Job Description

We are currently recruiting for PMC Senior Planning Engineer role to support our ADNOC Offshore project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at our client office with a possibility to move to offshore rotation in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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

The Role

The Senior Planning Engineer (PMC) is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling integrated project schedules for ADNOC Offshore projects, ensuring alignment with ADNOC standards, project milestones, and contractual requirements. The role supports project delivery through effective planning, progress measurement, and reporting across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.

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 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

Responsibilities

Planning & Scheduling

Develop and maintain Level 3 / Level 4 project schedules using Primavera P6 in line with ADNOC Offshore requirements
Establish WBS, CBS, and project baselines for engineering, procurement, construction, hook-up, and commissioning
Ensure schedules reflect contract scope, execution strategy, and offshore constraints

Project Control & Monitoring

Monitor project progress against approved baselines and identify schedule risks and slippages
Perform critical path analysis, what-if scenarios, and recovery planning
Evaluate EPC contractor schedules and provide recommendations to ADNOC Offshore

Reporting

Prepare and review weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and look-ahead schedules
Provide accurate forecasts for project completion and key milestones
Support management with schedule performance indicators and variance analysis

Interface & Coordination

Interface with ADNOC Offshore, EPC contractors, subcontractors, and discipline leads
Coordinate with cost control, risk, procurement, and construction teams
Participate in progress meetings, planning workshops, and risk reviews

Change & Risk Management

Assess schedule impact of variations, claims, and change orders
Support delay analysis and extension of time (EOT) evaluations
Identify planning-related risks and propose mitigation measures

Compliance & Standards

Ensure compliance with ADNOC Offshore Project Management Procedures, HSE standards, and quality requirements
Maintain proper planning documentation and audit trails

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's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or equivalent)
Minimum 15 years of planning experience in oil & gas projects
At least 5+ years in a PMC role supporting ADNOC Offshore or similar operators
Strong experience in offshore brownfield and greenfield projects
Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6
Solid understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning workflows
Experience with progress measurement systems and schedule risk analysis
Knowledge of ADNOC offshore execution methodologies is a strong advantage
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Ability to work in a multi-cultural, fast-paced project environment

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.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.