations.
• Coordinate financial matters associated with currency requirements, import duty considerations and project forecasts.
• Attend Tender Board meetings and other commercial reviews when required.
• Prepare and review weekly highlights and monthly progress information covering engineering, procurement and construction.
• Advise management of expected completion dates to support commissioning and start-up planning.
• Contribute to development of start-up programs and operational manning requirements.
• Evaluate alternative engineering and construction solutions including fabrication and structural options.
• Coordinate phased facility completion and acceptance with the end user where appropriate.
• Maintain the technical integrity of surface facilities throughout project development and execution.
• Ensure quality assurance and control standards are implemented consistently across assigned projects.
• Develop and manage field development projects in line with approved company objectives and technical guidelines.
• Protect project economics by minimizing uncontrolled scope changes, rework and execution delays.
• Recommend acceptance or rejection of contractor work programs and execution proposals.
• Lead or participate in technical and companywide committees related to project development and execution.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Minimum 12 years of professional experience in project engineering or project execution within the Oil and Gas industry.
• At least 5 years of experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, consultants and contractors.
• PMP certification is required.
• Demonstrated experience managing major development projects and modifications to operating facilities.
• Strong knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and start-up processes.
• Experience managing Project Management Consultants and multinational contractors.
• Sound understanding of project contracts, tendering and contractor prequalification.
• Strong capability in project planning, budgeting and cost control.
• Experience reviewing contract recommendations, variations and expenditure approvals.
• Ability to evaluate technical alternatives and make decisions with significant cost or schedule implications.
• Understanding of field development and surface facility project requirements.
• Strong knowledge of HSE governance for major engineering and construction projects.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and resolve complex multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Strong commercial awareness combined with practical engineering judgment.
• Effective communication and leadership skills in multicultural project environments.

Skills Set

• Field development projects
• Project Management
• Major capital projects
• Oil and Gas project execution
• Multidisciplinary engineering
• Surface facilities
• Project definition
• Concept development
• Engineering design management
• EPC execution
• Project Management Consultants
• Contractor management
• Procurement management
• Construction management
• Commissioning
• Plant start-up
• Project handover
• Project planning
• Project scheduling
• Budget control
• Cost management
• Contract administration
• Tender management
• Bidder prequalification
• Variation orders
• Technical evaluation
• Scope management
• Financial forecasting
• Engineering standards
• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• HSE management
• Technical integrity
• Contractor performance
• Project reporting
• Stakeholder coordination
• Value engineering
• Constructability evaluation
• Project governance
• PMP

Why Join Us

This opportunity places an experienced project leader at the center of major field development and facility investment programs in Abu Dhabi Emirate. The position offers substantial responsibility across engineering strategy, contractor performance, project economics and technical integrity while providing exposure to large-scale developments with direct operational importance. It is a strong platform for professionals seeking continued growth in complex project leadership within the Oil and Energy sector.

About the Company

ADNOC Group is a leading energy organization in the United Arab Emirates responsible for developing and operating major oil, gas and industrial assets. Its project teams manage complex field developments, new facilities and plant modifications through disciplined engineering, commercial control and rigorous HSE standards to support reliable long-term energy production.