Construction Lead

Construction Lead - Marine/Dredging WorksLocation: Qatar Onshore (Doha initially, then Ras Laffan Project Site Offices)Contract Duration: 36 Months (with possibility of extension)Work Schedule: 10 hours/day, 5 days/week (22 days/month)Estimated Start Date: February 2026We are seeking a Construction Lead for a major marine and dredging project. The role will provide supervision and coordination of EPC construction activities, with a focus on port dredging, land reclamation, and offshore civil works.Job Purpose Oversee EPC construction activities for marine/dredging projects.Review engineering documents from FEED and detail design phases related to construction.Manage initial focus on dredging and area reclamation works. Reporting & Relationships Reports to Project Manager (Dredging).Direct reports: None.Frequent internal contact with project teams and operations departments.Frequent external contact with EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, specialist consultants, and port authorities. Job Context & Major Challenges Complex marine and underwater works in a busy port environment.Coordinate dredging, land reclamation, sediment disposal, and breakwater construction under tight quality and environmental standards.Critical scheduling and resource management to minimise downtime.Ensure regulatory and environmental compliance in line with Qatar standards.Manage interfaces between port infrastructure, dredging contractors, shipping operations, and terminal activities.Innovate in construction execution and methods, leveraging experience from previous large-scale projects. Key Responsibilities Act as a safety leader, participate in Toolbox Talks, task instructions, and site safety walkthroughs.Oversee site mobilisation, manpower planning, and execution of major construction packages.Manage interfaces with engineering, procurement, commissioning teams, and contractors.Review and approve construction deliverables submitted by EPC contractors.Monitor progress, productivity, costs, change orders, and schedules, implementing mitigation actions as needed.Resolve field issues in collaboration with engineering and project stakeholders.Evaluate contractor performance, ensure safety compliance, and manage inspections.Manage RFIs, change orders, progress payments, and communications with contractors and consultants.Assist in the development of Project Execution Plans, Safety Plans, and QA/QC plans specific to marine/dredging works.Monitor delivery of EPC materials to the project site. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering.Minimum 8 years' experience in construction, including at least 4 years in the Oil & Gas industry and 1 year in a supervisory or oversight role.Extensive experience working with EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and service companies.Knowledge of all phases of project execution, including start-up, handover, and technical issue resolution.Experience in berth design and seabed dredging is advantageous.Strong knowledge of EPC/EPCI processes, ASME/API codes, constructability reviews, risk assessments, and job safety analysis.Proficiency in construction scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, cost tracking, and quality systems. Technical and Business Skills Fluent in written and spoken English.Strong leadership and personal integrity.Excellent analytical, organisational, coordination, and planning skills.Effective written and verbal communication at all levels.Good mediation, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and influencing skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.Deep knowledge of civil engineering standards, codes, and industry best practices. Health, Safety & Environment Ensure all activities comply with company HSE and quality policies.Support development of local employees and workforce knowledge transfer.Ensure compliance with anti-trust, competition, and internal company policies.