Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery

Wood PLC

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery with a proven track record in the delivering detailed package performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field

Job Objective

• The Lead Project Engineer - Package Delivery is accountable for managing post-order execution of engineered packages, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with contractual and project requirements, and alignment with Required on Site (ROS) dates. This role involves vendor documentation control, manufacturing progress monitoring, logistics coordination, technical issue resolution, inspections, and site readiness. The position requires close collaboration with vendors, internal and client engineering disciplines, QA/QC, procurement, and logistics teams to maintain quality standards and mitigate risks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Vendor Document Review:

• Coordinate multidisciplinary review of vendor documents (engineering, QA/QC, HSE) internally and with Client teams
• Understanding of the Key Vendor Documents, which will have a major impact on the delivery and prioritizing approval
• Ensure timely submission, review, and approval of vendor documentation per project schedule

Manufacturing Progress Monitoring:

• Track vendor manufacturing progress through expediting reports and factory visits
• Validate claimed progress against actual milestones; certify for payment purposes
• Escalate delays and implement corrective actions with vendors

Logistics Coordination:

• Develop and monitor delivery schedules to meet ROS dates
• Coordinate packing, shipping, and customs clearance with logistics teams
• Ensure compliance with Incoterms and project logistics requirements

Technical Issue Resolution:

• Liaise with engineering, QA/QC, and client teams to resolve technical and quality issues
• Communicate resolutions to vendors and ensure timely implementation

Inspection & FAT Coordination:

• Manage Pre-Inspection Meetings (PIM), inspections, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
• Support inspection teams and expedite FAT completion
• Ensure punch list closure before shipment

Site Delivery & ROS Compliance:

• Ensure packages are delivered before ROS dates
• Coordinate vendor engineer mobilization for installation and commissioning support

Expediting Reports & Communication:

• Review and validate expediting reports before circulation
• Maintain transparent communication on delivery status, risks, and mitigation plans

Vendor Performance Evaluation:

• Monitor vendor responsiveness and contractual compliance
• Highlight performance gaps and recommend corrective measures

Risk Management & Mitigation:

• Identify potential risks impacting delivery and propose mitigation strategies
• Drive proactive actions to prevent delays and cost overruns