JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Lead Project Engineer for one of our key clients in Abu Dhabi as part of our Project Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.

Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be office client based with a possibility of onshore site based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Controls Manager with a proven track record in robust cost and schedule management, ideally coming from a cost control background, to take on a high value portfolio of projects for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

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 have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonisation and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• 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 of the hard work, dedication and many years' service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our 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

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job purpose & Scope:

• Provides complete technical support on project management matters related to the Project and ensure that they are meeting the
• Project HSE, quality, schedule and cost objectives.
• Scope covers all activities related to this portion of the Project from Contract award through engineering, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and hand over to Operations at Site.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing the support on Project Management activities to the Project team throughout all phases of project execution on management matters related to the allocated portions of the Project scope.
• Responsible for delivery of all systems (equipment & facilities) from design to hand over meeting all Project objectives.
• Develops EPC Scope of Work and supports EPC tendering activities.
• Prepares gate deliverables in accordance with ADNOC Value Assurance Process (VAP).
• Works in close co-ordination with Project Manager for the supervision of the Integrated Project Management Team to ensure that the project objectives are meet. Reports regularly to the Project Manager on Project status, critical issues and areas of concern that may affect performance targets and Project objectives.
• Ensures project compliance with HSE requirements, meeting HSE performance targets during all phases of the project and works with HSE to ensure that Contractors comply with Company HSE policies, procedures. rules & regulations during execution.
• Manages the Project Engineers team comprising of Project Engineers to ensure that they perform to their optimum potential, meet their objectives effectively and prioritizes work load
• Stewards the activities of Contractor in liaison with the Project Engineers to ensure that the Project is executed in accordance with the Contract, Company's technical and contractual requirements.
• Monitors Contractor efforts in managing interfaces with other EPC Contractors, ADNOC Offshore Groups/Departments, other operating Companies and provides guidance as required.
• Contributes to the development and definition of project execution strategies, scope of work, schedule and budgetary cost estimates to ensure that the Project is properly planned, meets user requirements and overall execution plans.
• Monitors Project Team activities to ensure that contractor critical subcontracts are awarded and executed according to the project schedule, quality and cost
• Provides support on Contract Administration duties to ensure that Consultants and Contractors are effectively and efficiently administered including monitoring of financial expenditure
• Attends Weekly and Monthly Progress Review Meetings with Contractors and other meetings at Sites on a regular basis
• Participates in Management meetings and disseminate information.
• Participates in Project Risk Assessments to ensure that risks to the Project are identified on time, mitigations are planned and properly managed.
• Ensures proper management of change. Assists in evaluation of Contractors' claims, recommendations to accept/ reject/ negotiate and final Change Order submissions for approval in accordance with Management of Change Procedure.
• Ensures compliance with close-out procedures, submission of project as-built documentation, material reconciliation, close-out reports and documentation of lessons learnt.
• Interfaces with Consultants and Third Party Inspection Agencies for the effective execution of the Project.
• Coordination with all stakeholders to obtain the correct inputs, effective co-ordination and interface management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Expected:

• Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
• Good understanding of Project management elements and standards including Contract terms and conditions
• Minimum 15+ years' experience in the Oil and Gas Industry (Upstream) or other related industrial experience
• At least 8-10 years in Project Management handling logically inter-related major projects
• Prior experience of working with EPC Contractors / Operating Company /Engineering consultants
• Good knowledge of engineering, fabrication, construction, planning, resource allocation, Contract management and administrative functions.
• Good knowledge of international codes and standards related to the oil and gas industry.
• Fluency in English with good communication skills.
• Computer literate.

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises 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 the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): 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.