Construction Specialist (OnsCon)
Company: McDermott
Role summary
Construction Specialist (OnsCon) is a full-time role at McDermott in Doha, Doha, Qatar (on-site). Posted 2026-10-20. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Construction Specialist (OnsCon)
- Company
- McDermott
- Location
- Doha, Doha, Qatar
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Trades & Construction
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-20
You’ll enjoy a lot of variety here, working on a range of practical construction projects while picking up valuable industry knowledge along the way. It’s a great opportunity to build your technical career with a global leader that provides clear guidance and support as you develop your professional expertise.
Job description
Job Overview:
The Construction Specialist applies their conceptual knowledge of Construction and, with a moderate level of guidance and direction from colleagues and leadership, is responsible for solving a range of straightforward construction problems. They will be responsible for analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures and building knowledge of the company, processes, and customers. The Construction Specialist understands key business drivers and applies this knowledge to solve problems in straightforward situations by analyzing possible solutions using technical experience, judgment, and precedents.
Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Oversee onshore construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring that all work is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and budgets, and ensure that they are regularly updated and communicated to all stakeholders
Coordinate all construction activities with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, to ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standards
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and identify any issues that may impact the project schedule, budget, or quality
Ensure that all construction work conforms to all applicable regulations, standards, and quality requirements
Manage the procurement of construction materials, equipment, and services in accordance with project requirements, budgets, and schedules
Provide regular reports to senior management on the progress and status of the project, including any issues that may require their attention
Contribute to the development and implementation of safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment on EPCI project sites
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications and Education:
3 to 5+ years of experience in onshore construction management within the EPCI industry
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as civil engineering, construction management, or similar
Experience overseeing projects in the oil and gas, renewable energy, or power generation sectors is preferred
Excellent project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
Strong understanding of construction methods, techniques, and technologies, and the ability to apply them effectively to onshore construction projects
Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and safety requirements in the EPCI industry
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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