Civil Construction Engineer

About the role

Penspen is hiring a Construction Engineer (Civil) in Abu Dhabi. The role manages civil construction activities at the project site, making sure work follows project specifications, applicable codes, industry standards and safety requirements. Proven experience in the oil and gas sector is required.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise the site execution of civil construction activities.
• Ensure civil works follow approved drawings, project specifications and quality standards.
• Review technical drawings, construction methodologies and vendor documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors and subcontractors.
• Monitor progress, resolve technical issues and ensure HSE and quality compliance.
• Conduct site inspections and check adherence to approved procedures and schedules.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports and share updates with the project management team.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Oil & Gas, including 5 years in the GCC region.
• At least 5 years in a similar position on international major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects.
• Experience with major onshore projects and with terminals, onshore fields and maintenance hubs is preferred.
• Good leadership, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of industry codes, standards and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with field instruments, DCS, PLCs and control systems.