Senior Offshore Construction Engineer - Projects Lead

NMDC ENERGY PJSC.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

NMDC ENERGY PJSC. is seeking a highly experienced Offshore Construction professional to support multi‑phase offshore projects in the UAE. The role involves coordinating with OCM, procurement, and subcontractors to ensure safe, compliant and timely delivery of offshore works.

You will review engineering, develop execution plans and assist in commercial evaluations, bridging documents and reports. Strong English, leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical/civil/naval).
• 10+ years of offshore construction experience in oil & gas.
• Strong commercial, financial and contractual awareness.
• Excellent English language skills, both spoken and written.
• Proven leadership and team-playing abilities; good negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist OCM in preparing offshore project deliverables and attending kick‑off and strategy meetings.
• Support development of offshore execution plans, schedules and techno‑commercial analyses.
• Review engineering documents for constructability and coordinate subcontracted works.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and coordinate offshore scope with internal departments.
• Prepare and issue Purchase Requisitions and liaise with procurement.
• Attend progress meetings and client meetings; contribute to safety and quality plans.
• Prepare bridging documents, micro-schedules and method statements as needed.
• Liaise with third-party agencies and marine warranty surveyors.
• Assist in reviewing subcontractor invoices and project close-out activities.
• Assist in mobilization plans and safety/compliance with ISO standards.

Skills

Offshore construction

Contractual awareness

Negotiation

English language

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

NMDC ENERGY PJSC. is seeking a highly experienced Offshore Construction professional to support multi‑phase offshore projects in the UAE. The role involves coordinating with OCM, procurement, and subcontractors to ensure safe, compliant and timely delivery of offshore works.

You will review engineering, develop execution plans and assist in commercial evaluations, bridging documents and reports. Strong English, leadership and communication skills are essential.