Head of Construction – Fabrication (Offshore Compression)

About the role

The Head of Construction (Fabrication) will lead all fabrication activities for an offshore compression project in Qatar. Reporting to the Execution Division Manager, this senior position ensures that yard work, load‑out, and mechanical completion meet safety, quality, and schedule targets.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee planning, preparation and execution of all fabrication requirements from yard activities to load‑out.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, international standards and project engineering drawings.
• Supervise and control contractor/sub‑contractor activities, reviewing progress reports and addressing deviations.
• Validate constructability of designs and technical compliance of deliverables.
• Coordinate with contractors for structure, mechanical completion, pre‑commissioning and commissioning phases.
• Lead risk assessments, pre‑job meetings and contribute to lessons‑learned sessions.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing large‑scale fabrication projects in the oil & gas sector.
• Strong knowledge of LNG construction standards and international engineering standards.
• Ability to interface effectively with internal teams and external contractors.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation and managing mechanical completion.

Required skills

What we offer

• Long‑term contract (36 months) with potential extension.
• On‑site role in Qatar with a 6‑day, 10‑hour work schedule.
• Opportunity to lead a high‑visibility offshore compression project.