Senior HVAC Construction Lead

GCG Engineering Services; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GCG Engineering Services is seeking a Senior Mechanical Supervisor to lead HVAC construction activities across complex plant projects. You will supervise crews, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure installation quality, safety, and schedule adherence on site in Abu Dhabi.

The role requires a degree in mechanical engineering and at least 10 years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery or industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Supervisory or construction management training is preferred.
• HSE certifications are a plus; minimum 10 years in mechanical construction on oil, gas, petrochemical, refinery or industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical construction activities for HVAC, including ductwork, piping, equipment installation, insulation and related works.
• Lead Mechanical Supervisors, Foremen, subcontractors and crews to meet project objectives.
• Plan daily and weekly work in line with schedules and priorities.
• Review drawings, method statements and procedures before execution, ensuring compliance with specs.
• Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, HSE, planning, procurement and other disciplines for smooth execution.
• Monitor progress, productivity, manpower and materials to achieve milestones.
• Ensure installations comply with project specs, codes and IFC drawings; coordinate QA/QC inspections.
• Enforce permit-to-work, risk assessments and HSE requirements; conduct toolbox talks and site inspections.
• Identify issues, provide technical guidance and implement corrective actions to minimize delays.
• Coordinate testing, pre-commissioning, punch lists and mechanical completion activities.
• Review progress and manpower reports and assist planning with risk mitigation.
• Participate in client and consultant coordination meetings; ensure housekeeping and safe practices.

Skills

HVAC systems

Supervisory

Construction management

QA/QC coordination

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree (Dip/BE)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

GCG Engineering Services is seeking a Senior Mechanical Supervisor to lead HVAC construction activities across complex plant projects. You will supervise crews, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure installation quality, safety, and schedule adherence on site in Abu Dhabi.

The role requires a degree in mechanical engineering and at least 10 years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery or industrial settings.