Wood is currently recruiting for a Construction Manager to strengthen our team in Basra, Iraq on a 6 weeks on /2 weeks off rotation cycle.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To lead the construction team and ensure successful project delivery, championing safety, quality, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Construction Management
1. Oversee fabrication, construction, and hookup activities to ensure timely and safe completion.
2. Coordinate site safety, technical, and quality inspection personnel to ensure compliance with project requirements.
3. Identify and implement corrective actions to meet project objectives.
Contractor Management
1. Interface with contractors daily to monitor progress and performance.
2. Review and provide input on contractors' detailed plans and procedures.
3. Monitor and appraise contractor performance, recommending corrective action when necessary.
Site Management
1. Establish and maintain verification processes for mechanical completion.
2. Implement and manage materials management systems at the site.
3. Coordinate planning and implementation of fabrication, construction, and mechanical completion activities.
Commissioning Support
1. Collaborate with the commissioning team to ensure a smooth transition from construction to commissioning.
2. Ensure completion of pre-commissioning activities.
3. Support commissioning engineers with technical expertise.
Safety and Quality
1. Champion on-site safety awareness and safety performance.
2. Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
3. Verify implementation of quality control measures.
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills/Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
2. Minimum 20 years of experience in construction planning, execution, and completions.
3. At least 20 years of site experience, with past Construction Site Lead experience on major capital projects.
4. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Technical/ Business Skills:
1. Knowledge of EPC project delivery methods.
2. Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., API, ASME).
Interpersonal Skills:
1. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
2. Strong leadership and team management abilities.
3. Ability to work effectively with contractors and stakeholders.
Competencies:
1. Construction management expertise.
2. Strong safety and quality focus.
3. Effective communication and stakeholder management.
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.