Lead Construction Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-06
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Oil & Gas, Mechanical Engineer, Structural Engineer -
Construction
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Work Mode: On-site
Job Description / Role:
Penspen is urgently looking for a Lead Construction Engineer for one of our prestigious PMC projects in the UAE.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage offshore construction teams, including engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
- Oversee the installation, hookup, and commissioning of offshore facilities such as platforms, pipelines, and subsea structures.
- Ensure all construction activities align with project schedules, budgets, and technical specifications.
- Provide technical guidance to resolve construction-related challenges and ensure engineering standards are met.
- Review and approve construction drawings, procedures, and method statements.
- Enforce strict adherence to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards during all offshore operations.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for high-risk activities.
- Collaborate with project managers, design engineers, and client representatives to align construction goals.
- Facilitate daily briefings, progress reviews, and reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop and implement hookup strategies and offshore construction plans.
- Monitor progress and adjust plans to address delays or unforeseen issues.
Experience
Required:
- Minimum 15+ years of overall experience including of 5 years extensive offshore oil and gas construction experience, especially in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) environment
- Strong experience in Offshore – Wellhead Towers, Subsea cable, brownfield, piping erection, mechanical equipment installation, and Jackets topside construction
- PMC experience will be preferred
- Previous experience in the ADNOC Offshore projects in the similar role would be an added advantage.
Education
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Piping or related field).
Skills Required:
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with regional regulations and offshore construction practices.
Employment / Job Type: Full Time
About the Company:
An engineering and asset management consultancy serving the oil, gas and energy sector. The company supports pipelines, terminals and processing facilities through design, integrity management, operations support, consultancy and training, with projects delivered across the Middle East.
Company Industry: Oil & Gas
Department /
Functional Area:
Construction
Closing Date: Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)
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