Senior I&C Construction Manager

Avanceon Middle East & South Asia; Doha; On-site; QAR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation and control solutions provider in Qatar is seeking an experienced I&C Construction Lead. The role involves overseeing instrumentation, control, and automation installation across multiple project sites, while managing site teams and subcontractors to ensure quality and safety standards are met. Candidates should have at least 12-14 years of relevant experience and a degree in Electrical or Instrumentation engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-14 years of field experience in I&C installation and supervision.
• Proven experience leading site teams and managing subcontractors.
• Solid understanding of HSE and quality control practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all I&C installation work on-site across multiple projects.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and engineers to ensure project execution.
• Monitor project budgets and control costs while maintaining quality.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Automation systems

Site reporting skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation

Job description

Company Overview

Avanceon Automation & Control is Qatar’s leading automation and control solutions provider, delivering cutting-edge projects across Oil & Gas, Utilities, and Industrial sectors. We pride ourselves on technical excellence, innovative solutions, and delivering projects on time, within budget, and with measurable commercial outcomes.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced I&C construction Lead to oversee all Instrumentation, Control, Automation, containment and Cabling installation activities across multiple project sites. This is a field-focused role responsible for supervising site teams, managing subcontractors, ensuring timely execution, and maintaining safety, quality, and budget compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all I&C installation work on-site across multiple projects.
• Lead site supervisors, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure work is executed according to project schedules, plans, and design specifications.
• Prepare daily progress reports, monitor work execution, and report constraints, risks, and delays to Project Managers.
• Monitor material usage on site, raise material demands, and ensure timely availability of resources.
• Conduct site surveys and provide accurate field information to the design and engineering teams.
• Ensure alignment between design documents and on-site conditions to avoid rework and delays.
• Develop work execution plans, manpower schedules, and task allocation for site teams.
• Monitor project budgets and assist in controlling costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Enforce strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations, conduct safety audits and toolbox talks.
• Ensure quality of installation work, testing, and commissioning activities, following project and company standards.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and problem-solving support to site teams and subcontractors.
• Facilitate coordination between on-site teams, design, procurement, and engineering departments to resolve field-related issues.
• Review and verify site reports, as-built documentation, and handover packages.
• Evaluate subcontractor performance and enforce accountability for deliverables.
• Ensure approvals of inspections of works performed through RFI’s

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 12-14 years of field experience in I&C installation and supervision in industrial, Infrastructure, construction projects.
• Proven experience leading site teams and managing subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation, automation systems, cabling, and on-site installation standards.
• Excellent site reporting, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of HSE, quality control, and field risk management practices.
• Ability to conduct site surveys, interpret drawings, and communicate requirements effectively to design teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.

Preferred

• Experience with projects under local Qatari authorities and organizations, including:
  • Ashghal (Public Works Authority) – Drainage & Water Projects
  • Qatar Foundation – Utilities & Construction Projects
  • Kahramaa – Electrical & Water Infrastructure Projects
  • Experience with other local authorities such as MME (Ministry of Municipality & Environment), Qatar Rail, or Lusail Development is an advantage.
• Qatar Resident visa and driving license is preferred.