Construction Director

Overview

Lead and manage construction of large-scale EPCm oil & gas projects.

Key Responsibilities

• schedule management
• budget management
• quality assurance
• risk management
• technology integration
• construction coordination

Tasks

-Expedite from the Engineering Manager and from the other people assigned under his/her control all the information requested for a proper supervision of Construction activities -Coordinate completion of construction and testing with start-up group when applicable -Operational Coordination: Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of construction activities with overall project objectives -Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks to the project, ensuring proactive measures are in place -Together with the Field Project Control Manager, review and monitor the construction program and ensure that EPC Contractor prepares detail construction schedules for all areas and erection activities -To get approval from Client and Project Director before start modification of scope of work -Receive and distribute to the field Discipline Engineers, under his control, information from the Client and from the Contractors -Coordinate with Client and Contractors Construction Managers on matters pertaining to Construction progress -Project Leadership: Lead and manage the construction phase of the EPCm project, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives -Support the Project Director in discussing with Contractors the Project changes proposed. Together with Project Director, Field Project Control Manager, review single progress report and construction overall progress report, budget and field construction activities in order to reach final goals -Coordinate as necessary with the Engineer Manager and his/her staff on all engineering matters -Budget Management: Oversee the project budget, ensuring cost control measures are in place and adhered to -Be the primary contact with the Project Director for all Projects matters arisen in field -Conduct weekly meetings with Contractors and field staff in order to verify weekly progress, safety and construction aspects, availability of documents, materials, manpower -Compliance: Ensure all construction activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations. Define, shape, and execute operational plans to support short- and long-term strategy including future growth aspirations -Quality Assurance: Implement and enforce quality control procedures to ensure all work meets the required standards and specifications -Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for all construction-related matters, maintaining effective communication with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders -Ensure with Contractors representatives that their activities are in accordance with the Master Project Schedule -Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce quality control standards throughout the construction process. Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with specifications -Immediately advise the Client and Project Director of any factors adversely affecting the project -Technology Integration: Oversee the implementation of advanced technologies and methodologies specific to the oil and gas or energy sector to enhance project efficiency and safety -In absence of Project Director / Manager in field is entitled to issue correspondence to the Client CM and to the Contractors under his/her signature for subject related to Project matters arisen in field -Team Management: Lead and mentor the construction team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment -Supervise that Contractors provide that Construction activities be completed in accordance with good construction practice, in accordance with the Project Schedule, that safety prescriptions and rules are fully applied, that all contractual obligations are fulfilled and advice the Client accordingly -Environmental Compliance: Ensure all construction activities comply with environmental regulations and standards specific to the oil and gas or energy sector -Administer industrial relations and safety policies to maintain proper discipline for Wood Team -Check that all documents, which need approval by Client to start work, be issued -Schedule Management: Develop and maintain the project schedule, ensuring timely completion of all construction activities

Requirements

• oil & gas
• construction degree
• 15 years
• leadership
• problem solving
• technical expertise

What You Bring

-Extensive track record managing field engineering activities within the Oil and Gas sector -Degree qualified or equivalent in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field -Experience: Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction management, with at least 10 years in a leadership role on large-scale EPC and EPCm projects in the oil and gas sector -Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure -High level of integrity and professionalism -Excellent communication and presentation skills -Strong leadership and team management skills -Technical Expertise: Apply specialized knowledge of Oil and Gas sector construction methods, materials, and regulations

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About Wood

-Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, primarily serving the energy and materials markets. -The company offers a wide array of services including project and construction management, operations and maintenance, and engineering design across various sectors such as oil and gas, chemicals, renewable energy, and infrastructure. -Wood operates in multiple countries including Australia, Canada, England, UAE, and the US, with a growing emphasis on sustainable energy and decarbonization technologies. -The company provides an integrated service model covering advisory, design, delivery, operational support, and repurposing services.

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