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Transforming the world.\nWood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.\nWe are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.\nEnergy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.\nWhat we can offer\nMeaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector\nCommitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business \nCompetitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market \nMedical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment\nGroup Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover \nEnd of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit\nThe Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company\nLong Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones\nCommitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests \nGlobal connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession \nEnergy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field\nJob Objective\nThe HVAC Superintendent is responsible for the overall supervision, coordination, execution, and completion of all HVAC installation and associated activities on a major EPCM project.\nThe role involves managing HVAC construction activities across multiple buildings and facilities, ensuring that all works are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved engineering drawings, project specifications, applicable codes and standards, quality requirements, and project schedules.\nThe HVAC Superintendent will coordinate closely with the EPCM construction management team, engineering, procurement, QA/QC, HSE, commissioning, subcontractors, vendors, and other construction disciplines to ensure successful project delivery.\n Construction Management and ExecutionLead and manage all HVAC construction and installation activities at site.\nSupervise installation of HVAC systems, including:Air handling units (AHUs) and fresh air handling units (FAHUs).\nChillers, cooling towers, pumps, and associated equipment.\nHVAC ductwork, fittings, dampers, and accessories.\nChilled water, condenser water, and refrigerant piping.\nExhaust, ventilation, pressurization, and smoke extraction systems.\nHVAC control systems, instrumentation, and BMS interfaces.\nFire and smoke dampers and associated life-safety interfaces.\n\nEnsure HVAC installation is carried out in accordance with approved IFC drawings, technical specifications, method statements, and applicable standards.\nManage construction activities across multiple buildings, plant facilities, utility areas, control rooms, electrical rooms, and other project facilities.\nMonitor daily construction progress and ensure work fronts are adequately planned and resourced.\nResolve site execution issues and coordinate technical clarifications with engineering.\nEnsure proper sequencing and integration of HVAC works with civil, structural, architectural, electrical, instrumentation, piping, and fire protection disciplines.\nPlanning and SchedulingDevelop and implement detailed HVAC construction execution plans.\nReview project schedules, milestones, and critical-path activities.\nEstablish weekly and daily work plans in coordination with the planning team.\nMonitor actual progress against planned targets and implement recovery measures where required.\nForecast manpower, equipment, tools, materials, and subcontractor requirements.\nIdentify potential delays, constraints, and interface issues and proactively implement mitigation measures.\nParticipate in daily coordination meetings, weekly progress meetings, and project schedule reviews.\nSubcontractor and Manpower ManagementManage and supervise HVAC subcontractors and installation contractors.\nAllocate work fronts and ensure optimum utilization of manpower and equipment.\nMonitor subcontractor productivity, performance, and compliance with project requirements.\nEnsure sufficient skilled manpower, supervisors, riggers, duct installers, pipe fitters, welders, and technicians are available.\nConduct regular toolbox meetings and construction coordination meetings.\nAddress performance issues and ensure subcontractors meet project deliverables and milestones.\nEngineering and Technical CoordinationReview HVAC IFC drawings, specifications, equipment layouts, sections, and installation details.\nCoordinate with engineering for resolution of technical queries, RFIs, and design discrepancies.\nReview equipment access, maintenance clearances, duct routing, piping layouts, and installation sequences.\nEnsure proper coordination of HVAC systems with other engineering disciplines.\nReview and provide input on method statements, lifting plans, installation procedures, and work permits.\nEnsure all site modifications and deviations are properly reviewed, approved, and documented.\nMaterials and Procurement CoordinationCoordinate with procurement, material management, and warehouse teams to ensure timely availability of HVAC materials and equipment.\nMonitor material delivery schedules against construction requirements.\nVerify materials received at site against approved material submittals and purchase specifications.\nMonitor material issuance, storage, preservation, and traceability.\nIdentify material shortages, long-lead equipment constraints, and potential procurement delays.\nEnsure equipment and materials are properly handled and protected against damage during storage and installation.\nQuality Assurance and Quality ControlEnsure HVAC works comply with approved project quality plans, ITPs, specifications, and applicable codes.\nCoordinate with QA/QC inspectors for inspections, testing, and documentation.\nEnsure installation inspections are completed at the required stages.\nMonitor ductwork leakage testing, piping pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, and equipment installation inspections.\nEnsure non-conformances and site observations are promptly addressed and closed.\nVerify installation quality before requesting inspections and system handover.\nEnsure proper completion of inspection records, test reports, checklists, and quality dossiers.\nHealth, Safety and Environment (HSE)Ensure strict compliance with project HSE policies, procedures, and site safety requirements.\nPromote a strong safety culture across all HVAC construction activities.\nEnsure approved risk assessments, job safety analyses, and method statements are implemented.\nMonitor safe execution of lifting operations, work at height, confined-space activities, hot work, and electrical isolation.\nConduct regular site safety inspections and participate in HSE audits.\nStop unsafe work and ensure corrective actions are implemented.\nEnsure all personnel attend required safety inductions and toolbox talks.\nPre-Commissioning and Commissioning SupportCoordinate with the commissioning team to ensure HVAC systems are completed in accordance with project handover requirements.\nEnsure equipment installation, ductwork, piping, electrical connections, controls, and instrumentation are ready for pre-commissioning.\nCoordinate system flushing, pressure testing, cleaning, leak testing, and functional checks.\nSupport testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) activities.\nCoordinate equipment start-up, functional testing, and performance testing.\nEnsure HVAC punch-list items are identified, prioritized, and closed.\nPrepare system completion documentation, inspection records, test certificates, and handover dossiers.\nSupport commissioning and final acceptance of HVAC systems.\nReporting and CoordinationPrepare daily and weekly HVAC construction progress reports.\nReport manpower, productivity, material status, work completed, and outstanding constraints.\nParticipate in construction coordination and interface meetings.\nEscalate critical construction issues, delays, and technical concerns to the Construction Manager.\nMaintain accurate records of work progress, inspections, material status, and subcontractor performance.\n Skills And Qualifications\nWhat makes you remarkable?\nAt Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.\nExpected\nBachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline.\nMinimum 15-20 years of relevant experience in HVAC construction and installation.\nMinimum 5-10 years in a supervisory or superintendent-level position on major industrial EPC/EPCM projects.\nProven experience in large-scale industrial, oil and gas, petrochemical, power, LNG, refinery, or infrastructure projects.\nStrong experience managing HVAC subcontractors and large multidisciplinary construction teams.\nExperience working within an EPCM project environment is highly desirable.\nDemonstrated experience in managing HVAC construction from mobilization and installation through pre-commissioning and commissioning.\nTechnical CompetenciesStrong knowledge of industrial HVAC systems and equipment.\nGood understanding of HVAC design drawings, IFC drawings, specifications, and installation requirements.\nKnowledge of ductwork 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