Engineering Manager

Job DescriptionWood is recruiting for an Engineering Manager to join its UAE Business Unit, focusing on execution of the engineering portion of a multi‑discipline engineering scope of work on one or more projects.This is a full‑time office‑based role in Sharjah, UAE with a travel requirement.Key ObjectivesResponsible for the execution of the engineering portion of a multi‑discipline engineering scope of work on one or more projects/work scopes. Has responsibility for coordinating and completing the various engineering, and start‑up aspects of a project(s) while meeting HSSE, quality, schedule, and budget performance goals. Has responsibility for the technical excellence of the engineering portion of a project(s) across all disciplines.Contributes To Delivery Of Engineering Excellence ThroughDriving technical assurance on the assigned scope(s) of workManaging and leading, supporting, and supervising the discipline engineering teams on the assigned scope(s) of workManagement of key stakeholders in the execution and delivery of contracted activities.Developing and retaining motivated and competent peopleTraining and mentoring discipline engineering teamsUndertaking the role of process ownerDriving safety by designDriving and leading on opportunities for innovationKey Accountabilities And ResponsibilitiesDriving technical assuranceContinuous promotion of corporate / client‑specific procedures.Assist in incident investigations as required.Monitors compliance with standards and processes to assure delivery.Roll out and implementation of learning opportunities from across the business.Driving continual focus on process safety through the engineering team.Driving elimination of technical incidents through robust controls, incident reviews and embedding lessons learned.Identifies and mitigates areas of risk and improvement opportunities.Identifies and pursues improvement opportunities.Managing and leading, supporting and supervising the multidiscipline engineering team.Managing and leading, supporting and supervising the multidiscipline engineering teamPlan, organise, direct, control, and evaluate the activities and operations of a multidiscipline engineering team.Assist in the management of recruitment, selection, transfers, performance management, succession planning and promotion of resources to meet engineering team requirements.Ensuring appropriately resourced and competent personnel on project/contract.Oversight and control of Engineering Histogram to support workforce planning.Assist in setting & maintaining standards for the development and retention of motivated and competent people.Management of key stakeholders in the execution and delivery of contracted activitiesResponsible for the engineering content of project execution plans for assigned contracts/projects.Responsible for the direction and management of the engineering and associated project activities of the business grouping/Project.Manage and direct resources efficiently and effectively.Consult and negotiate with clients to prepare specifications, explain proposals, and present engineering reports and findings.Assign, co‑ordinate and review the technical work of the department or project teams.Focuses on managerial concerns of the project such as cost, completion date, and resource allocation. Provides expert resolution of issues and monitors the integration of work.Reviews technical concepts of major projects.Personally participates in solving difficult technical problems.Resolves conflicts that are complex and manage divergent audience.Responsible for facilitating agreement between conflicting parties.Resolves issues which are non‑recurring and occasionally novel.Carries responsibility for the resolution of major problems for the engineering segment.Assist in identifying and requesting functional support to projects/contracts as required.Accountable for the efficient planning and management of engineering resources, identifying and pursuing opportunities for margin improvement, including HVEC utilisation.Undertaking the role of process ownerDevelop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the department.Direct the application of existing principles and the development of new policies and strategies aligned with OU, BU, and Corporate objectives.Conduit for a regulatory framework, legislation changes, initiatives, and industry technology developments.What We Can OfferMeaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq.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.Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and intere