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Title Construction Manager (Artificial Island) – Offshore Topside PMC Project Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!
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Construction Manager (Artificial Island) – Offshore Topside PMC Project
***Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!***
***The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.
KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle.
These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.***
KBR Abu Dhabi is currently looking to fill a position of
Construction Manager
for an
Offshore Topside Project
to be based in
Office for some time and then move to Offshore Site on 6 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation cycle.
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead and oversee all civil and underground infrastructure construction activities for a major oil & gas top side facilities installation on artificial island.
The role will be responsible for managing execution, safety, quality, schedule, and coordination of complex land-based civil works, including piling, foundations, trenching, underground utilities, cable laying, and associated infrastructure installation.
The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in large-scale infrastructure construction projects and demonstrate the ability to manage multidisciplinary construction teams in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- ***Construction Management***
- Lead all onsite construction activities related to civil and underground infrastructure works.
- Manage construction execution in accordance with project schedules, specifications, drawings, and HSE requirements.
- Coordinate daily activities of contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and site supervision teams.
- Ensure efficient deployment of manpower, equipment, and materials.
Civil & Underground Scope Oversight
- Manage And Supervise Works Including But Not Limited To
- Piling and deep foundation systems
- Excavation and trenching activities
- Underground utility installation
- HDPE, GRP, ductile iron, and reinforced concrete piping systems
- Stormwater, sewer, potable water, and drainage networks
- Electrical and communication duct banks
- MV/LV cable laying and underground cable installations
- Road subgrade and civil infrastructure interfaces
- Review and monitor construction schedules and recovery plans.
- Coordinate interfaces between civil, MEP, utility, and infrastructure packages.
- Participate in constructability reviews and work sequencing.
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure all works comply with project specifications, quality standards, and local authority regulations.
- Review and approve method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and construction procedures.
- Support QA/QC teams in inspections and resolution of non-conformance reports (NCRs).
Health, Safety & Environment
- Promote and enforce a strong HSE culture across all site activities.
- Ensure compliance with all project HSE policies and procedures.
- Participate in risk assessments and toolbox talks.
Reporting
- Monitor productivity and progress.
- Prepare weekly and monthly construction progress reports for senior management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering.
Experience
- Minimum 12–15 years of construction experience in major infrastructure projects.
- Proven experience managing civil and underground utility works on large-scale developments.
- Strong knowledge of underground utility systems, foundation works, and heavy civil construction methodologies.
- Experience working in the Middle East/GCC region is an advantage.
Leadership Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent coordination and stakeholder management abilities.
- Problem-solving and decision-making capability under demanding project conditions.
- Effective communication and reporting skills.
Job Details
Role Level: Not Applicable Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Company Website: http://careers.kbr.com Job Function: Project Management Company Industry/
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