JOB DESCRIPTION

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

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery with a proven track record in the delivering detailed package performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

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 organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration 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' services 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

Job Objective

• The Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery is accountable for managing post-order execution of engineered packages, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with contractual and project requirements, and alignment with Required on Site (ROS) dates. This role involves vendor documentation control, manufacturing progress monitoring, logistics coordination, technical issue resolution, inspections, and site readiness. The position requires close collaboration with vendors, internal and client engineering disciplines, QA/QC, procurement, and logistics teams to maintain quality standards and mitigate risks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Vendor Document Review:

• Coordinate multidisciplinary review of vendor documents (engineering, QA/QC, HSE) internally and with Client teams
• Understanding of the Key Vendor Documents, which will have a major impact on the delivery and prioritizing approval
• Ensure timely submission, review, and approval of vendor documentation per project schedule

Manufacturing Progress Monitoring:

• Track vendor manufacturing progress through expediting reports and factory visits
• Validate claimed progress against actual milestones; certify for payment purposes
• Escalate delays and implement corrective actions with vendors

Logistics Coordination:

• Develop and monitor delivery schedules to meet ROS dates
• Coordinate packing, shipping, and customs clearance with logistics teams
• Ensure compliance with Incoterms and project logistics requirements

Technical Issue Resolution:

• Liaise with engineering, QA/QC, and client teams to resolve technical and quality issues
• Communicate resolutions to vendors and ensure timely implementation

Inspection & FAT Coordination:

• Manage Pre-Inspection Meetings (PIM), inspections, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
• Support inspection teams and expedite FAT completion
• Ensure punch list closure before shipment

Site Delivery & ROS Compliance:

• Ensure packages are delivered before ROS dates
• Coordinate vendor engineer mobilization for installation and commissioning support

Expediting Reports & Communication:

• Review and validate expediting reports before circulation
• Maintain transparent communication on delivery status, risks, and mitigation plans

Vendor Performance Evaluation:

• Monitor vendor responsiveness and contractual compliance
• Highlight performance gaps and recommend corrective measures

Risk Management & Mitigation:

• Identify potential risks impacting delivery and propose mitigation strategies
• Drive proactive actions to prevent delays and cost overruns

Change & Variation Control:

• Ensure all changes and variations are documented, approved, and communicated
• Coordinate with Procurement and SCM for PO amendments and schedule updates
• Monitor cost and schedule impacts; escalate risks promptly
• Act as a focal point between Engineering, Procurement for compliance

Compliance:

• Ensure vendor activities comply with HSE, QA/QC, and project standards
• Verify adherence during manufacturing and expediting phases

Flawless Delivery:

• Using Lessons Learned plan to deliver right first time, flawlessly
• Deliver tight, deliver clean
• Anticipate potential flaws and work with all parties to avoid those flaws

Whole of Life Accountability:

• The role will ensure that the care, custody and control of the supplier equipment is effective throughout all phases of the equipment lifecycle through to hand over to the customer. This includes: Preservation and Commissioning

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Preferably in Mechanical Engineering)
• 15+ years of experience in package delivery within EPC/EPCM environments
• Strong knowledge of vendor documentation processes, manufacturing workflows, logistics, and Incoterms
• Familiarity with QA/QC standards, inspection protocols, and international codes

Skills:

• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple vendors and complex interfaces
• Proficiency in progress tracking and reporting tools
• Excellent problem-solving and risk management capabilities
• Effective communication and negotiation skills

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.