Principal Civil Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is recruiting for a Principal Civil Engineer to join its UAE Business Unit to manage a project team independently consisting of Senior Engineer, Engineers, Sr. Designers / Designers & Draftsmen from various disciplines in Sharjah, UAE.

This is a residential position, with possible travel to Iraq for business trips as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood has been awarded an Onshore Brownfield project to support an international client operation for delivering FEED, Detailed Design, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning Services. This project focuses on enhancing degassing stations, optimizing flare systems, and integrating low-carbon solutions to support our client's energy transition and emissions reduction goals.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary: Regular salary reviews to ensure we reward at the right level in line with the market.
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry.
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover.
• The Employee Share Plan: Opportunity to purchase Wood shares with a company match.
• Long Service Award: Recognizing commitment and loyalty of our employees at 5-year service milestones.

Key Objectives

• Lead, motivate, coach and manage a project team independently.
• Ensure budget, timing, and quality of engineering works are executed as required.
• Ensure projects are executed in accordance with our quality system and company procedures.
• Facilitate effective communications and coordination between all supervised staff, Lead Engineers of other departments, and Project Managers.
• Monitor overall productivity and efficiency of projects, forecast trends, and anticipate potential problems.
• Implement staffing development plans and assign staff to specific projects or proposals.
• Carry out study works individually or with your team.
• Review tender documents and prepare man-hour estimates.
• Aim for sustainable and efficient solutions.
• Keep up with standards, guidelines, and new techniques in your discipline.
• Collaborate with colleagues, external partners, and clients effectively.
• Prepare estimates of required man hours along with supporting documentation for proposals and major change orders.

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. We encourage you to apply even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge, or skills needed for this role.

Expected:

• Qualified Civil / Structural Engineer holding a Bachelor's degree as a minimum.
• At least 15 years of relevant technical experience in designing concrete and steel structures.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices, codes, and standards applicable to civil and structural engineering.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.
• Familiar with the creation of tender documents.
• Hands-on experience in industry software, such as STAAD Pro, SAP, Mat 3D, Foundation 3D, 3D Model Review Tools (SPR & Navis Works), MS Office Suite, etc.
• Experience in reviewing Key Deliverables prepared by Civil / Structural teams or produced by other work-share offices.
• Experience in Brownfield and FEED.
• Good communication skills and a team player.
• Client-oriented, flexible, and willing to take extra effort.
• Demonstrated strong engineering competence, interpersonal/team building skills, and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel to Basra, Iraq.

ABOUT US

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

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on objective criteria without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with relevant governing laws.