PMC Lead Marine Surveyor (Bathymetric Topo) at Wood · Abu Dhabi

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Lead Marine Surveyor for our client ADNOC in Abu Dhabi within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.

Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at our client office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. #LI- OilandGasJobs #LI-EnergyJobs #LI- UAEJObs #LI- WorkinUAE #LI- EngineeringCareers

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Marine Surveyor with experience Bathymetric Topography as well as previous experience working with high-profile clients on a major Offshore projects.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector

• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business

• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment

• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover

  End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit

• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company

• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5-year service milestones

• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

Job Objective

To lead and manage all marine and land survey activities related to bathymetric and topographic data acquisition for ADNOC projects, ensuring accuracy, compliance with project specifications, and alignment with international standards. The role is responsible for overseeing survey execution, validating data quality, and providing technical assurance to support engineering, construction, and offshore installation activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all bathymetric and topographic survey activities for offshore and nearshore ADNOC projects in line with project requirements and specifications
• Manage survey contractors and ensure all survey operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with HSE and ADNOC standards
• Review and approve survey methodologies, procedures, and deliverables including survey reports, charts, and digital terrain models
• Ensure proper calibration, validation, and deployment of survey equipment such as multibeam echo sounders, single beam systems, GPS/GNSS, and total stations
• Oversee data acquisition, processing, and interpretation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project tolerances
• Coordinate closely with engineering, construction, and offshore installation teams to support project planning and execution
• Monitor survey progress, identify risks or deviations, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and quality targets
• Ensure adherence to international standards such as IHO, S-44, and other applicable survey and geospatial guidelines
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to survey teams and ensure competency development
• Liaise with ADNOC stakeholders and third parties to ensure alignment on survey scope, deliverables, and acceptance criteria
• Maintain proper documentation, data management, and archiving of all survey outputs
• Support pre-commissioning, as-built surveys, and verification activities as required

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Surveying, Hydrography, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum 15 years of experience in marine surveying with strong exposure to bathymetric and topographic surveys in offshore oil and gas projects
• Proven experience in a lead or supervisory role within PMC or EPC environments, preferably on ADNOC projects
• Strong knowledge of hydrographic survey standards including IHO S-44 and relevant international best practices
• Proficiency in survey and data processing software such as CARIS, Hypack, AutoCAD, and GIS platforms
• Hands-on experience with survey equipment including multibeam and single beam echo sounders, GNSS systems, motion sensors, and tidal correction systems
• Strong understanding of offshore construction support surveys, pipeline and cable route surveys, and as-built verification
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated commitment to HSE compliance and quality assurance in offshore environments
• Ability to manage multiple survey campaigns and coordinate across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced project environment

About the Company

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.