Principal Engineer

The Right‑First‑Time (RFT) Lead ensures that all construction installation activities, pre-commissioning are performed with correct quality the first time, minimizing rework and delays to commissioning & Start-up. The role integrates quality assurance, construction execution, punch management, and completions readiness to ensure systems are delivered defect‑free and aligned with project specifications, ITR requirements, and commissioning priorities. **Key Responsibilities** **1. Right‑First‑Time Quality Leadership** * Implement and lead the **Right‑First‑Time initiative** across all construction disciplines (Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation, Telecom, Civil). * Ensure correct installation quality to **reduce punch items, NCRs, and rework**. * Verify construction activities follow IFC drawings, standards, vendor specifications, and method statements. * Promote a culture of **“Build It Clean, Build It Once”** across the project. **2. Construction Quality Verification** * Conduct regular discipline walkdowns to verify installation quality before handing over to QA/QC or Completions. * Ensure all field installations meet requirements for ITR completion (A, B, C check sheets). * Identify installation gaps early and ensure corrective actions are implemented before system handover. * Audit construction teams for workmanship, materials handling, and adherence to procedures. **3. Punch Management & Resolution** * Lead efforts to **minimize punch items** by preventing construction errors. * Ensure that any punch items raised are addressed quickly and closed before Mechanical Completion. * Track recurring punch trends and work with construction leads to eliminate root causes. * Coordinate punch closure in line with system RFT and MC priorities. **4. Interface With Completions & Commissioning** * Align RFT activities with the **Completions (MC / RFT / RFC / RFSU)** sequence. * Ensure construction delivers systems truly ready for testing—mechanically complete, punch‑free, and installation‑verified. * Support Commissioning team by ensuring: + Correct installation + Verified cabling and tubing + Proper equipment orientation + Vendor requirements met + Documentation updated * Prevent handover of incomplete or defective systems to Commissioning. **5. Planning, Progress Tracking & Reporting** * Develop and maintain an **RFT Execution Plan** with weekly and monthly targets. * Track RFT KPIs: + % Reduction in rework + Punch reduction rate + Repeated error frequency + ITR rejection trends * Provide daily and weekly RFT status reports to Construction Manager / Completions Manager. * Present recurring quality issues and coordinate cross‑discipline corrective action plans. **6. Documentation & Compliance** * Ensure compliance with: + Project Quality Plan + ITRs / QA Check Sheets + International codes (API, ASME, ANSI, IEC, ISA) + ADNOC specifications * Perform document reviews including IFC drawings, vendor docs, method statements, quality procedures, and red‑line markups. * Ensure all work packs and RFT dossiers are complete before system handover. **7. HSE Responsibilities** * Ensure all RFT inspections are conducted safely under the PTW system. * Identify any unsafe installation practices and coordinate immediate corrective action. * Support HSE during audits by providing quality‑related evidence and documentation. **Qualifications & Experience** **Education** * Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Process, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related Engineering field. **Experience** * **10–15 years** oil & gas construction/commissioning experience. * Minimum **5 years** in a Quality / Completions / RFT leadership role. * Strong experience with EPC and brownfield projects. * Familiar with Completions Management Systems. **Technical Knowledge** * Strong understanding of construction quality requirements. * Excellent knowledge of P\&IDs, isometrics, SLDs, loop diagrams, cable schedules. * Ability to identify installation defects early. * Familiar with ITR requirements for all disciplines. **Key Skills & Competencies** * Strong leadership and coordination skills. * Ability to challenge construction teams constructively. * Excellent knowledge of QA/QC processes. * Proactive identification of issues before they escalate. * Strong communication and reporting skills. * Root cause analysis and corrective action planning. **Deliverables** * RFT Work Process & Strategy * Weekly RFT Performance Reports * Punch Trend Analysis & Reduction Plans * Installation Quality Observation Reports * RFT Checklists and Validation Records * Input to Mechanical Completion & Handover Packages #LI-HS1