Fabrication Manager

Role Overview

Fabrication Manager at Archirodon Group N.V. Leading all fabrication shop operations for a respected international EPC contractor executing complex projects worldwide.

Company Overview

Archirodon is an established international contractor with more than half a century of experience in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market. The company executes complex EPC projects worldwide and is recognized for superior standards of performance.

Role Purpose

Own all fabrication shop activities including structural steel, piping spools, skids, and equipment supports. Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, welding procedures, and ADNOC standards while maintaining HSE excellence and delivering projects on schedule and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Scheduling

• Lead and manage all fabrication shop activities including structural steel, piping spools, skids, and equipment supports.
• Develop and implement fabrication schedules aligned with overall project timelines.
• Monitor fabrication progress and productivity; take corrective actions to meet targets.
• Handle large fabrication yards and multiple concurrent work fronts.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, welding procedures (WPS), and ADNOC standards.
• Ensure strict implementation of HSE standards and safe working practices within the fabrication yard.
• Ensure all inspection and testing requirements (NDT, dimensional checks, etc.) are completed before dispatch.
• Monitor compliance with ASME, API, AWS, and ADNOC standards.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, planning, and construction teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Participate in client inspections and audits; ensure readiness for third-party inspections.
• Manage subcontractors and shop supervisors to maintain quality and efficiency.

Materials & Resources

• Oversee material control, traceability, and storage to prevent shortages or delays.
• Control fabrication costs and optimize manpower and resource allocation.
• Coordinate material management and procurement.

Reporting

• Prepare weekly and monthly fabrication progress reports for management review.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering (preferred).
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with extensive experience may be considered.
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in fabrication for Oil & Gas or EPC projects.
• At least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory fabrication role.
• Proven experience managing structural steel and piping fabrication works.
• ADNOC project experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of ASME, API, AWS, and ADNOC standards.
• In-depth knowledge of welding processes, NDT methods, and quality control procedures.
• Welding inspection certification (CSWIP or AWS) is an advantage.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of material management and procurement coordination.

Additional Information

• Relevant HSE training is preferred.