Lead Offshore Construction Engineer

NMDC ENERGY PJSC. · Abu Dhabi

Posted Jul 10, 2026Source: naukrigulf
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Job description

Start-Up Phase • Assist OCM in preparing offshore project deliverables and attending project kick-off and strategy meetings • Support development of offshore execution plans, construction schedules, and techno-commercial analyses, considering project milestones and barge availability All Project Phases • Assist OCM in preparing construction aids (load register), marine spread requirements, pipe coating scope, and monitor fabrication/pipe coating progress • Review engineering documents, drawings, and analyses from a constructability perspective • Support preparation of detailed scopes, schedules, and interface/bridging documents for offshore subcontracted works (excluding diving and NDT), and coordinate technical and commercial evaluations • Act as focal point for subcontractor coordination when assigned, monitoring progress and performance • Support issuance of Purchase Requisitions for offshore materials not covered by engineering and follow up with procurement on ordering and delivery • Coordinate offshore scope activities with all internal departments • Attend methods and constructability meetings and review installation procedures, anchor patterns, and drawings • Assist in technical evaluation, expediting, receipt, and MRV approval of offshore materials • Provide input to weekly and monthly reports and attend client meetings as required • Support studies for changes in offshore execution plans, including preparation of bridging documents, micro-schedules, and method statements • Liaise with third-party agencies and marine warranty surveyors on marine and construction matters • Attend weekly progress meetings with VPOO/OCM and highlight issues and risks • Ensure implementation of the project safety plan, company HSEMS, and quality standards • Capture lessons learned and best practices and participate in quality audits and closeout actions • Initiate offshore variation orders/claims, compile technical inputs, and support assignment of offshore durations • Assist in reviewing subcontractor invoices and provide clarifications to finance • Prepare and coordinate mobilization plans and support mobilization meetings with marine and field teams Pre-Offshore Phase • Prepare the Risk Assessment Register, attend RA meetings, and circulate consolidated comments to the client and internal stakeholders • Prepare job cards for offshore hook-up works and develop detailed micro-schedules and manpower histograms for shutdown activities • Prepare JUB specifications for hired marine spread in line with CHOD requirements • Coordinate with OPE to ensure readiness and mobilization of all installation aids • Ensure timely pre-installation/load-out activities and availability of latest approved offshore documentation onboard. Offshore Execution Phase • Assist in updating offshore schedules based on progress and resource availability and propose recovery measures for delays • Support coordination of subcontractor mobilization/demobilization and performance evaluation • Monitor daily offshore operations, attend daily meetings, and coordinate closely with clients, marine, and field teams • Conduct HSE audits and safety tours on offshore spreads • Interface with project and yard construction teams to maintain load-out dates and offshore continuity • Conduct joint walk-throughs on fabricated structures to avoid offshore carry-over Close-Out Phase • Assist in preparation of offshore final documentation and project close-out reports • Review contract documents and drawings to identify constructability issues and variation requirements • Support Construction Managers in directing offshore activities, ensuring resource availability, safety compliance, and adherence to contract and ISO requirements • Assist in schedule adjustments to manage changes, delays, and contingencies while controlling costs • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Preferably Mechanical, Civil, Naval), or equivalent • Minimum 10 years' experience in Offshore Construction in Oil & Gas Industry • Good commercial, financial and contractual awareness • Good negotiation and decision-making skills • Excellent spoken and written English language skills • Potential managerial skills • Excellent communication skills • Committed team player/ leader • Thorough understanding of offshore operations and equipment.

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