Senior Project Engineering Manager - ADNOC Group - Abu Dhabi, UAE

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 502,200 - 669,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive-level compensation

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to complex engineering initiatives

Job summary

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE seeks a Senior Project Engineering Manager to oversee multi-disciplinary projects in the oil and gas sector. Your role will encompass all project phases from design through commissioning, ensuring compliance with HSE standards while managing budgets and timelines.

This position requires a solid engineering background, extensive leadership experience, and a commitment to operational excellence. ADNOC offers competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement in a leading energy organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of professional experience in oil and gas project engineering and execution.
• At least 5 years leading multi-disciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, contract management, planning, and cost control.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Proven leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of HSE compliance and risk management in large-scale oil and gas projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage major multi-disciplinary oil and gas engineering projects from initiation to commissioning and handover.
• Provide technical input during conceptual development, design review, material specification, procurement, and contract tendering stages.
• Manage Project Management Consultants, contractors, and multinational project teams.
• Develop and execute project strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Direct project teams across all phases including engineering, procurement, construction, and start-up.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE standards and company procedures.
• Oversee budget control and authorization of expenditures.
• Lead pre-qualification of bidders and tender evaluations.
• Coordinate financial matters including forecasts and currency requirements.
• Monitor technical integrity of surface facilities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare weekly highlights and monthly progress reports.
• Participate in corporate committees providing subject matter expertise.
• Advise management on project completion timelines.

Skills

Oil and gas project management

Multi-disciplinary engineering coordination

Contract and procurement management

Budget and cost control

HSE compliance and safety leadership

Project planning and execution

Technical integrity management

Stakeholder and contractor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification

Job description

Senior Project Engineering Manager in Abu Dhabi, UAE leads multi-disciplinary engineering projects across ADNOC Group’s Oil & Energy facilities. This role oversees full project lifecycle execution from conceptual design through commissioning and handover, ensuring delivery within HSE, quality, cost, and schedule targets while aligning with shareholder and corporate standards.

Country: UAE | City: Abu Dhabi | Industry: Oil & Energy | Function: Project-Program Management | Salary: 45000-60000 monthly (Market estimated) | Gender: Any | Candidate Nationality: Any | Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage major multi-disciplinary oil and gas engineering projects from initiation to commissioning and handover.
• Provide technical input during conceptual development, design review, material specification, procurement, and contract tendering stages.
• Manage Project Management Consultants, contractors, and multinational project teams to ensure effective site supervision and administration.
• Develop and execute project strategies aligned with company objectives and shareholder guidelines.
• Direct project teams across all phases including engineering, procurement, construction, and start-up.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE standards, company procedures, and international engineering codes and practices.
• Oversee budget control, cost forecasting, and authorization of expenditures and variation orders.
• Lead pre-qualification of bidders, tender evaluations, and contractor performance assessments.
• Coordinate financial matters including forecasts, currency requirements, and project cost optimization.
• Monitor technical integrity of surface facilities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare weekly highlights and monthly progress reports covering engineering and construction activities.
• Participate in corporate committees and provide subject matter expertise in assigned fields.
• Advise management on project completion timelines and assist in start-up planning and operational readiness.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 12 years of professional experience in oil and gas project engineering and execution.
• At least 5 years leading multi-disciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, contract management, planning, and cost control.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Proven leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of HSE compliance and risk management in large-scale oil and gas projects.

Skills Set

• Oil and gas project management
• Multi-disciplinary engineering coordination
• Contract and procurement management
• Budget and cost control
• HSE compliance and safety leadership
• Project planning and execution
• Technical integrity management
• Stakeholder and contractor management

Why Join Us

• Lead large-scale oil and gas development projects in Abu Dhabi.
• Work within a high-impact leadership role in a leading Oil & Energy organization.
• Competitive executive-level compensation and career advancement opportunities.
• Exposure to complex engineering and field development initiatives.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

About the Company

ADNOC Group is a leading integrated energy company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Operating across exploration, production, refining, and distribution, ADNOC continues to deliver world-class Oil & Energy projects supporting global energy demand. With a focus on innovation, safety, and sustainable growth, ADNOC drives excellence in engineering and project management across its operations.