Lead Construction Mechanical Engineer - Oil & Gas

Hudson Manpower; Dammam; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Manpower is seeking an experienced Construction Mechanical Engineer in Saudi Arabia to oversee mechanical construction activities for oil, gas, petrochemical and refinery projects. You will coordinate with project teams to ensure safe, on-time execution per drawings, specs and schedules.

The role requires minimum 8 years’ experience, a mechanical engineering degree, and strong English communication. Saudi/GCC experience and shutdown/turnaround exposure are highly valued for successful

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Mechanical Construction.
• Strong experience in Oil & Gas / Petrochemical / Refinery projects.
• Relevant Mechanical Engineering qualification.
• Strong hands-on experience in mechanical construction and site execution.
• Shutdown & Turnaround experience is highly preferred.
• Experience in equipment installation, piping, mechanical systems, and associated construction activities.
• Candidates with Saudi Arabia / GCC experience will be preferred.
• Good knowledge of construction procedures, specifications, drawings, and safety requirements.
• Strong coordination, supervision, and problem-solving skills.
• Good English communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical construction and installation activities at project sites.
• Ensure execution of mechanical works as per drawings, specifications, method statements, and project schedules.
• Coordinate with Construction Managers, Planning, Engineering, QA/QC, HSE, Procurement, and subcontractor teams.
• Monitor daily construction progress and ensure activities are completed within the planned schedule.
• Supervise mechanical installation activities including equipment installation, piping, valves, pumps, compressors, tanks, and related mechanical systems.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, material requirements, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and ensure proper allocation of manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Monitor site activities and resolve technical and construction-related issues in coordination with engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, specifications, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspections, testing, and completion of mechanical works.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, and site safety standards.
• Participate in site meetings, progress meetings, and coordination meetings with clients and contractors.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly construction progress reports.
• Identify potential delays and coordinate with the planning team for corrective and recovery actions.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, shutdown, turnaround, and maintenance activities where applicable.
• Ensure proper documentation, punch-list clearance, as-built information, and project handover activities.

Skills

Coordination

Supervision

Problem solving

English communication

Site execution

Turnaround experience

Saudi/GCC experience

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Hudson Manpower is seeking an experienced Construction Mechanical Engineer in Saudi Arabia to oversee mechanical construction activities for oil, gas, petrochemical and refinery projects. You will coordinate with project teams to ensure safe, on-time execution per drawings, specs and schedules.

The role requires minimum 8 years’ experience, a mechanical engineering degree, and strong English communication. Saudi/GCC experience and shutdown/turnaround exposure are highly valued for successful