Construction Manager

Company Description

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Construction Management & Execution

• Lead and manage all site construction activities including Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation, Telecom, and Commissioning support works.
• Develop and implement construction execution strategies, work packs, resource plans, and construction schedules.
• Ensure construction activities are executed in accordance with approved IFC drawings, method statements, risk assessments, and ADNOC specifications.
• Monitor construction progress and implement recovery plans to mitigate delays.
• Manage brownfield modifications, shutdown works, tie-ins, hot work activities, and live plant interfaces.
• Coordinate onshore construction campaigns ensuring minimal impact to operations.

HSE Leadership

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE Management System, PTW requirements, SIMOPS procedures, and Life Saving Rules.
• Lead site safety reviews, toolbox talks, risk assessments, HAZID workshops, and incident investigations.
• Ensure implementation of approved HSE plans, emergency response procedures, and environmental controls.
• Achieve project goals of zero Lost Time Incidents (LTI) and zero environmental incidents.

Project Planning & Control

• Review project schedules and establish construction milestones.
• Coordinate with Project Controls for progress measurement, productivity monitoring, and forecasting.
• Evaluate manpower, equipment, and material requirements to ensure timely project execution.
• Participate in weekly and monthly progress review meetings with Client and EPCM teams.
• Provide construction inputs for project reporting, S-curves, look-ahead schedules, and recovery plans.

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary construction focal point for ADNOC, EPCM contractors, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Attend Constructability Reviews, PHSER, SIMOPS workshops, and project coordination meetings.
• Resolve site issues, technical queries, and interface challenges with all stakeholders.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure prompt closure of construction-related concerns.

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with approved ITPs, quality procedures, and project specifications.
• Monitor inspection and testing activities in coordination with QA/QC teams.
• Ensure timely closure of NCRs, punch items, and quality observations.
• Support mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.

Resource & Contract Management

• Manage multidisciplinary construction teams, supervisors, foremen, and subcontractors.
• Optimize utilization of manpower, equipment, and construction resources.
• Review subcontractor performance and ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled.
• Support commercial teams regarding variation orders, claims, and change management.

Technical Competencies

• ADNOC Codes of Practice, Standards, and Specifications.
• EPC/EPCM project execution methodologies.
• Brownfield and Greenfield project management.
• Shutdown and Turnaround Management.
• SIMOPS, PHSER, Constructability Review, and HAZID processes.
• Permit to Work (PTW) Systems.
• Mechanical Completion and Commissioning Management.
• Construction Planning and Resource Management.
• Contract Administration and Change Management.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead teams of Construction Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors, and Discipline Leads.
• Mentor and develop construction personnel.
• Establish project objectives, performance targets, and accountability measures.
• Drive productivity improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of Oil & Gas construction experience.
• Minimum 10 years in ADNOC projects with proven experience in onshore projects.
• Strong experience in live plant brownfield modifications, shutdown execution, and EPC/EPCM project delivery.
• ADNOC-approved PTW Holder and Supervisor certifications preferred.
• Relevant HSE certifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent preferred.

Additional Information

• Strong willingness to learn and adapt to a dynamic project environment.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Effective communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to work on-site at various ADNOC project locations in Abu Dhabi.
• Flexibility to work in shifts and extended hours as project demands require.