Project Director - Oil & Gas - EPC Contractor - ADNOC approved - Ruwais

We are seeking an accomplished Project Director – Mechanical with a strong background in EPC oil & gas projects to lead execution in the Western Region (Ruwais). The successful candidate will oversee full project lifecycle delivery in line with ADNOC standards, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion within approved budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead EPC project execution from design through construction and commissioning.
• Manage multidisciplinary engineering and site teams to achieve project targets.
• Oversee mechanical works including piping, rotating and static equipment installation.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC specifications, HSE, and QA/QC standards.
• Control budgets, cost forecasting, and project schedules (Primavera P6 / MS Project).
• Handle contract management, variation claims, and client correspondence.
• Foster strong relationships with ADNOC and other key project stakeholders.
• Mentor engineering teams and ensure adherence to project governance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (UAE Equivalency Certificate required).
• Minimum 20 years’ total experience, including 10 years in Oil & Gas EPC.
• Proven track record in ADNOC Onshore / Offshore projects (ADCO, GASCO, etc.).
• ADNOC Approval mandatory.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
• Fluent in English (Arabic is an advantage).

Location:

Ruwais, Abu Dhabi – Western Region

Compensation:

Attractive salary (negotiable) + Company car + Family medical insurance + Annual tickets (self & family)

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering?
• Do you have a valid UAE Equivalency Certificate for your degree?
• How many total years of experience do you have in the Oil & Gas industry and how many years with an EPC contractor in Abu Dhabi?
• Do you currently hold ADNOC Project Approval as a Project Manager or Project Director?

Experience:

• EPC projects (Engineering, Procurement & Construction): 10 years (Required)
• PMBOK / PMP principles and EPC execution methodology: 10 years (Required)
• Primavera P6, MS Project, and AutoCAD: 10 years (Required)
• ADNOC / ADCO / GASCO or similar onshore/offshore projects: 10 years (Required)
• multiple EPC projects handling: 10 years (Required)
• compliance with ADNOC specifications, HSE, and QA/QC : 10 years (Required)
• contract, variation claims, and client coordination: 10 years (Required)