Hook Up Superintendent - Piping / Mechanical

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Aberdeen
6 days ago
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Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.


Wood is recruiting for a Hook‑up Superintendent to join its Operations Business. Construction Delivery assures the quality and integrity of each project, bringing projects in on schedule and within budget. Using construction management procedures and experience, provide continuity and consistency of the construction Hook‑up phase with quality assurance and reliable control.


The position will be based in Aberdeen with business trips to Dubai.


What We Can Offer

  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
  • Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
  • Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for construction and contractor related deliverables
  • Supervises Discipline areas on projects
  • Responsible for management and execution of discipline construction project(s) in accordance with the requirements of the contract between the company and the client, and in accordance with the company’s operating policies and principles.
  • Responsible for execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project.
  • Responsible for installation, commissioning support and completion activities of materials and equipment.
  • Coordinates field personnel work schedules to maximise utilisation and ensure work is delivered on schedule
  • Ability to monitor work progress and report against the plan.
  • Ensure safety, quality and environmental responsibilities and accountabilities have been defined and communicated to workers engaged within their area(s) of control
  • Ensure all workers within their area(s) of control receive appropriate training to perform their work in a safe, legal and competent manner including any Health and Safety and site‑specific inductions
  • Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirements
  • Coordinate supply and delivery of equipment, subcontractors, consumables, accommodation and other project‑specific requirements, in accordance with client/contract document specifications and in accordance with Wood Policies & Procedures
  • Works with engineering in the design phases to influence the design for optimum constructability

Qualifications

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.


What makes you remarkable?

  • Typically minimum qualified to ISCED Level 5 (technical diploma / apprenticeship) or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • Appropriate level of field construction experience, typically gained through extensive post‑qualification experience in a relevant industry

Personal Attributes

  • Well organised, observant, good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Display both good judgment and leadership qualities
  • Ability to work with timelines/targets
  • Ability to be assertive and drive culture change when required
  • Excellent interpersonal organisational, communication and team building skills
  • Role model Wood's values & behaviours

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com


Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.


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