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Lead Construction Engineer - (Fabrication of Wellhead Jackets Topside)

Lead Construction Engineer - (Fabrication of Wellhead Jackets Topside)

Lead Construction Engineer - (Fabrication of Wellhead Jackets Topside)

Location: Abu Dhabi

 

About Penspen:
Penspen is a leading global energy services company, delivering asset integrity, engineering, and consultancy services to the oil, gas, hydrogen, and energy infrastructure sectors. With over 70 years of experience, we help our clients design, maintain, and operate safe, reliable, and efficient assets across the world.  Penspen www.penspen.com are looking for a dynamic looking for Lead Construction Engineer for one of our prestigious PMC projects in Abu Dhabi; UAE.

Qualification Required:

  • The candidates should have Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Piping or related field).

 

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage offshore construction teams, including engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
  • Oversee the installation, hookup, and commissioning of offshore facilities such as platforms, pipelines, and subsea structures.
  • Ensure all construction activities align with project schedules, budgets, and technical specifications.
  • Provide technical guidance to resolve construction-related challenges and ensure engineering standards are met.
  • Review and approve construction drawings, procedures, and method statements.
  • Enforce strict adherence to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards during all offshore operations.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for high-risk activities.
  • Collaborate with project managers, design engineers, and client representatives to align construction goals.
  • Facilitate daily briefings, progress reviews, and reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement hookup strategies and offshore construction plans.
  • Monitor progress and adjust plans to address delays or unforeseen issues.

 

Qualifications & Skills Required:

  • Minimum 15+ years of overall experience including of 5 years extensive offshore oil and gas construction experience, especially in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) environment
  • Strong experience in Offshore - Fabrication of Wellhead Towers, Subsea cable, brownfield, piping erection, mechanical equipment installation, and Jackets topside construction
  • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with regional regulations and offshore construction practices.
  • PMC experience will be preferred
  • Previous experience in the ADNOC Offshore projects in the similar role would be an added advantage.

 

If you are based in Abu Dhabi and have the Offshore Construction experience please apply click the link; https://careers.penspen.com/vacancy/lead-construction-engineer---fabrication-of-wellhead-jackets-topside-621309.html

 

 

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Location
UAE - Abu Dhabi
Job Family
Project Management
Type of Contract
Fixed Term Contract
Full/Part time
Full Time
Region (current)
Middle East
Closing Date
20/11/2026
Ref No
16454