JOB DESCRIPTION

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

Wood is currently seeking a SP3D Admin to support our Projects business in Al Khobar. This role is responsible for the effective day-to-day delivery of both hard and soft facilities services at a single site within our real estate portfolio. The ideal candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary team, oversee service providers, and ensure operational excellence across all facility-related functions.

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.

Typical responsibilities

Project Setup and Configuration:

• Create and configure new SP3D projects, including the setup of the database, file structure, and project access rights.
• Define and implement project-specific standards, work breakdown structures (WBS), and naming conventions within the SP3D environment.
• Install and configure SP3D software on servers and client workstations.

Database and Systems Administration:

• Manage and maintain the project's central SP3D database (typically Oracle or SQL Server), ensuring its integrity, performance, and availability.
• Perform regular database backups, restorations, and health checks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any database or software-related issues in a timely manner.
• Manage user access and permissions to the project data to ensure security and prevent unauthorized modifications.

Customization and Standards Management:

• Develop, customize, and manage piping specifications, component catalogs, and design templates to meet project requirements.
• Create and maintain custom symbols, labels, and drawing templates for various disciplines (Piping, Structural, Electrical, etc.).
• Ensure all project deliverables comply with company and client standards.

User Support and Training:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all SP3D-related technical support for project users.
• Troubleshoot modeling and drawing extraction issues encountered by designers and engineers.
• Provide formal and informal training to project team members on SP3D best practices, new features, and project-specific workflows.
• Develop and maintain user manuals and technical documentation.

Project Collaboration and Data Integration:

• Manage data transfer and integration between SP3D and other engineering software (e.g., SmartPlant P&ID, SmartPlant Instrumentation, SmartPlant Electrical, Navisworks).
• Run interference detection (clash checks) and generate clash reports for project teams.
• Facilitate and manage 3D model review sessions.

Reporting and Deliverables:

• Generate custom reports from the SP3D database as required by project management (e.g., MTOs, weight reports, progress reports).
• Oversee the generation and quality control of 2D drawings (orthographics, isometrics) extracted from the 3D model.
• Prepare the final project model and database for handover to the client.

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.

Expected:

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical /Chemical).

Experience:

• A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in the engineering and design industry, specifically on large-scale projects in sectors like Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, or Mining.
• At least 5-8 years of dedicated experience in a SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) administration role.
• Proven experience with project setup, database management, and catalog/specification customization in SP3D.

Technical Skills:

• Expert-level knowledge of Hexagon SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) software, including its architecture and modules.
• Proficiency in database administration (Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server).
• Familiarity with related SmartPlant Enterprise tools (SPI, SPP&ID, SPEL) is highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of 3D model review software like Navisworks or SmartPlant Review.
• Experience with Visual Basic (VB) or other scripting languages for customization is a plus.
• Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary engineering design workflows.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to effectively support and train users.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative project team.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced project environment.

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.