Construction Lead

Orion Engineering Services Limited; Doha; On-site; QAR 436,000 - 547,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company is looking for a Construction Lead on a contract basis in Qatar. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and extensive experience in the Oil & Gas industry. Responsibilities include managing construction phases and overseeing contractors. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects within the industry.

Qualifications

• 8 years’ experience in construction roles, including 4 years in the Oil & Gas Industry.
• 1 year of experience in a supervisory or acting role.
• Strong knowledge of EPC/EPCI process, codes (ASME, API).

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of project execution including start up and handover.
• Oversee technical issues and contractor personnel.
• Conduct constructability reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge

Project Execution Management

Scheduling Tools Proficiency

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Construction Lead – Contract Position

We have a current opportunity for a Construction Lead on a contract basis. The position will be based in Doha. For further information about this position please apply.

Position title: Construction Lead
Work hours per day: 5 days/week / 10 Hrs
Work Location: Qatar Onshore
Estimated Start Date: 1st week of February 2026
Contract Duration: 36 Months

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering.
• 8 years’ experience in construction roles, including 4 years in the Oil & Gas Industry, and including 1 year experience in a supervisory or acting role, or oversight of contractor/sub-contractors/ service/ vendor personnel.
• Extensive experience with Oil & Gas Companies, EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, or service companies involved in the oil and gas industry.
• Experienced and competent in managing across all phases of project execution including start up and handover and managing technical issues.
• Experience in berth design and Seabed dredging is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of EPC/EPCI process, codes (ASME, API), and constructability reviews, Risk assessments and Job safety analysis.
• Proficiency with construction scheduling tools (Primavera/MS Project), cost tracking, and quality systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software programs, etc.
• Deep knowledge of industry codes, standards and practices for civil discipline.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.