Senior Quality Engineer (Procurement)-PMC (site based)

Job Description

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

The Role

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC-Senior Quality Engineer (Procurement)-Site based for one of our key clients in Abu Dhabi as part of our ADNOC Gas PMC team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.

Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be full time site based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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 renumeration 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’ service 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

• Lead Procurement Quality Oversight Oversee quality assurance activities related to the procurement of major equipment and services, ensuring alignment with project specifications, budgets, and delivery schedules.
• Strengthen Supplier Quality Performance Build and maintain strong relationships with qualified vendors, focusing on consistent quality, reliability, and adherence to international standards and client requirements.
• Ensure Compliance with Contractual Quality Terms Review and validate purchase orders and supplier documentation to ensure compliance with technical, legal, and quality benchmarks while minimizing risk exposure.
• Support Cross-Functional Quality Integration Collaborate with engineering, planning, and procurement teams to embed quality controls throughout the procurement lifecycle and support milestone achievement.
• Drive Quality-Centric Cost Optimization Identify opportunities for value engineering and alternative sourcing that enhance quality outcomes while supporting cost-efficiency and timely delivery.
  
  

Responsibilities

The Senior Quality Engineer (Procurement) – Site-Based is responsible for overseeing the quality assurance aspects of procurement activities throughout FEED and detailed design phases. This role ensures that all procured materials and services meet project specifications, international standards, and client expectations. Operating from the project site, the engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to uphold quality compliance, mitigate risks, and drive supplier performance in alignment with the Quality Management System (QMS).

Key Accountabilities And Responsibilities

• Procurement Quality Strategy Execution Implement quality-focused procurement strategies that support project timelines, budgets, and technical requirements.
• Supplier Qualification & Evaluation Identify and assess vendors through technical audits, documentation reviews, and compliance checks to ensure quality and reliability.
• Contractual Quality Compliance Review and validate purchase orders and subcontract agreements to ensure alignment with quality standards and minimize risk exposure.
• Technical Documentation Review Analyze engineering drawings, datasheets, and specifications to confirm procurement deliverables meet required quality benchmarks.
• Inspection & Verification Oversight Manage site-based inspections, material verification, and quality documentation for incoming goods and services.
• Supplier Performance Monitoring Conduct audits and performance reviews to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with engineering, procurement, planning, and HSE teams to integrate quality controls across procurement workflows.
• Reporting & Recordkeeping Maintain accurate quality records, inspection logs, and supplier KPIs; provide regular updates to project and quality management.
• Risk Mitigation & Corrective Action Identify procurement-related quality risks, lead root cause analysis, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing Support junior quality staff, promote best practices, and contribute to the development of procurement quality procedures.
  
  

Qualifications

kills And 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.

Expected

• Bachelor of Engineering in related discipline
• Experience as Quality Engineer in Procurement background.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in Oil and Gas industry with 5 years of experience in similar role
• ADNOC projects experience is mandatory
  
  

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.