PMC Commissioning Manager

Role Overview

PMC Commissioning Manager at Wood PLC. The role leads, manages, and assures all commissioning and start-up activities for major offshore oil & gas, marine, or energy projects on behalf of the Project Management Consultant (PMC).

Company Overview

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business delivers large and complex projects for national and international energy companies globally. The business is a 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. The company is committed to steady and predictable delivery with experienced teams and a proven delivery model.

Role Purpose

The Commissioning Manager ensures safe, efficient, and compliant execution of pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and handover to operations while acting as the vital bridge between construction completion and safe, seamless asset handover to operations. The role coordinates closely with EPC contractors, operators, and multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring full compliance with ADNOC technical standards, schedule milestones, and Health, Safety, and Environment targets.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage the offshore commissioning team, including discipline leads, vendor specialists, and EPC contractor personnel.
• Develop and execute overall commissioning strategies, execution plans, staffing plans, and methodologies.
• Ensure all commissioning activities align with PMC obligations, client expectations, project schedule, and HSE requirements.

Planning & Coordination

• Review and approve commissioning philosophies, procedures, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), system completion plans, and turnover packages submitted by EPC contractors.
• Define system boundaries, completion sub-systems, and sequencing for pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up.
• Coordinate interface management between engineering, construction, operations, and HSE teams.
• Ensure all required materials, tools, test equipment, and vendor representatives are available onsite.

Execution & Technical Oversight

• Provide expert oversight of mechanical completion, FAT/SAT activities, loop checks, dynamic testing, and performance trials.
• Monitor readiness for offshore commissioning and ensure punch list management, permitting, and SIMOPS compliance.
• Ensure integrity and reliability of critical equipment and safety systems, including ESD, F&G, process, electrical, instrumentation, and rotating machinery.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and ensure timely technical resolution.

HSE & Quality Assurance

• Enforce strict adherence to offshore HSE regulations, Permit to Work systems, and company safety protocols.
• Champion safety leadership during all commissioning operations, ensuring zero-incident performance.
• Verify compliance with international codes, standards, and client specifications.

Documentation & Handover

• Oversee the development and quality assurance of commissioning dossiers, test records, red-line drawings, and system completion documentation.
• Ensure all commissioning and start-up documentation meets project turnover requirements for Ready For Start-Up (RFSU)/Ready For Operations (RFO) and final handover to operations.
• Lead the operational readiness and training programs for client operations teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Process, or related field) mandatory.
• Minimum 20 years' experience in commissioning and start-up of offshore oil & gas or energy facilities.
• At least 5 to 7 years' experience in a similar role in Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
• Previous commissioning experience on major projects.
• Previous PMC experience on major offshore EPC/EPCI or brownfield/greenfield projects.
• Strong background in offshore platforms, FPSOs, subsea systems, utilities, and marine systems.
• Proven track record managing large multi-disciplinary commissioning teams.
• Previous experience in activities related to the Modularization of Process equipment.
• Previous experience in activities involving Gas Compressors (VFD) and Package Equipment.
• Valid offshore certifications (BOSIET/FOET, Medical, HUET).

Skills & Competencies

• Thorough understanding of system completion tools (ICAPS/MCPlus/WinPCS/PCS) and international commissioning standards.
• Expert technical expertise in offshore systems and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership capability and multi-disciplinary team management.

Additional Information

• 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.
• Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company.
• Long Service Award: Wood celebrates Long Service at 5-year service milestones to demonstrate appreciation of hard work, dedication, and years of service.
• 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 knowledge and gaining exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems, delivered by experts in their field.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Wood is an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across the business.
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure rewarding at the right level in line with the market.