Offshore Construction Supervisor
Location: Qatar offshoreContract Type: Contract
Rotation: 28 days on / 28 days off
Job Purpose
The Offshore Construction Supervisor plays a key role in achieving field production objectives by ensuring construction works are executed according to plan and within defined timelines. This position is critical for project delivery and has a direct impact on field production plans. The role involves coordinating and supervising construction teams across various offshore locations and managing the execution of projects with budgets up to 1 MUSD.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and supervise construction teams, including supervisors, foremen, technicians, and vendors offshore.
- Report progress of offshore construction works in line with departmental procedures.
- Liaise with onshore construction coordinators to address emerging issues during execution phases.
- Apply a cost-conscious approach to all offshore construction activities.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies to deliver incident-free shutdowns.
- Prepare and plan construction works with the project team, including resource, equipment, and tool requirements.
- Maintain daily communication with onshore coordinators for timely preparation and execution.
- Implement actions to guarantee achievement of objectives and provide daily reports to the construction department.
- Contribute to the development of detailed project plans to maintain critical path and deliver offshore works with zero punch items.
- Participate in risk analysis, design reviews, and HAZID/risk assessments as required.
- Assist with preparation of isolation plans, lifting plans, and ensure all required procedures are in place before work starts.
- Coordinate logistics, materials, and personnel mobilization for offshore activities.
- Support project engineers and coordinators in preparing construction plans and schedules.
- Lead daily safety tours, toolbox talks, and ensure all safety issues are reported promptly.
- Manage permit to work processes and review contractor timesheets.
- Coordinate with quality assurance for all quality matters and deliver consistent documentation for commissioning and construction activities.
- Assist the commissioning team as needed and ensure delivery of construction within scope, quality, and budget.
- Compile execution data, contribute to project close-out reports, and participate in lessons learned reviews.
- Ensure work orders are closed and documentation is archived for future reference.
Requirements
- Relevant technical and industry experience in oil and gas operations, with a relevant trade qualification or degree.
- Advanced skills and knowledge of campaign/shutdown management techniques, preferably in petrochemical, refining, oil & gas exploration, or production industries.
- Awareness or basic use of planning software tools such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills.
- Strong leadership abilities and experience working in multi-disciplined, multi-cultural environments.
- Fluent in English, including technical vocabulary.
- Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
- High-level user of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as SAP.
- Medically fit to work on offshore oil & gas installations.
Competencies
- Delegation and effective communication
- Adaptability in complex situations
- Learning agility and innovation
- Emotional intelligence and cultural competence
- Talent development and knowledge sharing
- Collaboration and community building
- Safety, technical proficiency, and results orientation
- Leading by example and upholding company values
- Strategic direction and planning
- Accountability and continuous improvement
- Stakeholder-centric thinking and action
Work Environment
This position is based offshore on various production sites in Qatar, operating oil and gas facilities. The role is part of a permanent team with a 28/28 rotation schedule. Occasional participation in onshore meetings and visits to workshops may be required.