Head of Construction (Fabrication)

Hiring: Head of Construction (Fabrication)
Location: Project-Based / Yard & Site
Industry: Oil & Gas / LNG
Experience: 10+ Years
Location: Doha, Qatar
Contract: 24 Months
Work Setup:

• 100% Onshore
• Rotation: 12 Weeks ON / 2 Weeks OFF
• 6 Days per Week
• 8–10 Hours per Day

  Job Purpose
We are seeking a seasoned Head of Construction to lead and oversee all fabrication activities from yard execution through load-out, ensuring alignment with project objectives, engineering standards, and safety requirements. This role plays a critical part in ensuring constructability, managing contractor interfaces, and delivering high-quality fabrication outcomes for large-scale Oil & Gas projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of fabrication activities from engineering to load-out.
• Ensure constructability compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Manage contractors and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient, and quality execution.
• Monitor and control fabrication, mechanical completion, and pre-commissioning activities.
• Review and manage technical deviations and construction dossiers.
• Identify project risks and implement corrective and recovery actions.
• Review contractor progress reports and address delays or quality concerns.
• Maintain strong coordination between Company and Contractor teams.
• Lead risk assessments, pre-job meetings, and technical discussions.
• Capture and implement lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 10+ years in construction/fabrication roles in Oil & Gas projects
• At least 2 years in a supervisory/lead role
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Fabrication, welding, lifting, and mechanical testing
  • Construction execution, completions, and hook-up
  • International codes and safety standards
• Experience in:
  • Offshore/onshore fabrication yards
  • LNG / sour gas projects (preferred)
  • Working with EPC contractors and large organizations
• Strong leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage complex interfaces and resolve technical challenges

Key Competencies

• Leadership & team management
• Construction planning & execution
• Risk management & problem-solving
• Strong communication & coordination skills
• Quality and safety-driven mindset

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.