Senior QC Engineer - Civil & Structural (Buildings & Pipelines)

Job Description

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

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

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
  
  

The Key Objectives For This Role Are

• Responsible for managing and implementing all Quality Control activities related to civil, structural, building, and pipeline construction works at the project site under an EPCM contract. The role ensures that construction activities are executed in compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, applicable codes and standards, and client quality requirements.
• The position requires close coordination with EPCM engineering teams, construction contractors, third-party inspectors, and the client to ensure quality objectives are achieved throughout the project lifecycle.
  
  

Responsibilities

Quality Control & Assurance

• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) for civil, structural, building, and pipeline construction works.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, IFC drawings, approved method statements, and applicable international standards (ACI, ASTM, BS, EN, AISC, API, ASME, ISO, etc.).
• Review and approve contractor Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, and quality procedures for civil, structural, and pipeline works.
• Conduct regular site inspections and surveillance of activities including:
• Earthworks, excavation, backfilling, and compaction
• Concrete works (foundations, slabs, columns, beams, walls)
• Reinforcement installation and formwork
• Structural steel fabrication, erection, and bolting
• Buildings and architectural works
• Underground and aboveground pipelines (trenching, welding, coating, wrapping, backfilling)

Inspection & Testing

• Witness and verify inspections and tests such as:
• Soil compaction and field density tests
• Concrete sampling, slump tests, compressive strength tests
• Reinforcement and structural steel inspections
• Welding inspections and NDT coordination for pipelines
• Coating, wrapping, and holiday testing for pipelines
• Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing (as applicable)
• Ensure all inspections and tests are properly documented and traceable.

Non-Conformance & Corrective Actions

• Identify quality issues and raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Review and approve corrective and preventive action plans.
• Monitor implementation and closure of NCRs in coordination with contractors and EPCM management.
  
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Review and approve inspection reports, test results, material approvals, and quality records.
• Ensure proper maintenance of civil/structural and pipeline quality dossiers and as-built documentation.
• Prepare periodic quality progress and compliance reports for EPCM management and the client.
  
  

Coordination & Interface Management

• Interface with EPCM engineering teams to resolve technical and constructability issues.
• Coordinate with construction, planning, commissioning, and HSE teams to ensure quality and schedule alignment.
• Support client, third-party, and regulatory audits and inspections.
• Participate in site meetings, quality reviews, and technical discussions.
  
  

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure quality activities are conducted in full compliance with project HSE requirements.
• Promote quality awareness and best practices on site.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior QC engineers and inspectors.
  
  

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

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.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in civil, structural, building, and pipeline construction quality control.
• At least 5 years in a Senior QC Engineer role within EPCM or EPC project environments.
• Experience on oil & gas, industrial, infrastructure, or large building projects is highly preferred.
  
  

Certifications (Preferred)

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor
• CSWIP / Welding Inspection (for pipeline works)
• Concrete or coating inspection certifications (advantage)
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of civil, structural, and pipeline construction standards and practices.
• Thorough understanding of EPCM construction execution and contractor management.
• Excellent inspection, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities.
• Proficiency in quality documentation, reporting, and record control systems.
  
  

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.