Construction Specialist (OnsCon)

McDermott International, Ltd; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd. is seeking a Construction Specialist to lead onshore construction projects within the EPCI sector.

You will manage schedules, budgets, and resources, coordinating with clients, contractors and suppliers to ensure safe, timely delivery and compliance with quality standards. The role emphasizes site visits, issue resolution, and development of safety protocols in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in onshore construction management within the EPCI industry.
• Excellent project management skills with track record of delivering on time and within budget.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards and safety requirements in EPCI.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onshore construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and budgets, and keep stakeholders updated.
• Coordinate construction activities with clients, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers for safety and efficiency.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and address issues affecting schedule, budget, or quality.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and quality requirements.
• Manage procurement of materials, equipment, and services per project needs and timelines.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on project progress and issues.
• Contribute to safety protocol development and implementation on EPCI project sites.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory and safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Construction management degree or similar

Job description

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

About Us

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