Head of Construction (Fabrication)

Work Setup

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

Job Purpose

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.