Offshore Construction Manager

Job description / Role

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 (Saturday and Sunday are week off)

Start date

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

Kintec has been exclusively selected to support a prominent regional organization in Abu Dhabi, known for delivering full-spectrum EPC solutions across marine infrastructure, offshore energy, and dredging. This is an exciting, tax-free opportunity for permanent residential staff roles in the UAE, offering a stable Monday-to-Friday schedule from 8am to 5pm. With a start date expected in late 2025 or early 2026, depending on candidate availability, this assignment presents not only professional growth but also the chance to live in one of the safest, most cosmopolitan cities in the Middle East.

Position summary

We are seeking an experienced offshore construction manager to lead and manage offshore construction activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within contractual requirements. This is a senior leadership position requiring excellent commercial, technical, and managerial expertise.

Key responsibilities

• Lead offshore construction execution across all phases of projects.
• Review tender documents, client specifications, and scope of work.
• Develop offshore schedules and execution strategies in coordination with stakeholders.
• Manage subcontractor evaluations, procurement requirements, and marine spread mobilisation.
• Liaise with clients, surveyors, and third-party agencies.
• Ensure HSE standards and quality management systems are fully implemented.
• Oversee daily offshore operations, audits, and reporting.
• Control budgets, variations, and claims.
• Manage project close-out documentation and lessons learned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, civil, or naval preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of offshore construction and operations experience.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent contractual and commercial awareness.
• Proven ability to manage large offshore teams and complex projects.