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, known for superior standards of performance and creating value through the execution of complex EPC projects worldwide.

Role Purpose

Oversee all fabrication shop activities including structural steel, piping spools, skids, and equipment supports, ensuring compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, welding procedures, and ADNOC standards while maintaining HSE requirements and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Fabrication Operations

• 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 and take corrective actions to meet targets.
• Manage subcontractors and shop supervisors to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Handle large fabrication yards and manage multiple concurrent work fronts.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, welding procedures (WPS), and ADNOC standards.
• Ensure all inspection and testing requirements (NDT, dimensional checks, etc.) are completed before dispatch.
• Participate in client inspections and audits and ensure readiness for third-party inspections.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of welding processes, NDT methods, and quality control procedures.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, planning, and construction teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Communicate effectively with multiple teams to resolve problems and maintain project momentum.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure strict implementation of HSE standards and safe working practices within the fabrication yard.

Material Management

• Oversee material control, traceability, and storage to prevent shortages or delays.
• Manage material management and procurement coordination.

Cost & Resource Management

• Control fabrication costs and optimize manpower and resource allocation.
• 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.
• Welding inspection certification (CSWIP or AWS) is an advantage.
• Relevant HSE training preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of ASME, API, AWS, and ADNOC standards.
• In-depth knowledge of welding processes, NDT methods, and quality control procedures.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of material management and procurement coordination.