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Construction Manager
Ghobash Group · Abu Dhabi
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Job description
Key Responsibilities:
Construction Management & Execution
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Lead and manage all site construction activities including Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation, Telecom, and Commissioning support works.
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Develop and implement construction execution strategies, work packs, resource plans, and construction schedules.
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Ensure construction activities are executed in accordance with approved IFC drawings, method statements, risk assessments, and ADNOC specifications.
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Monitor construction progress and implement recovery plans to mitigate delays.
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Manage brownfield modifications, shutdown works, tie-ins, hot work activities, and live plant interfaces.
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Coordinate onshore construction campaigns ensuring minimal impact to operations.
HSE Leadership
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Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all project activities.
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Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE Management System, PTW requirements, SIMOPS procedures, and Life Saving Rules.
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Lead site safety reviews, toolbox talks, risk assessments, HAZID workshops, and incident investigations.
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Ensure implementation of approved HSE plans, emergency response procedures, and environmental controls.
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Achieve project goals of zero Lost Time Incidents (LTI) and zero environmental incidents.
Project Planning & Control
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Review project schedules and establish construction milestones.
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Coordinate with Project Controls for progress measurement, productivity monitoring, and forecasting.
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Evaluate manpower, equipment, and material requirements to ensure timely project execution.
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Participate in weekly and monthly progress review meetings with Client and EPCM teams.
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Provide construction inputs for project reporting, S-curves, look-ahead schedules, and recovery plans.
Stakeholder & Client Management
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Act as the primary construction focal point for ADNOC, EPCM contractors, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.
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Attend Constructability Reviews, PHSER, SIMOPS workshops, and project coordination meetings.
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Resolve site issues, technical queries, and interface challenges with all stakeholders.
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Maintain strong client relationships and ensure prompt closure of construction-related concerns.
Quality Management
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Ensure compliance with approved ITPs, quality procedures, and project specifications.
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Monitor inspection and testing activities in coordination with QA/QC teams.
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Ensure timely closure of NCRs, punch items, and quality observations.
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Support mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.
Resource & Contract Management
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Manage multidisciplinary construction teams, supervisors, foremen, and subcontractors.
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Optimize utilization of manpower, equipment, and construction resources.
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Review subcontractor performance and ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled.
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Support commercial teams regarding variation orders, claims, and change management.
Technical Competencies
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ADNOC Codes of Practice, Standards, and Specifications.
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EPC/EPCM project execution methodologies.
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Brownfield and Greenfield project management.
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Shutdown and Turnaround Management.
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SIMOPS, PHSER, Constructability Review, and HAZID processes.
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Permit to Work (PTW) Systems.
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Mechanical Completion and Commissioning Management.
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Construction Planning and Resource Management.
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Contract Administration and Change Management.
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Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning.
Leadership Responsibilities
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Lead teams of Construction Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors, and Discipline Leads.
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Mentor and develop construction personnel.
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Establish project objectives, performance targets, and accountability measures.
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Drive productivity improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil, or related Engineering discipline.
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Minimum 15 years of Oil & Gas construction experience.
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Minimum 10 years in ADNOC projects with proven experience in onshore projects.
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Strong experience in live plant brownfield modifications, shutdown execution, and EPC/EPCM project delivery.
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ADNOC-approved PTW Holder and Supervisor certifications preferred.
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Relevant HSE certifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent preferred.
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Strong willingness to learn and adapt to a dynamic project environment.
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Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
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Effective communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
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Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
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Willingness to work on-site at various ADNOC project locations in Abu Dhabi.
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Flexibility to work in shifts and extended hours as project demands require.
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