Construction Section Head - Mechanical

Archirodon Group N.V

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ASAB, Sahil, Abu Dhabi, ae on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 19, 2026 Last posted February 19, 2026
Job description

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.

  • Lead and supervise all mechanical construction and execution activities, including static and rotating systems.
  • Manage installation of pumps, compressors, turbines, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, tanks, boilers, and packaged units, ensuring quality and schedule compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to ADNOC standards, project specifications, and international codes (API, ASME, ISO).
  • Review, approve, and monitor method statements, lifting plans, risk assessments, and work procedures.
  • Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, HSE, planning, and commissioning teams for seamless project execution.
  • Implement and enforce Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems in live plant environments.
  • Supervise subcontractors, ensuring productivity, quality targets, and timelines are met.
  • Participate in mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning, resolving technical issues and managing interfaces.
  • Prepare progress reports, manpower plans, and resource allocation schedules to optimize project delivery.

Criteria:

  • Proven experience in mechanical construction leadership.
  • Strong knowledge of rotating and static system execution.
  • Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and manage subcontractors efficiently.
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical completion and commissioning.
  • Expertise in ADNOC standards and international codes for mechanical works.
  • Bachelor’s / Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Minimum 12–15 years of experience in Oil & Gas construction projects.
  • At least 5 years in a senior supervisory or section head role (Mechanical).
  • Strong experience in installation of rotating and static equipment.
  • Proven ADNOC or major GCC Oil & Gas project experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of API, ASME, OEM installation requirements, and equipment alignment procedures.
  • Strong understanding of HSE standards and PTW systems.
  • Experience managing large mechanical teams and subcontractors.
  • Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in fast-track and high-pressure project environments.
About this role

Summary

Lead mechanical construction activities, manage teams, ensure standards, and oversee project execution.

Job title

Construction Section Head - Mechanical

Experience level

12-15 years

Industry

engineering

Location requirements

Abu Dhabi, on-site, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

mechanical engineeringADNOC standardsAPIASMEISOHSEPTWteam management

Preferred skills

rotating equipmentstatic equipmentproject managementGCC Oil & Gas experienceOEM installation

Specializations

mechanical constructionrotating systemsstatic systemsinstallationmechanical completion
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

On-site City