JOB DESCRIPTION

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

Wood is seeking a seasoned Construction Manager with expertise in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemicals industry and preferably having experience in managing brownfield construction projects within Saudi Aramco facilities. The selected candidate will be required to employ his construction experience to ensure that all engineering and design deliverables are practical, safe, and executable in the field. The role will lead constructability reviews throughout all phases of design and interface closely with project stakeholders to optimize construction planning, minimize risks, and enhance overall project deliverability.

This position will be fully based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

RESPONSIBILITIES

What we can offer

• Medical Insurance - Ensures specialist care is available to you and eligible family members residing in country. Pre-existing medical conditions are covered. No limit on number of children covered under the policy however age and coverage limits apply in line with KSA CCHI rules. Option to select higher medical cover payable at employees own expense.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Allows you to feel comfortable knowing that you or your immediate family members can confidentially discuss any work or personal issues that are an inevitable part of life. The program helps support your mental, physical, social & financial well-being.
• GOSI (Social Insurance) - Payable to KSA employees, social insurance contributions are paid by the company in line with Government legislation to cover occupational hazards.
• End of Service Gratuity - In line with KSA Labour Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit.
• Examination Leave - Upon company approval to enroll in an education institute or to continue within such institution, employees have the right to fully paid leave to sit for an examination of an unrepeated year. Leave duration is based on the days of actual examination and must be applied for no less than fifteen days prior exam
• Professional Memberships - One professional membership, registration, subscription, certification and/or license cost per annum for all active Wood employees. The membership must be relevant to the role you are currently employed in or be part of a development plan. Reimbursement should be claimed via the expenses procedure system, with supporting evidence.
• Inspire Awards - Our annual awards programme is all about recognising and celebrating our inspirational colleagues - those designing the future, upholding our values and playing a pivotal role in delivering our strategy. Employees can recognise those who inspire them and make their day by nominating them for their hard work, innovation and tenacity.
• 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' service of our employees at 5 year service milestones.
• Career Development Champions - Prioritizes structured growth through goal setting and resource utilization. Employees use tools for planning and feedback, with managers actively coaching and mentoring to support advancement. Continuous learning and development are emphasized to help employees achieve their career goals effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead constructability planning and reviews across all project phases (Concept, FEED, Detailed Design).
• Participate in pre-design and post-design site visits to understand and verify the actual site conditions especially around the interfaces / tie-ins.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to identify constructability issues, sequencing conflicts, or material-handling constraints.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, construction contractors, and procurement specialists to integrate construction considerations into design.
• Develop and maintain constructability work processes, checklists, and tools tailored specifically for the relevant sector and projects' environment.
• Provide strategic input into site layout, modularization, prefabrication, and construction methodologies to improve schedule and cost performance.
• Participate in Safety workshops (PHA / HAZOP / SIL / HAZID etc.), plot plan reviews, 3D model reviews, and design validation workshops.
• Interface with construction and field teams to support site execution planning, temporary works requirements, and logistics strategies.
• Support development of construction work packages and interface with project controls for construction scheduling and sequencing.
• Ensure all constructability concerns are tracked, documented, and resolved in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lessons-learned programs based on past projects and field experience.

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's most critical challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in design and construction of oil & gas and/or petrochemical facilities under EPC or PMC environment, with at least 5 years focused on constructability.
• In-depth knowledge of heavy industrial construction practices, including modular construction, brownfield tie-ins, and shutdown planning.
• Strong understanding of safety-in-design principles and risk-based construction planning practices.
• Experienced in use of construction management systems and having sufficient familiarity with engineering design tools (e.g., Navisworks, SmartPlant, MicroStation, BIM/Revit etc.).
• Familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards & specifications and industry codes and standards such as API, ASME, AISC, and IEC.
• Effective communicator with proven ability to lead constructability efforts in a multi-stakeholder environment.
• EPC / Construction contractor and managed construction in Aramco Process Plants and preferably inside Ras Tanura Refinery.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of managing construction for heavy brownfield projects within Saudi Aramco facilities.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng), Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent certification.
• Field experience in commissioning, start-up, or plant operations is a plus.
• Knowledge of sustainability, decarbonization, or energy transition technologies in industrial contexts is advantageous.
• Familiarity with international project execution practices in remote or challenging environments.

Personal attributes:

• Well organized, observant, good interpersonal and communication skills
• Display both good judgment and leadership qualities
• Ability to work with timelines/targets.
• Ability to be assertive and drive culture change when required.
• Be a role model of Wood's values & behaviors

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 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.