PMC Lead Structural Engineer

Role Overview

PMC Lead Structural Engineer with Wood PLC, supporting the ADNOC Offshore project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position is based at the client office in Abu Dhabi.

Company Overview

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

Role Purpose

Provide technical expertise in Civil and Structural Engineering design for the ADNOC Offshore project. Ensure design and engineering compliance with relevant codes and ADNOC standards, coordinate with EPC Contractors and discipline engineers, and deliver quality engineering execution within project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Compliance

• Provide technical expertise in all Civil and Structural design activities.
• Ensure design and engineering compliance with relevant codes and ADNOC standards.
• Perform regular and timely technical reviews of Civil and Structural Engineering deliverables developed by engineering consultants and contractors.
• Review and approve Engineering Consultant and EPC Contractor work to ensure compliance with ADNOC project specifications, relevant codes, standards, and best industry practices.
• Ensure design quality in compliance with relevant codes, standards, and best practices.
• Ensure facilities are designed in accordance with the latest corporate guidelines with respect to environment and health aspects.
• Ensure full utilization of existing facilities while optimizing facilities required for new projects.

Coordination and Integration

• Ensure integration of overall Civil and Structural Engineering within the IPMT Mechanical, Civil, and Structural Engineering Team.
• Coordinate, monitor, and handle Civil and Structural Engineering design and engineering with EPC Contractor as per project expectation and within the time frame.
• Provide technical assistance and coordination with other discipline engineers.
• Work with discipline engineers within IPMT, EPC Contractor, ADNOC Engineering, Operation, and Site Interface to resolve technical issues and ensure quality Discipline Engineering execution and integrity.
• Coordinate technical reviews and bid evaluation and performance evaluation.
• Interface regularly with Contractor's Engineering and Project Management team and discipline engineers as required.

Technical Analysis and Optimization

• Coordinate required engineering participation in the development and analysis of various design options and business models.
• Contribute input and expertise in the development and analysis of various design options and business models to design optimization and validation.
• Participate in teams for equipment sizing and equipment selection considering optimization and standardization.

Reviews and Workshops

• Participate in layout reviews, model reviews, design reviews, and technical workshops.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of Engineering Consultant and EPC Contractor Civil and Structural Engineering design activities.

Project Support

• Provide technical assistance during installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.
• Report to ADNOC Discipline Team Leader and Engineering Manager.
• Provide support to Project Managers and Engineers within the Project Management Team organization.
• Interface with Managers, Team Leaders, and Engineers in the Company's Technical Departments, Business Units, Operations Units, and Logistics Department.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in oil and gas industry.
• Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent technical team and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software.
• Ability to make independent decisions in the planning, organizing, and coordinating to develop solutions to complex problems.

Additional Information

• Medical Insurance: Inpatient and outpatient medical care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: Life Assurance cover provided by the company.
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit.
• The Employee Share Plan: Opportunity to purchase Wood shares with company match.
• Long Service Award: Recognition at 5-year service milestones.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored development plans.
• Energy Transition Academy: Community of experts sharing knowledge on existing and emerging energy systems.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across the business.
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure alignment with market rates.