Senior Offshore Installation Leader – PMC Projects

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful projects

Diversity & Inclusion

Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional Development

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Job summary

Wood in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) to lead offshore installation and construction activities for a major project within a PMC framework. You will align with client specs, regulatory requirements, and project objectives while overseeing contractor performance, offshore operations, and schedules.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, 20+ years in offshore oil & gas, and 5+ years in senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Marine, Civil, or related discipline).
• Minimum 20 years of experience in offshore oil & gas projects, with at least 5 years in a senior offshore leadership role.
• PMC experience on large-scale offshore projects is highly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of offshore installation methods and marine operations.
• Strong understanding of international codes, standards, and HSE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all offshore installation and construction activities within schedule and budget.
• Act as focal point between client, PMC team, and EPC contractors.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and promote safety culture.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to procedures and specs.
• Coordinate offshore campaigns including heavy lifts, hook-up, and commissioning support.
• Review method statements, risk assessments, lifting plans, and installation procedures.
• Manage interfaces between offshore and onshore teams in engineering, procurement and commissioning.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation to avoid delays.
• Provide progress reports and forecasts to senior management and client.
• Oversee resource planning, logistics, and offshore workforce management.
• Ensure permit-to-work systems and SIMOPS coordination are in place.
• Support project close-out activities including punch lists and handover.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Offshore operations

Safety leadership

Communication

Project management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Wood in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) to lead offshore installation and construction activities for a major project within a PMC framework. You will align with client specs, regulatory requirements, and project objectives while overseeing contractor performance, offshore operations, and schedules.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, 20+ years in offshore oil & gas, and 5+ years in senior leadership.