Airswift are a Global Manpower Provider specialising in the Energy, Infrastructure & IT sectors. Present in more than 70 countries around the world, our reach, and capabilities in the markets we service is unparalleled in the industry.

We are working with a Major Oil & Gas operator to source a Head of Topside & Pipeline Execution. This is a long-term contract role. Please see details below. 

Title: Head of Topside & Pipeline Execution
Start Date: ASAP (typically within 1 month notice)
Location: Onshore (Qatar Site/Doha HQ)
Working Schedule: 6 days per week / 8-10 hours per day

--Experience Required—
Key Job Accountabilities
•    Assure safety on project construction site and implement the safety observations monitoring and reporting. Also, Direct the construction team and motivate the team to achieve targets defined by the project management accordance with project deliverables and approved execution schedule.
•    Evaluate, plan and assess all construction, liftings and load-out activities of the Project, to ensure the technical objectives are achieved safely whilst maintaining the quality, budget and schedule. Moreover, coordinate site activities and provide counselling in regard to technical support required from the contractor in terms of quality, safety, planning and engineering. Facilitate resolution of technical and operational challenges that may impact execution.
•    Review, appraise and implement Contractor construction plan to ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements, industry standards, project specifications and any approved variations. Apprise the performance of the Contractors. Furthermore, ensure Contractor construction and load out documents and other submissions are reviewed in a timely reviewed and approved in accordance with the EPC contract requirements.
•    Review and determine the construction aspects risk and implement mitigation plan. Monitor the progress of mitigation plan and report to leadership. Review all offshore construction changes, including justification for cost and schedule impacts, in accordance with the PMOC procedure. In addition, facilitate knowledge sharing by capturing and communicating lessons learned to support review teams and future projects.
•    Oversee and manage the performance of all subcontractors on site to ensure adherence to project schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.
•    Attend and lead weekly coordination meetings with Contractor and all subcontractors to review progress, align expectations, and address any deviations or issues.
•    Identify, assess, and communicate execution-related risks and issues in a timely manner to the direct line manager and maintain the risk register for the yard.
•    Coordinate with planning, quality, safety, and procurement teams to ensure smooth execution of all construction activities.
•    Monitor daily progress and prepare weekly reports highlighting key achievements, delays, and areas of concern.
•    Drive continuous improvement and ensure the site execution team adheres to best practices and company policies.

--Minimum Requirements--
Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Sciences or Engineering.

Knowledge and Key Skills
•    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 2 years of experience in a supervisory role, including acting roles, or oversight of service/vendor personnel. Experience with EPC contractors, sub-contractors and vendors involved in the oil and gas industry.

If you would like to be considered for the position, please apply direct to this advertisement with your CV with contact details.