PMC Senior Construction Engineer, Civil
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About the Role
Wood seeks a PMC Senior Construction Engineer (Civil) for an ADNOC Onshore project in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee civil construction activities, supervise EPC contractors, and ensure safe, on-schedule execution.
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Responsibilities
- Supervise and monitor onshore civil and structural construction works including earthworks, foundations, concrete structures, roads, buildings, drainage, and underground utilities
- Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project schedules
- Coordinate daily site activities with EPC contractors, subcontractors, and other discipline teams
- Review contractor construction plans, work methodologies, schedules, and resource mobilization
- Track construction progress and report deviations, risks, and mitigation plans to PMC Construction Manager
- Interface with engineering, procurement, HSE, and commissioning teams
- Ensure implementation of approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
- Review and approve work inspection requests (WIRs) and site technical queries
- Enforce strict adherence to project HSE policies and procedures
- Maintain accurate site records, daily reports, and progress updates
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 15 years of experience in civil construction
- At least 5 7 years in a PMC or consultant role
- Proven experience on onshore oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery, or large industrial projects
- Strong knowledge of civil and structural construction practices
- Familiarity with international codes and standards (ACI, BS, ASTM, Eurocodes, etc.)
- Experience with project scheduling tools and construction reporting systems
- Strong leadership and site coordination skills
- Excellent communication and reporting abilities
- Ability to manage multiple contractors and work under tight schedules
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Job Description
- We are currently recruiting for PMC Senior Construction Engineer, Civil role to support our ADNOC Onshore project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
- Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at onshore site in Abu Dhabi.
The Role
- The Senior Construction Engineer (Civil) is responsible for overseeing and managing all civil construction activities on ADNOC Onshore projects, ensuring safe, on schedule, within budget execution, and compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, and HSE requirements.
- The role represents the PMC in supervising EPC Contractors during site execution.
Construction Management
- Supervise and monitor onshore civil and structural construction works including earthworks, foundations, concrete structures, roads, buildings, drainage, and underground utilities.
- Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project schedules.
- Coordinate daily site activities with EPC contractors, subcontractors, and other discipline teams.
Project Control & Coordination
- Review contractor construction plans, work methodologies, schedules, and resource mobilization.
- Track construction progress and report deviations, risks, and mitigation plans to the PMC Construction Manager.
- Interface with engineering, procurement, HSE, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless execution.
Quality Assurance & Control
- Ensure implementation of approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Review and approve work inspection requests (WIRs) and site technical queries related to civil works.
- Ensure materials and workmanship meet project quality requirements and international standards.
HSE Compliance
- Enforce strict adherence to project HSE policies, procedures, and local regulatory requirements.
- Participate in toolbox talks, safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments.
- Stop unsafe work practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Contractor Management
- Supervise contractor performance and productivity on site.
- Identify construction issues and resolve them in coordination with contractors and engineering teams.
- Review contractor progress reports and verify quantities for progress measurement.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate site records, daily reports, and progress updates.
- Support preparation of weekly and monthly construction progress reports.
- Review and contribute to as built documentation and final handover dossiers.
Expected Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in civil construction, with at least 5 7 years in a PMC or consultant role.
- Proven experience on onshore oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery, or large industrial projects.
- Strong knowledge of civil and structural construction practices.
- Familiarity with international codes and standards (ACI, BS, ASTM, Eurocodes, etc.).
- Experience with project scheduling tools and construction reporting systems.
- Strong leadership and site coordination skills.
- Excellent communication and reporting abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple contractors and work under tight schedules.
- Onshore project site based role.
- May require extended site presence and rotation schedules.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Medical Insurance.
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance.
- End of Service Gratuity.
- Employee Share Plan.
- Long Service Award.
- Commitment to continued professional development.
- Global connections.
- Energy Transition Academy.
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