PMC Commissioning Superintendent – I&C

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Commissioning Superintendent with a proven track record in overseeing commissioning on major offshore projects ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to industry standards in project execution for high-profile clients.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• 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
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• 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
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

Job Objective

The PMC Commissioning Superintendent is responsible for leading and supervising all commissioning activities for a major offshore project executed under the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) framework for Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. The role ensures that all systems and subsystems are safely commissioned, tested, and handed over in full compliance with project specifications, ADNOC standards, and regulatory requirements. The position plays a critical role in ensuring a smooth transition from construction completion to full operational readiness while maintaining the highest standards of HSE, quality, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all offshore commissioning activities across multiple disciplines including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process systems
• Ensure implementation of approved commissioning procedures, philosophies, and system completion strategies in line with ADNOC requirements
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and operations teams to ensure readiness for pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
• Oversee systemization, punch listing, and handover processes ensuring proper documentation and certification of completed systems
• Monitor EPC contractor commissioning performance to ensure compliance with project schedule, procedures, and quality standards
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies and safe commissioning practices, particularly for live plant interfaces and SIMOPS offshore
• Review and approve commissioning dossiers, method statements, test procedures, and system completion certificates
• Identify commissioning risks and constraints and implement mitigation measures to ensure safe and timely execution
• Interface closely with operations teams to ensure smooth handover, start-up support, and operational acceptance of systems
• Supervise functional testing, loop checks, energization, and start-up activities for offshore facilities
• Ensure timely resolution of technical issues, non-conformances, and system deficiencies during commissioning phases
• Track and report commissioning progress, system readiness, and key milestones to PMC and ADNOC management
• Support development and execution of integrated commissioning schedules aligned with project timelines
• Facilitate coordination between multiple contractors, vendors, and third-party inspectors during offshore commissioning
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to commissioning engineers and supervisors on site

Qualifications

Skills And 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Process Engineering
• Minimum 15 years of experience in oil and gas projects with at least 5 years in commissioning roles on major offshore projects
• Proven experience working in PMC roles on ADNOC or similar Middle East offshore developments
• Strong knowledge of commissioning processes including pre-commissioning, systemization, testing, and start-up
• Familiarity with ADNOC standards, offshore HSE requirements, and permit-to-work systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary commissioning teams in a complex offshore environment
• Experience in SIMOPS, live plant commissioning, and brownfield integration is highly preferred
• Strong coordination and interface management skills with EPC contractors and operations teams
• Proficiency in commissioning management systems, completion tools, and reporting platforms
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication abilities.