Senior Construction Engineer – AWP

Job Description

The Role

Our Clients And Projects

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

The Key Objectives For This Role Are

• Assures the quality and integrity of each project, bringing projects in on schedule and within budget. Using in-house construction management procedures and experience, provide continuity and consistency of construction management with quality assurance and reliable control
• Oversees total construction field effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, specifications, budgets and schedules
• Oversees total construction field effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, specifications, budgets and schedules. Generally responsible for projects or subset of project with value above USD 500 million

Key Accountabilities And Responsibilities

• Responsible for construction and contractor related deliverables
• Supervises all areas on small projects and / or a subset / discipline on larger projects
• Responsible for management and execution of multiple field disciplines or a subset of assigned construction project(s) in accordance with the requirements of the contract between the company and the client, and in accordance with the company’s operating policies and principles
• Responsible for execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned disciplines / subset of on site construction
• Management of installation, commissioning and completion activities of materials and equipment
• Coordinates field personnel work schedules to maximise utilisation and ensure work is delivered on schedule
• Ability to monitor work progress and report against the plan
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental responsibilities and accountabilities have been defined and communicated to workers engaged within their area(s) of control
• Ensure all workers within their area(s) of control receive appropriate training to perform their work in a safe, legal and competent manner including any Health and Safety and site-specific inductions
• Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirements
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned discipline / subset of on site construction. Utilise Commercial processes to capture variations effectively
• Coordinate supply and delivery of equipment, subcontractors, consumables, accommodation and other project-specific requirements, in accordance with client/contract document specifications and in accordance with Wood Policies & Procedures
• Understand and manage the industrial relations environment impacting the site and report any issues as required
• Works with engineering in the design phases to influence the design for optimum constructability

Skills And Qualifications

Expected

• Degree with a minimum of 15 years Oil and Gas industry experience, including at least 5 years on major capital projects, (> 500 M USD) with Construction Management and Site Management focus
• Experience within an Oil and Gas operating company is also highly desired and may be considered in lieu of capital project experience
• Must have excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, with a strong command of the English language.
• Must be willing to travel extensively for multi-week periods and have the flexibility to adjust work location to support project needs
• Must be qualified to obtain a CICPA and a UAE work visa

About Us

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