Construction Specialist (OnsCon)

McDermott; Doha; On-site; QAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott in Doha, Qatar seeks a Construction Specialist to apply their conceptual knowledge of onshore construction and solve straightforward problems under guidance. You will oversee onshore projects from concept to completion, manage schedules and budgets, coordinate with clients and contractors, and ensure safe, compliant delivery.

A civil engineering or construction management degree and 3–5+ years in EPCI onshore work are preferred, with strong communication and attention to detail in a

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in onshore construction management within the EPCI industry.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as civil engineering, construction management, or similar.
• Experience overseeing projects in the oil and gas, renewable energy, or power generation sectors is preferred.
• Excellent project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, techniques, and technologies, and the ability to apply them effectively to onshore construction projects.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and safety requirements in the EPCI industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onshore construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and budgets, updating stakeholders regularly.
• Coordinate construction activities with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers for safe, efficient delivery.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and identify issues affecting schedule, budget, or quality.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and quality requirements.
• Manage procurement of materials, equipment, and services align with project needs and budgets.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on project status and issues.
• Contribute to development and implementation of safety protocols on EPCI sites.

Skills

Onshore construction

Project scheduling

Budget management

Stakeholder coordination

Regulatory compliance

Safety protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we’ve forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably.

For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.

Job Description

Job Overview:

The Construction Specialist applies their conceptual knowledge of Construction and, with a moderate level of guidance and direction from colleagues and leadership, is responsible for solving a range of straightforward construction problems. They will be responsible for analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures and building knowledge of the company, processes, and customers. The Construction Specialist understands key business drivers and applies this knowledge to solve problems in straightforward situations by analyzing possible solutions using technical experience, judgment, and precedents.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Oversee onshore construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring that all work is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and budgets, and ensure that they are regularly updated and communicated to all stakeholders
• Coordinate all construction activities with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, to ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standards
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and identify any issues that may impact the project schedule, budget, or quality
• Ensure that all construction work conforms to all applicable regulations, standards, and quality requirements
• Manage the procurement of construction materials, equipment, and services in accordance with project requirements, budgets, and schedules
• Provide regular reports to senior management on the progress and status of the project, including any issues that may require their attention
• Contribute to the development and implementation of safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment on EPCI project sites

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in onshore construction management within the EPCI industry
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as civil engineering, construction management, or similar
• Experience overseeing projects in the oil and gas, renewable energy, or power generation sectors is preferred
• Excellent project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Strong understanding of construction methods, techniques, and technologies, and the ability to apply them effectively to onshore construction projects
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and safety requirements in the EPCI industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment