Lead Construction Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Nationality: Any Nationality

Salary: Not Specified

Gender: Not Specified

Arabic Fluency: Not Specified

Job Function: Engineering - Civil & Construction

Company Industry: Construction

Client

A prominent regional entity delivering end-to-end EPC solutions across marine infrastructure, offshore energy, and dredging operations.

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Assignment type

Permanent hire staff role / full residential role in UAE

Work schedule

9 hours (including lunch break) - from 8am to 5pm - Monday to Friday (weekends off)

Start date

Late 2025 / early 2026 - depending on successful candidate's circumstances

Position summary

We are recruiting a lead construction engineer to take ownership of offshore project scopes, ensuring planning, execution, and subcontractor management are carried out to the highest standards. The role involves close coordination with the offshore construction manager and other stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

Develop offshore construction schedules, cost optimisation strategies, and detailed execution plans.

Oversee subcontractor technical and commercial evaluations and monitor their performance.

Lead constructability reviews, procedure reviews, and interface documents.

Coordinate procurement of offshore materials and ensure readiness for mobilization.

Drive HSE compliance, quality improvements, and lessons learned.

Supervise offshore work progress, ensure continuity with fabrication schedules, and support hook-up scopes.

Contribute to variation orders, claims, and subcontractor invoice reviews.

Support project close-out and reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, civil, or naval preferred).

Minimum 8 years of offshore construction experience.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Strong contractual, commercial, and financial awareness.

Proven ability to lead teams and interface with multiple stakeholders.

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