Package Delivery Manager

Job description / Role

Job description

Wood is currently looking to recruit for a Package Delivery Manager - LLI Novated on ADNOC Gas EPCm project based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Our clients and projects designing the future. Transforming the world. Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets. We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

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

Responsibilities

Job purpose:
The Package Delivery Manager - LLI Novated is responsible for managing the delivery of Long Lead Items (LLIs) that have been novated from the client to the EPC contractor. The role reports to the Senior Project Manager and involves full lifecycle oversight of these packages from engineering coordination through procurement, manufacturing, inspection, logistics, delivery to site, installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning till handover to End User/Operations - ensuring compliance with project requirements, schedules, and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for all matters related to novated LLI packages within the project scope
• Engage with all stakeholders including company where necessary
• Manage and coordinate the delivery of novated equipment and packages, ensuring alignment with project schedules, cost targets, and technical requirements
• Interface with engineering, procurement, project controls, expediting, quality, logistics, and construction teams to ensure timely and accurate information flow
• Oversee vendor management, including technical clarification, progress tracking, inspections, and FATs (Factory Acceptance Tests)
• Monitor and report on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies for each novated package to senior management and the client
• Ensure that all documentation (e.g., MRBs, ITPs, data books, certifications) is complete and compliant before delivery
• Collaborate with QA/QC to address NCRs, deviations, and corrective actions related to LLI packages
• Work closely with logistics teams to plan and execute safe, timely, and compliant delivery of equipment to the site
• Participate in project meetings, vendor visits, and site coordination activities related to LLI equipment
• Ensure smooth transition and handover of packages to construction, commissioning, and turnover teams

Qualifications

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
• Minimum 15 years of experience in multi-disciplinary, complex and critical package management or procurement/delivery roles in EPC oil and gas projects
• Demonstrated experience managing long lead equipment (e.g., compressors, turbines, reactors, pressure vessels, etc.) through the full lifecycle
• Strong understanding of novation processes and implications in EPC contract structures
• Proficiency in using project management and procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SmartPlant, etc.)
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and reporting skills
• Familiarity with international codes, standards, and QA/QC practices
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail under schedule pressure