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Construction Supervisor (Mechanical – Static and Rotating Equipment)

  • Location:

    Doha, Qatar

  • Sector:

    Oil & Gas

  • Contact:

    Janice Mae

  • Job ref:

    5717

  • Published:

    20 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-10-24

mselect is looking to hire a Construction Supervisor (Mechanical – Static and Rotating Equipment) for a national oil and gas operator in Doha, Qatar. Candidates must have at least 10 years of overall experience in static and rotating equipment installation, including experience coordinating inspections during the construction of midstream/downstream Oil & Gas facilities. Fluency in English is a must.

Key Responsibilities
  • Liaise with the HSE Supervisor on safety-related matters. Act as a safety leader
  • Report to the Discipline Construction Lead/Senior Construction Supervisor on main issues, events at the site, progress reporting, trends and recommendations for improvement
  • Assist the functional supervisor in reviewing and/or approving construction documentation, including Method Statements, JHAs, MARs, etc., and attend HSE walkthroughs
  • Supervise all EPIC contractors’ static & Rotating equipment inspection & installation activities based on approved engineering documentation and the project schedule during the execution of construction activities
  • Attend Requests for Inspections (RFIs) as per approved ITPs, including Material Receiving Inspections, in coordination with the Lead Construction Supervisor, and sign off relevant inspection and test reports/RFIs
  • Ensure the quality of manufacturing and erection works, dimensional accuracy and orientation, and accessory and inline items installed in the correct orientation and material design specification
  • Lead the construction contractor(s) on all mechanical aspects of the Static and Rotating Equipment installation works
  • Supervise with the EPIC contractor during execution of the Static (including internals) and Rotating Equipment installation, FAT, alignment Inspection, Punch Clearing, pressure testing, pre-commissioning, and reinstatement at the site
  • Manage and lead final mechanical completion inspections and punch closing
  • Supervise the Pre-Com activities to ensure safety and the quality of the completed work
  • Lead the inspection activity with the vendor/supplier at the site whenever required
  • Participate in PSSR and provide support to Operations pre- and start-up activity where instructed
  • Co-ordinate mobilisation of contractors on site
  • Carry out daily checks on the contractor's staff and work carried out during the previous day to ensure compliance with prescribed contractual specifications
  • Good knowledge in reading and understanding P&ID, GA, associated structural drawings, Equipment Layout & mechanical drawings and Manufacturer manual/Recommendations
  • Maintain a daily progress record (daily diary), noting special comments. Report to the senior supervisor work anomalies or contractual deviations committed by contractor personnel and recommend corrective actions
  • Sign work permits on behalf of the company and ensure that the contractor complies with work permits
  • Participate in the development of as-built drawings/documentation
  • Accountable for supervising contractor’s work that is in progress, inspecting work, reporting problems and preventing accidents occurring because of negligence by enforcing company safety standards on the work site
  • Liaise and report with the QA/QC Inspector on quality-related matters

Requirements
  • Candidate must possess a Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from an internationally recognised University
  • Preferably having formal training in QA/QC functional aspects
  • The candidate should have a minimum of 10 years of overall experience in static and rotating equipment installation, including inspection coordination experience in the construction of midstream/downstream Oil & Gas facilities
  • Experience as an EPIC Contractor supervisor is essential. Experience as a Client or PMC supervisor is preferred
  • Current experience in State of Qatar industrial cities and/or other GCC countries is required
  • Extensive knowledge of international and industry-specific codes & standards, including ASME, ANSI, ISO, API, NFPA, SHELL DEP’s, etc. Mechanical inspector certificates (API 510 & API 653) would be an advantage
  • Extensive experience in coating systems and procedures, including painting, galvanising, wrapping, insulation, Refractory Lining, etc. BGAS/API certification would be an advantage
  • Extensive experience in Static and Rotating Equipment Installation, FAT, Alignment, Inspection, punch list clearing, pressure testing, pre-commissioning and mechanical completion inspections, etc
  • Excellent written and oral English skills. Able to read Equipment layout and mechanical drawings, P&IDs, manufacturer’s instructions, etc
  • Strong organisational, planning and coordination skills
  • Specific experience in Greenfield/new-build construction sites
  • Experience in Brownfield/live process plants
  • Experience with Permit to Work systems, including isolation and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) of live services
  • Experience with tie-ins to live facilities, including testing and integration with existing systems
  • Experience in stage inspection and testing of construction activities in accordance with approved ITPs
  • Extensive knowledge of lifting plans and crane studies; An Approved Lifting Supervisor Certificate is an advantage
  • Strong technical, prioritisation, and management skills
  • Good communication, influencing, and interface skills
  • Proficiency in computer programs, including MS Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PDF, and PowerPoint, as well as engineering software applications relevant to the discipline


*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.