Construction Division Manager

NES Fircroft; Oman; On-site; OMR 38,450 - 53,830; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Construction Division Manager for a long-term LNG project in Sohar, Oman. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the planning and execution of construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets are met.

The role involves managing contractors and subcontractors, aligning with company standards, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. With over 12 years of experience required, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant industrial projects.

Qualifications

• 12+ years experience in Oil & Gas construction/projects.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership/management role.
• Expertise in fabrication, construction, and commissioning processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of construction & fabrication activities ensuring project delivery.
• Act as site focal point for HSE, driving safety culture.
• Provide monthly progress reports including KPIs, charts, and analysis.

Skills

EPC project execution

Contractor management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Sciences

Job description

Hiring: Construction Division Manager (Oil & Gas / LNG)

Location: Sohar, Oman (Onshore Project Site)
Contract: Long-Term Project
Industry: Oil & Gas / LNG

Work Schedule & Setup

• 100% Onshore
• Rotation: 12 Weeks ON / 2 Weeks OFF
• 6 Days/Week
• 8–10 Hours/Day

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Construction Division Manager to lead planning, preparation, and execution of construction activities for a major LNG project. The role ensures deliverables meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets, while driving constructability excellence and maintaining strong coordination across stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead execution of construction & fabrication activities ensuring project delivery within scope, budget, and timeline
• Act as site focal point for HSE, driving safety culture and compliance
• Manage fabrication activities of compression platforms up to sailaway
• Oversee contractors and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with company’s PM systems and standards
• Monitor project schedule, identify delays, and implement recovery/contingency plans
• Ensure strong coordination between Operations, Logistics, and Contractors
• Drive implementation of Management of Change (MOC) and lessons learned
• Ensure compliance with construction execution plans, specifications, and procedures
• Provide monthly progress reports including KPIs, charts, and analysis
• Identify fabrication risks and propose mitigation strategies
• Foster collaboration and maintain strong stakeholder relationships

Key Challenges

• Managing complex interfaces between multiple stakeholders
• Ensuring alignment across onsite execution teams and corporate functions
• Delivering large-scale fabrication scope under strict HSE and schedule constraints

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Sciences
• 12+ years experience in Oil & Gas construction/projects
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership/management role
• Strong EPC project execution and contractor management experience
• Expertise in fabrication, construction, and commissioning processes
• Knowledge of LNG, sour gas, and offshore/onshore facilities
• Proven track record in project delivery and safety performance
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills