JOB DETAILS
Senior Manager Hook Up & Commissioning
CompanyMcDermott
LocationDubai
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 28, 2026
About The Company
Lutech Resources is a global recruitment business, providing a complete and integrated scope of resource management for a wide range of leading companies within the energy sector. We advance people’s careers and enable continued growth for industries both upstream (oil & gas exploration and production, Mining, LNG) and downstream (petrochemicals and refineries). Organizations we serve require top talent, by helping them find the right managers, contractors, engineers, project managers and other high-level professionals, we play a vital role within the industry and in the careers of many.
With principal locations in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Philippines and United States, we specialize in the provision of multi-discipline engineering, project management and technical field staff. We have expanded our expertise to include power and automation, energy, utility, and manufacturing industries. From the UK and across Europe, throughout the Americas and Canada as well as the Middle East, Asia and Australia, we are active in servicing project sites across the globe. Whatever your project needs, large-small, Lutech Resources has talent, experience to support you.
Here at Lutech Resources we support our talent. With our rich history, background, vast resources, and access to a wide range of strategic positions with industry leaders we can effectively serve our clients. With an extensive and growing international community of qualified specialists you will enjoy the support and stability of an experienced company that truly values its team members.
About the Role
Job Overview:
The Senior Manager Hook Up & Commissioning is tasked with developing departmental plans, including business, production, and organizational priorities. The role requires multi-disciplinary expertise and an understanding of the industry to achieve financial and operational objectives. The Senior Manager Hook Up & Commissioning manages multiple related teams, sets organizational priorities, and allocates the appropriate resources. They must identify and resolve complex technical, operational, and organizational problems. They directly impact business results by supporting and function-specific projects, products, services, and technologies and developing policies and plans.
Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Ensure adherence to project schedules, budgets, and specifications while maintaining rigorous quality control standards
- Implement best practices and industry standards in hook-up and commissioning operations, seeking continuous improvement opportunities
- Lead and direct all aspects of the Hook Up & Commissioning (HUC) phase for projects in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation (EPCI) industry
- Develop comprehensive strategies and plans to ensure the smooth execution of HUC activities
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams including engineering, procurement, construction, and operations to align HUC activities with project milestones
- Monitor and ensure compliance with project schedules, budget, quality, and safety standards during the HUC phase
- Provide technical guidance and expertise in all HUC-related matters to ensure successful project delivery
- Review and approve HUC procedures, methodologies, and work plans to optimize efficiency and reduce risks
- Collaborate with clients, contractors, and vendors to resolve technical challenges and ensure adherence to project specifications
- Utilize industry best practices to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives for HUC processes
- Supervise a multidisciplinary team of HUC professionals, ensuring effective utilization of resources and fostering a positive work environment
- Set performance expectations, provide coaching and mentorship, and conduct regular performance evaluations for direct reports
- Identify skill gaps and provide training and development opportunities to enhance team capabilities and ensure project success
- Foster strong collaborations across teams and stakeholders to enhance communication, productivity, and the overall success of HUC activities
- Own and lead the implementation, enforcement, and verification of compliance with all McDermott policies and procedures
- Ensure employees understand their responsibility and authority to effectively implement the requirements of all McDermott policies and procedures
- Ensure the timely completion of all mandatory training by themselves and their teams
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field)
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Hook Up & Commissioning within the EPCI industry, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role
- Proven track record of successfully delivering HUC projects to completion, with a strong understanding of industry standards, codes, and regulations
- In-depth knowledge of HUC methodologies, procedures, and best practices within the EPCI industry
- Proficient in project management principles, with a focus on schedule and cost control
- Excellent understanding of technical integrity, safety, and quality requirements for HUC activities
- Familiarity with relevant software tools and systems for project planning, scheduling, and reporting
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to accomplish project goals
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders
- Proven ability to manage and resolve conflicts, make informed decisions, and negotiate contracts and agreements
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Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we’ve forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably.
For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.
For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.
Key Skills
Hook Up & CommissioningProject ManagementEPCI IndustryTeam LeadershipBudget ManagementSchedule ControlTechnical IntegritySafety StandardsQuality ControlStrategic PlanningConflict ResolutionContract NegotiationMentorshipResource AllocationRisk ManagementStakeholder Management
Categories
Management & LeadershipEngineeringConstructionEnergyManufacturing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Senior Manager Hook Up & Commissioning leads multidisciplinary teams to execute project phases while ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and safety standards. They are responsible for developing operational strategies, resolving complex technical issues, and fostering collaboration across engineering, procurement, and construction departments.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
155
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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