Location: Erbil
Job Type:
Permanent
Sectors:
Default
Closing Date:
2025-08-27
About vacancy
mselect is looking to hire a Construction Manager for an international industrial client in Erbil, Iraq. Candidates must have a minimum of 15 years in the oil and gas sector, with specific experience in tank farm construction. Fluency in English, Kurdish and Arabic is a must.
JOB PURPOSE
The Construction Manager will oversee the construction of an Aviation Fuel Tank Farm. This role requires extensive experience in the oil and gas sector, with a focus on tank farm construction. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in mechanical quality control and expertise in API 650 storage tanks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
JOB PURPOSE
The Construction Manager will oversee the construction of an Aviation Fuel Tank Farm. This role requires extensive experience in the oil and gas sector, with a focus on tank farm construction. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in mechanical quality control and expertise in API 650 storage tanks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Project Supervision: Oversee all construction activities, ensuring compliance with project plans, safety regulations, and quality standards
- Cost Management: Monitor project costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure adherence to budget constraints
- Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle
- Daily Monitoring: Review work progress daily, prepare internal and external reports on job status, and address any emerging issues promptly
- Contract Management: Negotiate terms, draft contracts, obtain necessary permits and licenses, and manage project risks
- Quality Assurance: Ensure the highest standards of construction quality, employing proper techniques and meeting API 51/653, ASNT Level 2, and TWI standards
- Claims Management: Review, manage, and approve claims, variations, and progress reports
- Risk Management: Analyze and mitigate project risks, reporting potential issues to the project manager and key stakeholders
REQUIREMENTS
- Education: Bachelor's degree in construction management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience: Minimum of 15 years in the oil and gas sector, with specific experience in tank farm construction
- Technical Expertise: Familiarity with Aviation Fuel Farm construction and JIG standards is a strong advantage
- Certifications: API 51/653, ASNT Level 2, TWI certifications are preferred
- Language Skills: Fluency in English, Kurdish and Arabic is a must
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
