Full-Time
Lead Contract Engineer
Posted on 9/8/2026
Wood
10,001+ employees
Global energy engineering and project services
No salary listed
Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
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- A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, Business Administration or a related discipline.
- At least 15 years of relevant experience in contract management and contract administration within the oil and gas industry.
- Significant experience supporting major onshore and offshore greenfield developments.
- Extensive experience managing EPC, EPCM, PMC and major construction contracts.
- Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial management and contract administration principles.
- Proven experience evaluating contractor claims, variations and Extension of Time submissions.
- Experience supporting large-scale oil and gas capital projects throughout execution and close-out phases.
- Strong understanding of change management, claims management and dispute resolution processes.
- Experience reviewing project schedules and project controls information for contractual assessments.
- Familiarity with international contract forms and contractual frameworks.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams and multiple stakeholder environments.
- Previous experience working within a PMC/EPCM environment representing the owner or operator.
- Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Lead all contract administration and contract management activities for assigned project packages.
- Serve as the primary PMC focal point for contractual matters between ADNOC Offshore, the PMC and EPC contractors.
- Review and administer EPC, procurement, construction and service contracts throughout project execution.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, project procedures and ADNOC contractual requirements.
- Provide contractual guidance and commercial support to the Project Management Team and project stakeholders.
- Interpret contract terms and conditions and provide recommendations on contractual rights, obligations and liabilities.
- Review, evaluate and manage contractor correspondence relating to contractual issues.
- Support the preparation, review and negotiation of contract amendments, variations and supplemental agreements.
- Evaluate contractor change requests and assess contractual and commercial impacts.
- Manage the change management process and ensure proper contractual documentation of approved changes.
- Review and assess Extension of Time submissions and associated contractual entitlements.
- Evaluate contractor claims relating to delays, disruptions, acceleration, productivity losses and additional compensation.
- Prepare contractual assessments, recommendations and formal responses to contractor claims.
- Support project teams in resolving contractual disputes and minimizing commercial risks.
- Maintain comprehensive records of contractual communications, notices, claims and change documentation.
- Participate in commercial and contractual risk assessments throughout project execution.
- Identify potential contractual exposures and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Review contractor performance against contractual commitments and project milestones.
- Monitor compliance with key contractual deliverables, obligations and performance requirements.
- Coordinate with Project Controls, Planning, Cost Control and Engineering teams to support contractual assessments.
- Review and validate contractual aspects of project schedules, progress reports and commercial submissions.
- Support procurement and tendering activities, including bid clarification and contract award recommendations when required.
- Ensure timely issuance and management of contractual notices in accordance with contract requirements.
- Participate in progress meetings, commercial reviews and management review sessions.
- Prepare contractual reports, commercial summaries and management presentations.
- Interface with ADNOC Legal, Supply Chain, Commercial and Project Management teams on contractual matters.
- Support project close-out activities, final account negotiations and contract completion processes.
- Ensure compliance with company governance, ethics, audit and contractual control requirements.
- Promote best practices in contract administration, commercial management and dispute avoidance.
- Provide leadership, mentoring and technical guidance to contract administration personnel within the project team.
- Strong understanding of ADNOC contractual and commercial processes.
Wood delivers engineering, project management, and technical services for energy and materials projects worldwide. It combines engineering know-how with program management and multi-disciplinary teams to plan, design, build, and optimize large projects across oil and gas, renewables, and environmental consulting. Its mix of traditional oilfield services and a broad energy-transition portfolio comes from its growth through organic expansion and the Amec Foster Wheeler merger, enabling integrated solutions across offshore, onshore, and environmental work. Its goal is to support clients through the global energy transition by delivering reliable project delivery at scale and creating sustainable, long-term value.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Founded
1912
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 2, 2026 Serica gave Wood a five-year Bruce EPCC framework through 2030.
- July 30, 2026 Wood won PMC on Vietnam’s $1.5 billion Dung Quat expansion.
- May 19, 2026 Mantel named Wood preferred integration partner for fired-equipment carbon capture.
What critics are saying
- March 4, 2026 FCA fined Wood £12.9 million for inaccurate results and weak controls.
- July 30, 2026 FRC opened probes into KPMG and two accountants over Wood’s 2022-2024 audits.
- Sidara’s March 2026 rescue tied Wood to debt extensions, exposing any 2028 refinancing snag.
What makes Wood unique
- March 10, 2026 Sidara bought Wood, keeping its standalone brand and 55,000-person scale.
- Wood’s installed-base expertise wins life-extension work like Serica’s Bruce platform in 2026.
- Wood spans LNG, refining, and carbon capture, linking engineering, operations, and decarbonization.
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End of Service Gratuity
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Wood selected by Serica Energy to support Bruce Platform life extension. Wood, a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations, has secured an engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning (EPCC) framework contract... Wood, a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations, has secured an engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning (EPCC) framework contract with Serica Energy to support the extension of the life of the Bruce platform in the UK North Sea. Under the five-year framework contract, Wood will deliver a portfolio of engineering services covering engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning on the asset which will support the extension of production through to 2030 and beyond, while improving operational efficiency and reliability. In case you missed it: The portfolio will be delivered by a substantial multidisciplinary team of Wood personnel in Aberdeen and offshore, drawing on established asset knowledge to support operational continuity. Steve Nicol, Chief Operating Officer of Operations at Wood, said: "This contract reflects the trust Serica Energy places in our ability to provide safe, predictable and integrated EPCC services. We will apply our deep asset knowledge and collaborative approach to support Serica's long-term plans for the Bruce platform and help maximise value through reliable execution." Wood has partnered with Serica Energy since 2018, most recently bringing the Bruce flare gas recovery system into operation. This year, Wood will deliver several projects for Serica Energy, spanning project delivery, offshore construction and commissioning.
CHA appoints Erik Larson as Chief Operating Officer. CHA Consulting, Inc. (CHA) announced the appointment of Erik Larson as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. An accomplished operational leader, Larson brings more than two decades of experience spanning engineering, consulting, energy, technology, and the military. In his new role, Erik will serve on the executive leadership team and be responsible for driving operational excellence, enterprise performance, and profitable growth across the organization. Working alongside its operations and corporate teams, he will lead enterprise-wide transformation to achieve CHA's value-creation goals, including operational leadership and scalability, growth and performance, project-delivery excellence, sector collaboration, mergers and acquisitions due diligence, and integration of new firms. Erik formerly served as President of Corporate Development and Strategy at Wood, a global consulting and engineering company, where he led enterprise-wide strategy, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and portfolio optimization initiatives. He previously held executive leadership roles during his 14-year tenure at Jacobs and has seven years of active service in the U.S. Army. "CHA's growth has always been fueled by its ability to find new and innovative ways to deliver value to our clients," said Erik Larson. "With technology-enabled project delivery and strong operational discipline, CHA is built for what's next. I'm excited to continue strengthening operations as a powerful driver of value." Erik holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management from the United States Military Academy at West Point, as well as an MBA and a Master of Science in Finance from Walsh College.
H&MV engineering appoints ken Gilmartin to lead U.S. Operations. 21 Aug 2026 H&MV Engineering has appointed Ken Gilmartin, former CEO of Wood, as Executive Vice President, U.S., as the company accelerates its expansion in the American market. Based in Dallas, Gilmartin will lead H&MV's U.S. operations and oversee its growing portfolio across high-voltage infrastructure, data centres, energy and renewable projects. He previously held senior leadership roles at Jacobs. The appointment comes as H&MV expands its U.S. presence. The company entered the market in 2025, acquired Texas-based Cooke Power Services in January 2026 and plans to open its Dallas headquarters later this year. The move follows a recent investment transaction valuing H&MV at approximately €1.4 billion, supporting its international expansion. H&MV currently has more than 1,900 employees and over 24 GW of projects in design and construction.
Wood secures contract for Dung Quat Refinery Upgrade and Expansion Project. Published by Ellie Brosnan, Editorial Assistant Hydrocarbon Engineering, Thursday, 30 July 2026 12:00 Wood has been awarded a new contract from Binh Son Refining (BSR) to carry out Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services for the Dung Quat Refinery Upgrade and Expansion Project in Vietnam. Following completion of the feasibility study and front-end engineering design (FEED) phases, Wood will manage and supervise delivery of the project on BSR's behalf - covering design and engineering review, procurement, and contract management, project controls, quality, HSSE, construction management, and commissioning support. The US$1.5 billion upgrade and expansion will modernise Vietnam's first oil refinery which is critical to the country's energy security. Commissioning is scheduled to begin in 2028, with the expansion increasing refining capacity to 171 000 bpd and adding six proprietary technology units which will enable the site to process varying types of crude oil. The upgraded facility will also produce fuels that meet Euro 5 emission standards, supporting Vietnam's environmental objectives and regulatory requirements. At a signing ceremony in Hanoi earlier this month, John Mtanios, Wood's President of APAC, said: "We are delighted to continue our long-standing partnership with BSR on this strategically important project for Vietnam. Having supported BSR for more than 30 years, delivering feasibility Studies, FEED, and PMC services, we are proud to contribute to the country's energy security ambitions while supporting the production of cleaner, more sustainable fuels." BSR is a subsidiary of Vietnam National Industry - Energy Group (Petrovietnam). A podcast series for professionals in the downstream industry featuring short, insightful interviews. Subscribe on your favourite podcast app to start listening today. Embed article link: (copy the HTML code below):
Mantel and Wood announce MOU to scale high-temperature carbon capture. May 20, 2026 BY Mantel Capture, Inc. Mantel announced Tuesday it signed a memorandum of understanding with Wood to expand deployment of high-temperature carbon capture technology across industrial sectors. Under the agreement, Mantel named Wood its preferred technology provider for fired-equipment integration in future commercial projects. The companies said the partnership builds on years of collaboration integrating carbon capture systems into industrial equipment including boilers, gas turbines and once-through steam generators. Mantel said the agreement supports commercialization of its molten-borate carbon capture technology, which is designed to reduce costs and improve efficiency by capturing carbon dioxide directly from high-temperature industrial processes without cooling and reheating flue gas. The partnership is already advancing Mantel's first commercial project, a steam-assisted gravity drainage facility in Western Canada. Wood is leading front-end engineering and design work for the project, which is expected to capture about 60,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide annually while producing 150,000 metric tons of high-pressure steam for operations. "Successfully deploying carbon capture in heavy industry requires more than innovative chemistry; it has to work within the realities of how these systems run day in and day out," said Cameron Halliday, Mantel co-founder and CEO. Wood said integrating carbon capture directly into steam generation systems could reduce emissions and improve efficiency in hard-to-abate sectors such as oil and gas, manufacturing and power generation. Mantel and Wood said additional projects are already in development across multiple industries. March 16, 2026 PSB Industries is promoting a catalytic oxidation system designed to remove VOCs from CO[2] off-gas at RNG facilities, enabling operators to purify and recover CO[2] for resale while reducing emissions and lowering operating costs compared to traditional thermal oxidation methods. February 24, 2026 A new study finds that enhanced rock weathering could remove up to 350 million tonnes of CO[2] annually by 2050 by accelerating natural rock reactions that lock away carbon. ERW uses crushed rock applied to soil and offers long-term carbon storage along with potential agricultural benefits. While early carbon credits and rising investment signal growing momentum, challenges remain in verification, logistics and large-scale adoption. February 17, 2026 DeCarbon Copenhagen 2026 will run Feb. 24-26 and unite Europe's biomass, carbon-removal and digital-infrastructure communities. 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