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Construction Lead

Construction Lead

Kintec Recruitment LimitedAl-Daayen, Qatar
1 day ago
Job description

Construction Lead – Marine / Dredging Works

Location : Qatar Onshore (Doha initially, then Ras Laffan Project Site Offices)

Contract Duration : 36 Months (with possibility of extension)

Work Schedule : 10 hours / day, 5 days / week (22 days / month)

Estimated Start Date : February 2026

We are seeking a Construction Lead for a major marine and dredging project. The role will provide supervision and coordination of EPC construction activities, with a focus on port dredging, land reclamation, and offshore civil works.

Job Purpose

  • Oversee EPC construction activities for marine / dredging projects.
  • Review engineering documents from FEED and detail design phases related to construction.
  • Manage initial focus on dredging and area reclamation works.

Reporting & Relationships

  • Reports to Project Manager (Dredging).
  • Direct reports : None.
  • Frequent internal contact with project teams and operations departments.
  • Frequent external contact with EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, specialist consultants, and port authorities.

    • Job Context & Major Challenges

  • Complex marine and underwater works in a busy port environment.
  • Coordinate dredging, land reclamation, sediment disposal, and breakwater construction under tight quality and environmental standards.
  • Critical scheduling and resource management to minimise downtime.
  • Ensure regulatory and environmental compliance in line with Qatar standards.
  • Manage interfaces between port infrastructure, dredging contractors, shipping operations, and terminal activities.
  • Innovate in construction execution and methods, leveraging experience from previous large-scale projects.

    • Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a safety leader, participate in Toolbox Talks, task instructions, and site safety walkthroughs.
  • Oversee site mobilisation, manpower planning, and execution of major construction packages.
  • Manage interfaces with engineering, procurement, commissioning teams, and contractors.
  • Review and approve construction deliverables submitted by EPC contractors.
  • Monitor progress, productivity, costs, change orders, and schedules, implementing mitigation actions as needed.
  • Resolve field issues in collaboration with engineering and project stakeholders.
  • Evaluate contractor performance, ensure safety compliance, and manage inspections.
  • Manage RFIs, change orders, progress payments, and communications with contractors and consultants.
  • Assist in the development of Project Execution Plans, Safety Plans, and QA / QC plans specific to marine / dredging works.
  • Monitor delivery of EPC materials to the project site.

    • Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering.
  • Minimum 8 years' experience in construction, including at least 4 years in the Oil & Gas industry and 1 year in a supervisory or oversight role.
  • Extensive experience working with EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and service companies.
  • Knowledge of all phases of project execution, including start-up, handover, and technical issue resolution.
  • Experience in berth design and seabed dredging is advantageous.
  • Strong knowledge of EPC / EPCI processes, ASME / API codes, constructability reviews, risk assessments, and job safety analysis.
  • Proficiency in construction scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, cost tracking, and quality systems.

    • Technical and Business Skills

  • Fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Strong leadership and personal integrity.
  • Excellent analytical, organisational, coordination, and planning skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication at all levels.
  • Good mediation, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and influencing skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
  • Deep knowledge of civil engineering standards, codes, and industry best practices.

    • Health, Safety & Environment

  • Ensure all activities comply with company HSE and quality policies.
  • Support development of local employees and workforce knowledge transfer.
  • Ensure compliance with anti-trust, competition, and internal company policies.

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