JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is currently recruiting for a Construction Lead (Marine Works) - Expression of Interest - 6 months to join its Singapore business unit, focusing on planning, supervision, and execution of all marine-related construction activities on an onshore/nearshore oil & gas facility in Basra, Iraq.
This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq, with travel requirement.
Note: This role is for a short-term basis for a period of 6 months with a potential of extension

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Wood is currently recruiting for a Construction Lead (Marine Works) - Expression of Interest - 6 months to join its Singapore business unit, focusing on planning, supervision, and execution of all marine-related construction activities on an onshore/nearshore oil & gas facility in Basra, Iraq.
This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq, with travel requirement.
Note: This role is for a short-term basis for a period of 6 months with a potential of extension

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The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Lead (Marine Works) to join our Singapore Business Unit.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.

Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary 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.
• 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

Job Purpose

The Construction Lead (Marine Works) is responsible for the planning, supervision, and execution of all marine-related construction activities—including piling, quay wall structures, jetties, causeways, near‑shore civil works, and marine equipment installation. The role ensures that all construction operations comply with safety standards, project specifications, schedule, and quality requirements on a remote Iraq project site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead construction for piling, sheet piles, diaphragm walls, quay walls, revetments, jetties, trestles, dolphins, fenders, mooring systems, and associated civil & structural works.
• Manage near‑shore marine operations including dredging, reclamation, backfilling, shoreline protection, and marine equipment deployment.
• Coordinate barge operations, crane lifts from water, and marine logistics.
• Enforce marine safety standards aligned with IMO, HSE guidelines, and Iraq local regulations.
• Oversee safe operations of marine vessels, barges, tugboats, diving teams, and heavy lifting equipment.
• Conduct daily safety walkdowns, toolbox talks, and ensure adherence to PTW for marine works.
• Ensure marine risk assessments (JSA, TRA) are completed for all critical marine activities.
• Review and validate marine construction schedules (Level 3/4) with the EPC contractor.
• Track progress for piling, structural work, and marine installations; highlight deviations and corrective measures.
• Conduct daily and weekly marine construction meetings with contractors and subcontractors.
• Interpret marine engineering drawings, construction methodologies, and geotechnical reports.
• Approve marine construction method statements, lift plans, and equipment mobilization plans.
• Manage technical queries (TQs), field change requests, as-built development, and design interfaces.
• Ensure compliance with standardsand project specifications.
• Ensure QA/QC compliance for piling records, marine concreting, reinforcement, structural steel, NDT, and geotechnical tests.
• Oversee material inspection steel piles, tie rods, fenders, bollards, precast elements.
• Conduct joint QC walkdowns and ensure punch lists are closed before handover.
• Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, marine equipment suppliers, and logistics teams.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, HSSE, and project controls teams.
• Participate in interface meetings with client representatives and classification authorities.

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 civil, Marine, or Structural Engineering.

Professional Experience

• 10-18+ years in marine civil construction.
• Minimum 5+ years as Lead/Supervisor on major marine projects (jetties, ports, terminals, quay walls).
• Experience in Middle East / Iraq or similar remote, high-security environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of heavy marine equipment, geotechnical works, and near‑shore construction constraints.

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.