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We are working with a Major Oil & Gas operator to source for Construction Lead (HVAC) specialising in offshore compression. This is a long-term contract role working on a residential basis 6-days per week / 10 hours per day. Please see details below:

Title: Construction Lead (HVAC) 
Start Date: Negotiable (typically within 1 month notice)
Duration: 36 months (potential for extension)
Location: Onshore (site based), Qatar
Working Schedule: 6-days per week / 10 hours per day


Job Purpose: The Construction Lead (HVAC) shall provide Hook-Up and Commissioning (HUC) oversight and direction to the project’s main contractor, subcontractors and vendors. Effectively collaborates and interfaces with facilities team and EPC contractor engineers and operations personnel. Provides coverage for multiple EPCs workshops, shop inspections and factory testing when and where required.
Key Accountabilities: Reports to Head of Construction (CP6S Hook Up). Support EPC PMT by reviewing critical documents and reports generated by the main subcontractor. Attend workshops/review meetings when requested. Analyse technical proposals and proposed deviations, assess exceptions and new technologies to ensure compliance with QELNG policies and procedures. Apply lessons learned from previous projects and share new ones with other EPCs. Support the qualification of new suppliers proposed for the project, suppliers that are not on the approved vendor’s list. Assesses Contractor’s manpower loading and provide timely recommendations to project team and be available to backfill needs as required. Support the engineering team to stay on schedule to meet all critical milestones (long lead item (LLI) procurement, engineered equipment procurement; required on site (ROS) dates, etc); develops and stewards recovery plans to address any schedule delays. Witnesses Contractors scope of work and signs off test and check sheets as per project requirements. Verify that the EPC Contractor’s reports are accurate with regards to progress reporting. Cooperate with review teams and take parts in quality audit activities throughout the project. Report findings accurately and provide plan to address issues when required.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in applied sciences or engineering.

Knowledge and/or Experience: 10 years experience with Large Projects in Construction related disciplines (e.g., construction, installation, fabrication, execution, completion, hook-up, etc.) in the Oil & Gas Industry, including 1 year of experience in a supervisory role, including acting roles, or oversight of service/vendor personnel. In depth knowledge of discipline design standards, specifications, codes, appropriate safety criteria, offshore facilities and discipline design, construction, operations and engineering administration. Knowledge and experience in discipline hook-up and commissioning delivery processes and associated project phases, familiar with completions walkdowns and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews. Experience in an HVAC role for large EPC contracts, with strong HVAC commissioning/technical skills. Advanced knowledge in testing and balancing (TAB) activities Advanced knowledge in performance testing of fans and air handling units to ensure design specs are met. Advanced knowledge of refrigeration system commissioning. Experience in room integrity testing. Knowledge of Fluorinated Gas (F-gas) regulations. Experience with AHI Carrier & Wozair equipment Experience with Oil and Gas companies, contractors, service companies, or heavy construction companies. Knowledge of design standards, specifications, codes, and appropriate safety criteria related to major fabrication, transport, installation, brownfield execution, and hook-up, as applicable to the project scope. Knowledge of offshore facilities and structures, onshore facilities, or yard operations as applicable to a project scope. Knowledge of execution methods and risks associated with sour gas and LNG production facilities. Experience working in large scale operating organizations in Operations, Projects, Subsurface, etc.

Technical and Business Skills: Strong organizational, leadership, coordination, planning, interface and technical judgment skills. Ability to adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and frequent changes in priorities. Able to identify and analyse complex issues and provide recommendations. Prepare contingency plans for unexpected scope changes (pro-active, forward-looking) Excellent communication skills and ability to read, write, and speak fluent English, with strong teamwork facilitation, with the ability to communicate and interact at all levels of the organization. Strongly Client focused with strong problem-solving skills. Execute work in full compliance with Company Standards of Business Conduct and Project Management System. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software programs, advanced computer literacy. Knowledge of worldwide vendors and contractors. Good communication and influencing skills. Willing and able to travel as required.