Wood
Project Manager
Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted 4 days ago
- Salary
- AED 35k–50k a month· Michael Page
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Lead
- Field
- Construction & Engineering
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
The Role The successful candidate will have extensive experience managing large, complex capital projects within the oil & gas, energy, petrochemical, infrastructure or industrial sectors. The role requires strong leadership, strategic project management capabilities and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities. Initially, the position will be based in the project office, with frequent visits to the construction site to monitor progress, interface with construction teams and ensure alignment between project planning and site execution. As the project progresses into its major construction and execution phase, the position will transition to a full-time site-based assignment. The Project Manager will have overall responsibility for project performance, ensuring delivery in accordance with contractual requirements, approved budgets, schedules, quality standards, HSE requirements and client expectations. Our Clients and Projects Designing the future. Transforming the world Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation. We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory. Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality. What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects : Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance : The company provides Life Assurance cover End of Service Gratuity : In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones Commitment to continued professional development : Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field Job Objective: To provide overall leadership, direction and management of a mega-scale EPCM project in Abu Dhabi, ensuring its successful execution and delivery in accordance with contractual obligations, approved project budgets, schedules, technical specifications, quality standards and HSE requirements. The Project Manager will lead multidisciplinary teams across engineering, procurement, construction, project controls and commissioning, ensuring effective coordination, stakeholder management and timely resolution of project challenges. The role will initially be based at the project office, with regular visits to the construction site, before transitioning to a full-time site-based assignment as the project progresses into its main construction and execution phase.
Requirements
Skills And Qualifications What makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. Expected: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Typically 20+ years of experience in project execution, with significant experience managing large-scale Oil & Gas, LNG, Petrochemical, Energy, Infrastructure, or Industrial projects. Proven experience leading projects through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover phases. Strong knowledge of project management principles, contract administration, risk management, cost control, and scheduling. Experience working in EPC/PMC project environments. Strong understanding of HSE, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance requirements. Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors. Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, communication, and decision-making skills. Proficiency in project management tools and reporting systems. Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, PMI-SP, or Chartered Engineer are highly desirable
Responsibilities
To provide overall leadership, direction and management of a mega-scale EPCM project in Abu Dhabi, ensuring its successful execution and delivery in accordance with contractual obligations, approved project budgets, schedules, technical specifications, quality standards and HSE requirements. Lead multidisciplinary teams across engineering, procurement, construction, project controls and commissioning, ensuring effective coordination, stakeholder management and timely resolution of project challenges. Initially based at the project office with regular site visits, transitioning to full-time site-based assignment during main construction and execution phase.
Skills
- Engineering
- Project management
- Construction management
- Contract administration
- Risk management
- Cost control
- Scheduling
- Procurement
- HSE
- Quality assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Stakeholder management
- Negotiation
- Communication
- Decision-making
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