Job Description

Responsible for managing the full piping scope (fabrication and installation), ensuring safe, on-time, and compliant execution in large-scale industrial projects such as ammonia, methanol, and petrochemical plants.

This is a highly operational, site-driven role.

Key Responsibilities

Scope Management

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  Manage all piping activities: spool definition, fabrication (on/off-site), and installation
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  Define critical lines, system sequences, and work fronts

Planning & Control

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  Weekly planning and 4-week lookahead
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  Ensure material and resource availability
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  Monitor productivity (fabrication and erection)
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  Track progress, costs, and schedule

Team & Subcontractor Management

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  Coordinate piping supervisors
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  Manage subcontractors in terms of performance, quality, safety, and contractual compliance
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  Lead coordination meetings

Quality & Compliance

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  Ensure compliance with codes and standards (ASME, API, etc.)
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  Control inspections, welding, traceability, and NDT
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  Review reports and payment applications

Interfaces & Reporting

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  Coordinate with engineering, construction, commissioning, and HSE teams
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  Handle RFIs and technical queries
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  Report to the Mechanical Site Manager

HSE (Safety)

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  Enforce safety procedures
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  Ensure proper lifting and material handling plans
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  Promote a strong safety culture

Requirements

Education

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  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Experience

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  Minimum 5 years in similar roles
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  Strong experience in piping fabrication and erection
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  Petrochemical project experience is preferred

Technical Skills

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  Materials: Carbon steel, alloy steel (P11, P22, P91), stainless steel, HDPE, GRP
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  Codes and standards: ASME, API

Languages

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  English is mandatory
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  Spanish, Portuguese, French, or German are a plus

Soft Skills

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  Strong leadership
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  Clear communication
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  Problem-solving mindset
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  Results-oriented

What They Offer

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  International project exposure
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  Multicultural working environment
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  Continuous training
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  Competitive salary and benefits