About the Organisation

McDermott International Ltd is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) services for the energy sector. With a rich history of delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for complex offshore and onshore projects, McDermott excels in oil and gas exploration, refining, petrochemicals, and renewable energy initiatives. Committed to safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, the company ensures all projects meet the highest standards.

Leveraging advanced technology and a skilled workforce, McDermott operates in key energy markets worldwide, forming strategic partnerships and focusing on continuous improvement. Its robust portfolio includes landmark projects that demonstrate its ability to tackle complex engineering challenges. For more information, visit www.mcdermott.com.

Job Summary

The Senior Field Engineer (Principal Tech Services Specialist) at McDermott will address complex business and technical challenges in the Tech Services discipline within the Onshore Construction function. The role involves providing expert support, managing site activities, and ensuring project efficiency with minimal supervision.

Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities

Support the Construction Manager with site-related activities as needed
Assist the General Superintendent with engineering information
Keep the Construction Manager and General Superintendent updated on engineering and construction changes
Assist in developing Site Change Orders
Collaborate with the Completions Manager to plan discipline activities
Liaise with the Site QA/QC Manager for final inspections and punch lists
Oversee the Site Document Management Department to ensure compliance with correspondence and filing systems
Support planning for construction tools, scaffolding, workstations, and other resources
Plan for the procurement, fabrication, and installation of required materials
Manage communication between Engineering and Construction using a Request for Information (RFI) system
Complete and integrate RFIs into turnover systems for client resolution
Record daily progress in WorkFace Planning software using input from Foremen and General Foremen
Conduct weekly meetings with Superintendents to plan work for the next three weeks
Develop weekly work plans at the IWP level with General Foremen/Superintendents and track in WorkFace Planning
Request materials via WRFIs to material management and track delivery
Document and share lessons learned from IWPs

Qualifications, Education, and Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
7 to 10 years of experience in construction
Intermediate knowledge of construction processes, progress tracking, material management, document control, and time management
Ability to drive and support changes in processes and project culture
Advanced understanding of planning and sequencing construction activities
Confident team member able to communicate across various organizational levels
Strong attention to detail with a proven track record in meeting deadlines, problem-solving, and troubleshooting
Respected for integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism
Energetic with a positive, can-do attitude and results-oriented mindset
Advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Access and Excel