QatarEnergy is hiring a Head, Construction for a contract role based in Doha, Qatar. The post holder will lead brownfield modification and decommissioning work for the Bul Hanine Redevelopment Project. This includes construction engineering support, fabrication, offshore mobilisation and multidisciplinary work before, during and after platform shutdowns across the PS3 complex and wellhead platforms.
In this sector, a construction head usually oversees site teams, checks that work follows approved plans and drawings, and keeps projects on schedule while meeting safety and quality rules.
Key responsibilities
- Make sure all work follows the approved Scope of Work, AFC drawings, engineering design requirements and QatarEnergy standards for safety, environment and technical matters.
- Act as the link between the Assistant Manager Construction, the asset holder, the contractor and the senior construction supervisors.
- Guide senior supervisors and the contractor so that work matches approved procedures and drawings, and stays on schedule and within quality and HSE requirements.
- Review and approve contractor deliverables, and manage and control EPIC contractors so that work is carried out safely and on time.
- Spot likely bottlenecks and problems early, and suggest practical solutions.
- Supervise a multinational and multicultural contractor workforce.
Experience and skills
- At least 15 years of overall experience supervising brownfield modifications, weight-shedding, decommissioning and offshore hook-up projects.
- Hands-on experience in pre-shutdown, shutdown and post-shutdown work on live production and wellhead platforms.
- Strong experience in offshore Oil and Gas EPIC projects.
- Experience as a Company Site Representative is an advantage.
- Good knowledge of engineering standards, quality control, safety and environmental awareness.
- Ability to read and review method statements, inspection and test plans, construction schedules and drawings.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, excellent spoken and written English, and computer literacy.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor degree in Engineering or Construction Management from a recognised university, or a Diploma in Engineering or Petroleum Engineering, or an HND, Advanced Diploma L3 (SVQ/NVQ-L3) or equivalent.
- Relevant courses in safety, quality control and construction.
Other details
This is a contract position in Doha, Qatar, requiring at least 15 years of experience and a Bachelor degree.
Source: the official careers page of QatarEnergy, checked on 3 November 2026. Apply only through the employer’s official link in “How to apply”. Genuine employers never ask for money to hire you.
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