Senior Construction Manager, Oil & Gas Projects

EHIF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 1,285,000 - 2,203,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee on-site activities for large-scale energy projects in the UAE. You will ensure delivery on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards, coordinating multiple disciplines and subcontractors across complex sites.

The role requires deep Oil & Gas construction experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and risk while maintaining stakeholder relations on international projects.

Qualifications

• Degree with extensive Oil & Gas experience, including major capital projects & construction management focus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to lead diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversees on-site construction activities to ensure project delivery on time, within budget, and to quality/safety standards.
• Manages field disciplines, coordinates subcontractors, and ensures schedule compliance.
• Maintains cost control, procurement coordination, and safety/environmental responsibilities.
• Ensures constructability feedback and alignment with design and specifications.
• Supports project governance and client communications for large-scale capital projects (>$500M USD).

Skills

Communications skills

Travel ready

CICPA eligibility

Education

Degree in Oil & Gas or related field

Job description

Wood is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee on-site activities for large-scale energy projects in the UAE. You will ensure delivery on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards, coordinating multiple disciplines and subcontractors across complex sites.

The role requires deep Oil & Gas construction experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage budgets, schedules, and risk while maintaining stakeholder relations on international projects.