PMC Construction Manager

Role Overview

PMC Construction Manager at Wood PLC, Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Manager with a proven track record in overseeing and coordinating construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to required quality and safety standards for a high-profile client.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonisation and electrification markets.

Role Purpose

To oversee and manage construction and contractor-related deliverables on a PMC offshore project, supervising all areas on small projects or a subset/discipline on larger projects, and ensuring execution in accordance with contract requirements, company operating policies and principles, quality standards, cost controls, and safety and environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop detailed plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies to ensure smooth project execution.
• Manage and execute 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.
• Supervise all areas on small projects and/or a subset/discipline on larger projects.
• Manage installation, commissioning and completion activities of materials and equipment.
• Coordinate field personnel work schedules to maximize utilization and ensure work is delivered on schedule.
• Monitor work progress and report against the plan.

Cost & Schedule Management

• Monitor expenses, prevent overspending, and ensure financial efficiency throughout the project.
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned disciplines/subset of onsite construction.

Quality & Standards

• Maintain high construction standards, adhere to regulations, and conduct regular inspections.
• Ensure execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project.

Safety, Health & Environment

• Identify potential risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure workplace safety.
• 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.
• Implement eco-friendly practices and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to align project goals and expectations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent level of site experience in a senior role.
• Professional Engineer accreditation preferred.
• Minimum of twenty (20) years of previous Construction management experience on large oil and gas offshore development projects.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work with people across a diversity of cultures.

Additional Information

• Location: Abu Dhabi office. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based in Abu Dhabi.
• 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 at 5 year service milestones.
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of the industry, shaping the standards of the 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.
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Wood is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.