Process Commissioning Superintendent – Offshore Water Injection Project

Title: Process Commissioning Superintendent – Offshore Water Injection Project Connect, Grow, with KBR! The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. Job Title: Process Commissioning Superintendent – Offshore Water Injection Project KBR Abu Dhabi is currently seeking an experienced Process Commissioning Superintendent to join its PMC team supporting a major Offshore Project in the UAE. The role will initially be based in Abu Dhabi, transitioning subsequently to the fabrication yard, and later mobilizing to the offshore site during the execution and commissioning phases. Job Purpose The Process Commissioning Superintendent is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all process commissioning activities associated with the Offshore Water Injection Project. The role ensures safe and efficient pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, performance testing, and handover of water injection facilities, while maintaining compliance with ADNOC requirements, project specifications, and international industry standards. The position serves as the focal point between Engineering, Construction, Operations, Vendors, and Client teams to ensure successful project completion and facility readiness for operation. Key Responsibilities Commissioning Management - Lead and manage all process commissioning activities from mechanical completion through startup and handover. - Develop and implement Commissioning Execution Plans, Procedures, and Schedules. - Coordinate commissioning activities with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations teams. - Ensure commissioning activities are completed safely, efficiently, and within project timelines. - Monitor commissioning progress and report status to project management and client representatives. Pre-Commissioning Activities - Oversee system walkdowns and punch list management. - Ensure Mechanical Completion Certificates (MCC) are achieved prior to commissioning. - Coordinate activities including:- Hydrotesting - Flushing and Cleaning - Air Blowing - Chemical Cleaning - Leak Testing - Drying and Preservation - Verify system readiness for energization and process commissioning. Process Commissioning & Startup - Lead commissioning and startup of:- Water Injection Systems - Produced Water Treatment Facilities - Chemical Injection Systems - Utility Systems - Filtration and Pumping Packages - Verify process control systems and operational functionality. - Coordinate startup sequences and operational readiness activities. - Monitor plant performance during initial operation and stabilization. - Troubleshoot process and operational issues during startup. Brownfield & Offshore Integration - Coordinate commissioning of brownfield modifications and tie-ins. - Support shutdown planning and system integration activities. - Ensure safe execution of commissioning activities within operating offshore facilities. - Manage SIMOPS interfaces between commissioning and operations teams. - Minimize disruption to existing production operations. HSE & Process Safety - Ensure strict compliance with commissioning HSE procedures. - Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, SIMOPS, and PSSR activities. - Lead commissioning risk assessments and Job Safety Analyses (JSA). - Verify Safety Critical Elements (SCEs) are functional prior to startup. - Ensure Emergency Shutdown (ESD), Fire & Gas, and safeguarding systems are fully operational. - Promote a strong process safety culture throughout commissioning activities. Operations Readiness & Handover - Coordinate with Operations teams to ensure readiness for facility acceptance. - Develop and execute Operational Readiness Plans. - Support operator training and competency assessments. - Ensure completion of commissioning dossiers and turnover packages. - Manage final system handover to Operations. Vendor & Contractor Coordination - Coordinate vendor specialists during equipment commissioning and startup. - Supervise contractor commissioning teams. - Resolve technical and operational issues with equipment suppliers. - Ensure vendor recommendations are incorporated during commissioning. Documentation & Reporting - Prepare and review:- Commissioning Procedures - Startup Procedures - System Completion Reports - Performance Test Reports - Operational Acceptance Documentation - Maintain commissioning records and databases. - Provide regular commissioning progress rep

The posting outlines extensive experience in process commissioning for offshore projects, with responsibilities spanning pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and handover. Candidates should demonstrate leadership in commissioning management, execution planning, safety leadership (HAZID/HAZOP/PSSR, JSA, SCEs), offshore operations integration, SIMOPS coordination, and vendor/contractor coordination. Strong ability to coordinate across engineering, construction, operations, and client teams; experience with brownfield modifications, hydrotesting, and various commissioning activities; and proven track record delivering facility readiness and handover packages in an offshore water injection environment. Local UAE/Abu Dhabi site experience is implied.