Construction Manager – Offshore Energy Project

About the role

Wood is looking for an experienced Construction Manager to lead a major offshore energy project in Angola. The role covers construction planning, execution readiness, contractor coordination, logistics management and project delivery, ensuring safe, efficient and successful execution while keeping strong relationships with clients, contractors and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Lead construction planning and execution for the assigned project scope
• Ensure work meets project specifications, safety requirements, quality standards, schedules and budgets
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors and field personnel
• Support installation, commissioning and project completion
• Monitor progress and give regular status updates to project leadership
• Drive construction readiness, including logistics planning and resource coordination
• Promote a strong safety culture across all activities
• Review designs and work packages for constructability
• Identify and manage construction risks, opportunities and changes
• Maintain effective relationships with clients, vendors, contractors and internal stakeholders

Required profile

• At least 10 years in construction management for oil & gas, energy, industrial or major infrastructure projects
• Experience leading multidisciplinary construction teams and managing contractors in complex environments
• Background in offshore and/or brownfield project execution
• Proven record of delivering projects safely, on schedule and within budget
• International project experience highly desirable
• Diploma, trade qualification, engineering degree or equivalent; additional qualifications in construction or project management are advantageous

Required skills

• Leadership and team management
• Communication and stakeholder engagement
• Planning, organisation and problem solving
• Ability to work in a multicultural, fast-paced environment
• Commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence