Barge / Vessel Client Representative / Lead – ADNOC Offshore

Job PurposeWe are seeking an experienced Barge / Vessel Client Representative / Lead to represent ADNOC Offshore's Project Management Team during offshore construction and installation campaigns. The role is responsible for overseeing contractor activities, ensuring compliance with approved construction procedures, project specifications, HSE standards, and contractual requirements while maintaining safe and efficient offshore operations.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary offshore focal point for the Project Management Team, coordinating with contractors, marine representatives, third-party agencies, and offshore operations personnel.Supervise and monitor offshore construction and installation activities, including jackets, decks, bridges, subsea cables, pipelines, risers, hook-ups, tie-ins, and commissioning works.Ensure all offshore activities comply with approved construction procedures, project specifications, ADNOC Offshore standards, and contractual requirements.Review risk assessments, identify operational hazards, and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.Coordinate with ADNOC Offshore Marine Representatives on vessel movements, marine operations, and installation activities.Monitor contractor performance, project progress, quality standards, and compliance with approved work schedules.Review contractor change requests, additional work, and scope variations, escalating potential contractual or cost impacts for approval.Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE requirements, QA/QC procedures, permit-to-work systems, and applicable international marine safety regulations.Conduct and participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, emergency drills, and incident investigations.Oversee assigned offshore site personnel and coordinate activities across Marine, Safety, Survey, Engineering, and other disciplines.Review and endorse contractors' daily progress reports, highlighting progress, operational concerns, and recommended corrective actions.Prepare daily project reports and a comprehensive close-out report upon completion of the offshore assignment, including lessons learned and recommendations.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's Degree (BSc Hons) in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.Minimum 15 years of experience in the offshore Oil & Gas industry, particularly in offshore construction projects.At least 10 years of hands-on experience in offshore installation activities, including jackets, decks, bridges, subsea cables, pipelines, risers, hook-ups, tie-ins, and pre-commissioning/commissioning.Extensive experience working on offshore construction vessels, self-elevating barges, derrick barges, and pipe-laying vessels.Strong technical knowledge of offshore construction practices, welding, coating, QA/QC, marine operations, anchor handling, barge movements, and vessel positioning systems.Experience in pipe-laying, cable-laying, riser installation, structural installation, and offshore commissioning activities.Familiarity with international maritime safety regulations, including SOLAS and MODU codes, and ADNOC Offshore HSE and marine standards.Strong understanding of permit-to-work systems, risk assessments, Management of Change (MOC), and emergency response procedures.Ability to supervise contractors, coordinate multidisciplinary offshore teams, and manage operational and contractual matters.Excellent communication, coordination, technical reporting, and leadership skills.Fluency in written and spoken English.WMS approval required.Note: Final selection is subject to a successful individual interview and ADNOC Offshore approval.