Senior Manager Operations

McDermott; Dubai; On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Manager to lead welding operations for onshore and offshore projects. This pivotal role requires a seasoned professional with over a decade of construction experience, particularly in welding supervision and pipeline management. You will be responsible for fostering a safety culture, managing personnel, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Join a dynamic team where your leadership will drive operational success and enhance productivity in a fast-paced environment. This is a unique opportunity to influence project delivery and make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction with strong leadership and welding supervision.
• Experience in on-site and offshore pipeline construction is essential.
• Proficient in project management and safety adherence.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture and manage welding personnel globally.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with welding standards.
• Oversee manpower and project costs daily.

Skills

Welding Principles

Leadership

Workforce Management

Recruitment and Assessment

Compliance

Risk Management

Logistics

Project Management

Safety Standards

Organizational Skills

Education

10+ years of construction experience

7+ years in supervisory roles

Experience in offshore pipeline construction

Tools

Scheduling Programs

Job description

Job Overview:

The Operations Manager position requires a comprehensive understanding of welding principles, leadership in workforce management, recruitment and assessment, and familiarity with disciplines such as compliance, risk management, and logistics. The Operations Manager must leverage extensive industry experience to enhance productivity, mentor staff, influence company policies, and resolve complex technical, operational, and organizational issues affecting project delivery and success.

Qualifications:

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• 10+ years of construction experience with at least 7+ years in supervisory roles, including 2+ years in management or leadership positions.
• Previous welding supervision experience, preferably with automatic pipeline production.
• Experience in on-site and offshore pipeline construction, offshore marine construction.
• Familiarity with company scheduling programs.
• Proficiency in project and production reporting and management.
• Manpower planning experience.
• Background in industrial construction.
• Strong focus on safety, budget, and schedule adherence.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Commitment to quality work standards and orientation.
• Knowledge of the energy efficiency industry.
• Respected for integrity, work ethic, and professionalism.
• Energetic, positive, and results-driven with a can-do attitude.

Preferred Qualifications and Education:

• Experience in global vessel pipeline operations management.
• Personnel and rotational planning expertise.
• Welder training and assessment capabilities.
• Offshore structural fabrication oversight.
• Management of firing line subcontractors.
• Expertise in welding, AUT, and coating processes.

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Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of a safety culture, integrating safety into all work activities.
• Recruit, train, assess, and manage welding personnel for onshore and offshore projects globally.
• Create and manage rotational plans, ensuring deployment of qualified personnel.
• Establish and maintain strict quality control standards for welding operations and personnel.
• Recommend improvements in production methods, equipment performance, and quality.
• Assist in resolving work problems and approve personnel actions.
• Implement health, safety, and environmental programs.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Use reports to manage project scope and ensure successful project execution.
• Promote safety culture and ensure safety plans are followed.
• Manage project controls and costs daily.
• Demonstrate business acumen and understand change management processes.
• Complete daily reports and conduct risk management analyses.
• Oversee manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontract activities.
• Manage welder training, assessment, and handover processes.
• Follow material management and change control plans.
• Support detailed scheduling and ensure all activities are well-coordinated and communicated.
• Verify quality standards and ensure compliance with welding codes and standards.