JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Punchlist Coordinator for a project with ADNOC client and the position will be based in Habshan Abu Dhabi.

Due to client requirement and expectation this position will be onshore site based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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

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 decarbonization 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 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

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Purpose
The Punch List Coordinator is responsible for managing, tracking, coordinating, and closing punch list items generated during inspections, construction completion, and pre-commissioning phases of an EPCM project. The role ensures that all punch items are properly documented, assigned, monitored, and closed prior to system turnover and mechanical completion.
Key Responsibilities 1. Punch List Management

• Maintain the master punch list register for the project.
• Record punch items generated during walkdowns, inspections, and system completions.
• Ensure punch items are categorized (e.g., A / B / C priority or Pre-MC / Post-MC).
• Assign punch items to responsible contractors, disciplines, or vendors.

2. Coordination

• Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, engineering, commissioning, and contractors to resolve punch list items.
• Organize and participate in system walkdowns and inspections.
• Liaise with discipline engineers to verify completion and accept closure of punch items.

3. Tracking and Reporting

• Track the status of open punch items and follow up for timely closure.
• Generate daily / weekly punch list reports.
• Monitor critical punch items impacting Mechanical Completion (MC) and RFSU(PSSR)
• Highlight delays and escalate unresolved items to project management.

4. Verification & Closure

• Verify that completed punch items meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Support joint verification with QA/QC and commissioning teams.
• Ensure proper documentation before marking punch items as closed.

5. Documentation Control

• Maintain records in project completion systems such as:
  
  Completion Management Systems (CMS)
• Ensure documentation is properly archived for handover to operations.
  
  6. Interface with Commissioning and Operations team
• Support system completion and turnover packages.
• Ensure punch list items are aligned with Mechanical Completion Certificates (MCC).
• Coordinate with commissioning/Operations for system PSSR walkdowns acceptance and handover.

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 or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Additional certifications in QA/QC or project completion systems are advantageous.

Experience

• 15+ years experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy projects.
• Minimum 5 years in punch list management, QA/QC, or system completion roles.
• Experience in EPC/EPCM projects and construction completion

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Mechanical Completion (MC), Pre-commissioning, and Commissioning processes.
• Familiarity with completion management software.
• Ability to read P&IDs, Isometrics, GA drawings, and system boundaries.
• Proficiency in Excel, reporting tools, and document control systems.

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Good communication with multidisciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail and ability to track large volumes of punch items.
• Ability to work under tight project deadlines.

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 45 countries, employing around 25,000 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.