Senior Construction Supervisor – Civil

Role Overview

Senior Construction Supervisor – Civil at KBR, based on an Abu Dhabi Site for a PMC project. The role requires onshore site project experience in MEGA EPC projects.

Company Overview

KBR is a team of teams delivering future-forward science, technology, and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives while achieving sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle, including world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Role Purpose

The Senior Construction Supervisor – Civil is responsible for supervising and coordinating all civil construction activities related to oil and gas projects, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and approved schedules. The role oversees contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel during all phases of construction.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Management

• Supervise and coordinate all civil construction activities, including earthworks and grading, foundations and concrete structures, structural steel foundations, roads and paving works, drainage and underground utilities, and buildings and infrastructure associated with oil and gas facilities.
• Ensure construction activities are performed according to approved drawings, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Monitor daily construction progress and prepare progress reports.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, Health, Safety and Environment, Procurement, and Project Controls teams.

Site Supervision

• Lead and direct contractors and subcontractors to achieve project objectives.
• Verify manpower, equipment, and materials are available to support construction schedules.
• Conduct daily site inspections and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Resolve field issues and coordinate technical queries with engineering teams.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Promote a strong safety culture across the project site.
• Ensure compliance with company Health, Safety and Environment policies and client requirements.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Stop unsafe work practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Quality Assurance & Control

• Ensure all civil works comply with approved Inspection and Test Plans.
• Coordinate inspections with Quality Assurance/Quality Control personnel and client representatives.
• Review and verify work completion records and punch list items.
• Monitor corrective actions related to quality non-conformances.

Planning & Reporting

• Track construction progress against approved schedules.
• Identify construction risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Participate in weekly and monthly progress meetings.
• Review contractor performance and productivity.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities as required.
• Support project handovers, commissioning, and closeout activities.
• Ensure all project documentation is properly maintained and updated.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10–15 years of civil construction experience.
• At least 5–8 years in a supervisory role within Oil and Gas, Engineering, Procurement and Construction, Petrochemical, Refinery, Liquefied Natural Gas, Offshore, or Onshore projects.
• Proven experience in brownfield and greenfield construction projects.
• Experience working with international clients such as ADNOC, Saudi Aramco, QatarEnergy, PDO, Shell, BP, or similar is preferred.
• Professional certifications related to construction management are advantageous.
• Valid Health, Safety and Environment certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of international standards including ASCE, ACI, ASTM, BS Standards, and API requirements where applicable.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction procedures.
• Familiarity with civil Quality Assurance/Quality Control requirements and inspection processes.
• Knowledge of project scheduling and reporting tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office and construction management software.
• Leadership and team management.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Decision-making capability.
• Conflict resolution and stakeholder management.
• Commitment to safety and quality excellence.

Additional Information

Key Performance Indicators include construction progress achievement against schedule, safety performance and compliance, quality compliance and reduction of rework, productivity and resource utilization, timely closure of punch list items, and successful project delivery within scope and budget.