Senior PMC Construction Lead – Oil & Gas Projects

HSE Information; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional development

Job summary

Wood invites an experienced PMC Specialist Construction Engineer to lead on-site construction oversight, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance for major oil, gas, and energy projects at a UAE site.

The role requires 15+ years in construction management, EPC/PMC experience, and strong planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills. Competitive package includes extensive benefits and development opportunities with Wood’s Energy team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Construction, or related Engineering discipline.
• Typically 15+ years of experience in construction management and site supervision on major Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, LNG, Energy, or Infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in EPC/PMC project environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, engineering standards, and industry codes.
• Experience managing contractors, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary site teams.
• Good understanding of HSE, quality assurance, and risk management practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Strong planning, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management and construction reporting tools.
• Professional certifications (PMP, Chartered Engineer, OSHA, NEBOSH, etc.) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate construction activities to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
• Ensure all construction work complies with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and standards.
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and adherence to project schedules.
• Review and verify construction work plans, methodologies, and site procedures.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, quality, and commissioning teams to resolve technical issues.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with quality and HSE requirements.
• Identify construction risks, delays, and constraints, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor construction progress and prepare regular status reports for project management.
• Ensure effective management of materials, equipment, and manpower at the site.
• Support project testing, commissioning, punch-list clearance, and handover activities.
• Participate in progress meetings and coordinate with stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure all construction activities are completed in accordance with project schedule, budget, and quality expectations.

Skills

Planning

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Construction, or related Engineering

Job description

Wood invites an experienced PMC Specialist Construction Engineer to lead on-site construction oversight, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance for major oil, gas, and energy projects at a UAE site.

The role requires 15+ years in construction management, EPC/PMC experience, and strong planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills. Competitive package includes extensive benefits and development opportunities with Wood’s Energy team.