Senior Completions Specialist - Fabrication and Mechanical Completion

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 212,040 - 312,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for career growth

Exposure to global energy sector projects

International team collaboration

Job summary

Mc Dermott is looking for a Senior Completions Specialist based in Dubai, UAE, to lead mechanical completion execution on offshore projects. The role requires managing system handovers and coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure operational readiness.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, strong planning skills, and over 8 years of experience in offshore project execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in hookup, commissioning, and offshore project execution.
• Strong experience with PIMS completion management systems and handover processes.
• Proven coordination experience across EPC contractors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Review project‑specific scope of work and specifications.
• Coordinate equipment and materials for mechanical completion operations.
• Supervise discipline engineers involved in mechanical completion and handover.

Skills

Mechanical Completion Management

PIMS Completion Management System

Punch List and Preservation Management

Hookup and Commissioning Support

System Handover and Completion Certification

Inspection and Test Records Preparation

Offshore Fabrication Coordination

HSE Compliance and Risk Assessment

Budget and Manpower Planning

Cross-Functional Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PIMS

Job description

Senior Completions Specialist – Fabrication and Mechanical Completion

Location: Dubai, UAE | Industry: Oil and Energy | Function: Engineering | Experience: 8 years | Job Type: Full-time | Salary: 19,000-28,000 AED per month.

Role Overview:This role is ideal for experienced professionals who can lead mechanical completion execution, system handover, punch list management, and completion certification while ensuring safe delivery and operational readiness across major EPC and offshore projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Review project‑specific scope of work, specifications, and technical requirements for mechanical completion execution.
• Request qualified engineers, supervisors, and manpower resources required for completion activities.
• Coordinate equipment, tools, consumables, and materials required for safe and efficient mechanical completion operations.
• Work closely with Fabrication Coordinators on schedules, planning, and potential cost impact assessments.
• Coordinate with HSE Officers to ensure proper task risk assessments and safe execution practices.
• Prepare and identify Mechanical Completion Inspection and Test Records required within PIMS.
• Supervise discipline engineers involved in mechanical completion and handover activities.
• Develop execution plans, completion strategies, and implementation procedures for project delivery.
• Allocate budgets and estimated man‑hours for mechanical completion‑related activities.
• Define system limits and manage structured handover boundaries for commissioning readiness.
• Prepare and maintain the Mechanical Completion Management System for project execution.
• Support engineering policies, yard procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives across the division.
• Provide historical project data and technical input to support bids and future project planning.
• Attend and deliver training sessions while providing feedback for process improvements.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 8years of experience in hookup, commissioning, and offshore oil and gas project execution.
• Strong experience with PIMS completion management systems, punch lists, preservation management, and handover processes.
• Proven coordination experience across EPC contractors, clients, vendors, subcontractors, and fabrication teams.
• Strong understanding of system completion certification and structured project handover requirements.
• High commitment to safe working practices, productivity standards, and quality compliance.
• Strong planning and problem‑solving skills in fabrication and commissioning environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities across multidisciplinary teams.

Skills Set

• Mechanical Completion Management
• PIMS Completion Management System
• Punch List and Preservation Management
• Hookup and Commissioning Support
• System Handover and Completion Certification
• Inspection and Test Records Preparation
• Offshore Fabrication Coordination
• HSE Compliance and Risk Assessment
• Budget and Manpower Planning
• Cross‑Functional Project Coordination

Why Join Us

• Work on major offshore fabrication and commissioning projects across the global energy sector.
• Join one of the world's most trusted engineering and construction companies.
• Gain strong exposure to large‑scale EPC, hookup, and system completion operations.
• Build long‑term career growth in completions, commissioning, and offshore project delivery.
• Collaborate with experienced international teams across complex offshore developments.
• Be part of projects driving safe, reliable, and sustainable energy infrastructure worldwide.