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<div>Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
The Role
 
 
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Civil Structural Engineer with a proven track record in designing, analyzing, and supervising structural systems, ensuring they meet safety, functionality, and regulatory standards for construction projects for a high-profile client.
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world
Wood's Oil, Gas &amp; New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.
We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonisation and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.
Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.
What we can offer
<ul><li>Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
</li><li>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion : We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
</li><li>Competitive remuneration package : With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
</li><li>Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
</li><li>Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
</li><li>End of Service Gratuity : In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
</li><li>The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
</li><li>Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years&rsquo; service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
</li><li>Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
</li><li>Global connections : Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
</li><li>Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems &ndash; delivered by experts in their field
</li></ul>The key objectives for this role are:
<ul><li>Ensure all designs and structures are safe, durable, and meet engineering standards.
</li><li>Oversee planning, execution, and timely delivery of civil and structural engineering projects.
</li><li>Ensure all designs and constructions comply with local laws, codes, and environmental regulations.
</li><li>Guide and mentor a team of engineers, fostering collaboration and skill development.
</li><li>Develop efficient structural solutions while staying within budget constraints.
</li><li>Apply modern techniques and tools to improve design efficiency and sustainability.</li></ul></div>
 <div>Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Develop Civil &amp; Structural design from the Conceptual Stage through the Detailed Design Stage, providing sustainable and efficient solutions.
</li><li>Involve in the Design and Development of the following for Greenfield and/or Brownfield large Oil and Gas Projects
</li><li>Establish Design Basis, technical specifications/philosophies, work scope/tender documents/narratives
</li><li>Review design of Plant layouts, roads, drainage systems, etc
</li><li>Checking Calculations, General Arrangement, Detail Drawings, 3D Models and MTO
</li><li>Guide/review design of different types of concrete and steel structures and develop engineering calculations for
<ul><li>Structures like Pipe racks/ Pipe bridges, Sleepers
</li><li>Process structures/Equipment support structures
</li><li>Equipment foundations such as Heat Exchangers, Vertical &amp; Horizontal Vessels/drums, Columns/ Towers, very large Tanks, Spheres, etc.
</li><li>Dynamic load structures of Compressor &amp; Pumps
</li><li>Equipment Shelters, Plant Buildings like Control Room, Substation buildings, Admin blocks, Site Camps,
</li><li>Blast resistance design of Buildings and Structures
 
</li></ul></li><li>Review and interpretation of Topographical and Geotechnical reports
</li><li>Review and Design of UG services design, Architectural Design, Modularization Design, and Prefabricated buildings
</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., BS, AISC, ACI, ASCE, Client Specifications).
</li><li>Evaluate supplier/subcontractor technical bids for compliance to internal &amp; client specifications and scopes of work.
</li><li>Review of vendor drawings/other discipline drawings for adequacy of Civil design input requirements
</li><li>Optimize design solutions to meet budget constraints without compromising quality and safety.
</li><li>Prepare &amp; Review Civil materials technical reports, Method statements, and Vendor Technical Clarifications and prepare Technical Bid Evaluation reports.
</li></ul>Leadership Skill:
<ul><li>Lead and mentor a team of structural engineers and designers, serving as the primary point of contact for structural engineering matters.
</li><li>Identify technical issues, define alternative solutions, establish pros and cons for multiple solutions, and make recommendations through official project documents such as technical queries and technical deviations.
</li><li>Allocate tasks, provide guidance, and issue clear directions to ensure effective and efficient project execution.
</li><li>Develop project schedules, ensure adherence to timelines and budgets, and monitor project schedules on submissions of civil deliverables.
</li><li>Coordinate with project/Engineering managers, procurement, construction, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.
</li><li>Ensure all deliverables' accuracy, completeness and that they comply with quality standards/specifications,
</li><li>Demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, initiative, and analytical skills.
</li><li>Lead, motivate, coach, and manage a team independently, ensuring engineering competence, team building and enhancing responsibility and ownership.
</li></ul>Stake-holder Management:
<ul><li>Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and understanding of project requirements.
</li><li>Manage interface meetings with Clients and Vendors to progress design scopes.
</li></ul>Safety and Compliance:
<ul><li>Ensure all Civil and Structural activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
</li><li>Promote a culture of safety within the engineering team and across the project site.
</li><li>Should actively participate in various project workshops/reviews such as HAZID/Layout Reviews, 3D Model
</li><li>Reviews/Constructability reviews</li></ul></div>
 <div>Skills And Qualifications
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world&rsquo;s most critical challenges.
Expected:
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Structural Engineering as a minimum
</li><li>At least 20 years of experience in Oil &amp; Gas projects Design from Conceptual stage to Detailed Design Stage.
</li><li>Minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience in Lead Engineer position for a Major Greenfield/Brownfield Project FEED/Detailed Design.
</li><li>Experience in managing a team of 50+ engineers and Designers
</li><li>Experienced in coordination of the satellite office teams and managing the productivity and quality
</li><li>Hands-on experience in industry software, such as STAAD Pro Connect Edition, Mat 3D, Foundation 3D, PROKON, 3D Model Review Tools (SPR &amp; Navis Works), MS Office Suite, etc.
</li><li>Must be self-motivated, results-oriented, multi-tasking and flexible to work well under tight schedules in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary team environment
</li><li>Able to communicate in English both in verbally and writing with other disciplines &amp; multinational work forces in effective manner
</li><li>Knowledge of engineering work planning and control methods.
</li><li>Knowledge of inter-discipline coordination.
</li><li>Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved.</li></ul></div>
 <div><div>Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com 
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<div>Diversity Statement
</div><div>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.</div></div>

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We&rsquo;re hiring skilled Engineers to lead exciting PMC projects in the oil &amp; gas sector experienced in Industrial, hydrocarbons, storage &amp; distributions.Open Positions:1. Senior FM Engineer &ndash; Facilities Maintenance2. CAFM System Engineer3. Analyst &ndash; Budget Coordination &amp; Cost Control4. Senior Operations Officer5. Security System Engineer6. Civil/Architectural InspectorJob Type: Contract

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<div>
 
 
 Lead Technical Engineer
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Emarat Aloula Group
 
 , a multi-faceted conglomerate, excels across sectors from construction and engineering to renewables and oil and gas developments. With comprehensive fabrication capabilities, the group has evolved since its 1996 inception under Kharafi National Group. Acquired by
 
 Ali and Sons Holding
 
 in 2021, it now boasts divisions including Emarat Aloula Contracting, Emarat Aloula Industries, and Al Maha Water, reinforcing its diversified prowess.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Position:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As a
 
 Lead Technical Engineer,
 
 you will
 
 oversee and manage all technical and engineering activities related to water transmission pipeline projects
 
 . Review, validate, and provide guidance on design drawings, shop drawings, and as-built submissions.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 <ul>
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 Evaluate and coordinate utility corridor alignments, including buried pipelines, Cut &amp; Cover, HDD, and microtunneling works.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze and confirm critical design elements such as hydraulic profiles, valve chamber configurations, thrust blocks, encasement designs, and associated civil structures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct and lead technical coordination meetings with consultants, contractors, site teams, and authority representatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare, review, and approve technical submittals, method statements, and material approvals in line with TRANSCO and UAE standards.
 </li>
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 Ensure integration and clash-free coordination of Combined Utility Corridor (CUC) drawings.
 </li>
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 Supervise and verify field modifications, redline markups, and site adjustments for compliance with approved designs.
 </li>
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 Manage and support NOC submissions and liaise with local authorities (ADDC, ADM, EAD, and others).
 </li>
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 Provide technical leadership to the project team and ensure quality control, documentation, and compliance at every stage.
 </li>
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 Support tendering and bid preparation by offering technical insights and design input.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (Master&rsquo;s degree preferred).
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 10&ndash;15 years of experience in utility engineering, with at least 5 years in TRANSCO or large-scale GCC water infrastructure projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong command of TRANSCO standards, UAE authority procedures, and infrastructure approval workflows.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience in pipeline construction methodologies &mdash; Cut &amp; Cover, HDD, and microtunneling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid understanding of inshore/offshore construction challenges, environmental compliance, and ROW management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and the ability to review technical CAD drawings critically.
 </li>
 <li>
 Expertise in Design, Engineering, Instrumentation &amp; Control (I&amp;C), RTU/SCADA, and execution of Water Transmission Pipeline Projects (TRANSCO).
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing the necessary leadership and support for the efficiency and success of our operations and the chance to work on high-value and notable projects.
 
</div>

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avua private limited

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