PMC Construction Engineer - Piping

Role Overview

PMC Construction Engineer - Piping with Wood PLC for an ADNOC Onshore client. The position is based onshore in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Company Overview

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business delivers large and complex projects for national and international energy companies. The business is the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions in oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids, and decarbonization and electrification markets. The organization is committed to steady and predictable delivery across Energy Sector clients globally.

Role Purpose

Oversee and coordinate piping construction activities on behalf of the Project Management Consultant, ensuring all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, quality standards, schedule requirements, and applicable codes and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Supervision

• Monitor and supervise piping construction activities performed by EPC contractors.
• Ensure piping installation is carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, procedures, and project requirements.
• Review construction work packs, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Participate in inspections and witness critical construction activities.

Compliance & Standards

• Verify contractor compliance with project HSE requirements and permit-to-work systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including ASME B31.3, ASME Section IX, API standards, project specifications, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with project HSE procedures and local regulations.

Quality & Testing

• Monitor welding, NDT, hydrotesting, flushing, reinstatement, and mechanical completion activities.
• Review and close punch-list items related to piping systems.

Coordination

• Coordinate piping activities with civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and commissioning teams.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Resolve construction-related technical issues in coordination with engineering disciplines.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.

Progress & Performance Monitoring

• Monitor contractor productivity and construction progress.
• Identify potential delays and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly progress meetings.
• Review contractor schedules and work plans.
• Prepare daily and weekly construction reports.
• Review contractor reports and progress updates.
• Track and report construction KPIs.

Safety & Health

• Promote a strong safety culture across all construction activities.
• Conduct site safety inspections and participate in toolbox talks.
• Support incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions.

Documentation

• Maintain records of inspections, testing, and construction activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, or energy projects.
• Minimum 5 years in PMC or Owner's Engineer roles.
• Extensive experience in onshore facilities and offplot infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in piping construction, testing, and mechanical completion.
• Experience working on large EPC/PMC projects in the Middle East preferred.

Additional Information

• Medical Insurance covering inpatient and outpatient medical care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance providing Life Assurance cover.
• End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law.
• Employee Share Plan offering the opportunity to purchase Wood shares with company matching.
• Long Service Award recognizing commitment and loyalty at 5-year service milestones.
• Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored development plans.
• Access to global connections and experts leading the industry.
• Energy Transition Academy providing community of experts sharing knowledge on existing and emerging energy systems.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across the business.