Fabrication Manager

Job Description

• Lead and manage all fabrication shop activities including structural steel, piping spools, skids, and equipment supports.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, welding procedures (WPS), and ADNOC standards.
• Develop and implement fabrication schedules aligned with overall project timelines.
• Monitor fabrication progress and productivity; take corrective actions to meet targets.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, planning, and construction teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensure strict implementation of HSE standards and safe working practices within the fabrication yard.
• Oversee material control, traceability, and storage to prevent shortages or delays.
• Manage subcontractors and shop supervisors to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Ensure all inspection and testing requirements (NDT, dimensional checks, etc.) are completed before dispatch.
• Participate in client inspections and audits; ensure readiness for third-party inspections.
• Control fabrication costs and optimize manpower and resource allocation.
• Prepare weekly and monthly fabrication progress reports for management review.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering (preferred).
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with extensive experience may be considered.
• Welding inspection certification (CSWIP / AWS) is an advantage.
• Relevant HSE training and ADNOC project experience preferred.
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in fabrication for Oil & Gas or EPC projects.
• At least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory fabrication role.
• Strong knowledge of ASME, API, AWS, and ADNOC standards.
• Proven experience managing structural steel and piping fabrication works.
• In-depth knowledge of welding processes, NDT methods, and quality control procedures.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience handling large fabrication yards and multiple concurrent work fronts.
• Good understanding of material management and procurement coordination.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Company Description

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.