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Process Commissioning Superintendent – Offshore Water Injection Project

KBR

Process Commissioning Superintendent – Offshore Water Injection Project

full-timePosted: Aug 4, 2026Updated: Sep 3, 2026United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Job Description

Title:Process Commissioning Superintendent – Offshore Water Injection ProjectConnect, Grow, with KBR!The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. Job Title: Process Commissioning Superintendent – Offshore Water Injection ProjectKBR Abu Dhabi is currently seeking an experienced Process Commissioning Superintendent to join its PMC team supporting a major Offshore Project in the UAE. The role will initially be based in Abu Dhabi, transitioning subsequently to the fabrication yard, and later mobilizing to the offshore site during the execution and commissioning phases.Job PurposeThe Process Commissioning Superintendent is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all process commissioning activities associated with the Offshore Water Injection Project. The role ensures safe and efficient pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, performance testing, and handover of water injection facilities, while maintaining compliance with ADNOC requirements, project specifications, and international industry standards.The position serves as the focal point between Engineering, Construction, Operations, Vendors, and Client teams to ensure successful project completion and facility readiness for operation.Key ResponsibilitiesCommissioning ManagementLead and manage all process commissioning activities from mechanical completion through startup and handover.Develop and implement Commissioning Execution Plans, Procedures, and Schedules.Coordinate commissioning activities with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations teams.Ensure commissioning activities are completed safely, efficiently, and within project timelines.Monitor commissioning progress and report status to project management and client representatives.Pre-Commissioning ActivitiesOversee system walkdowns and punch list management.Ensure Mechanical Completion Certificates (MCC) are achieved prior to commissioning.Coordinate activities including:HydrotestingFlushing and CleaningAir BlowingChemical CleaningLeak TestingDrying and PreservationVerify system readiness for energization and process commissioning.Process Commissioning & StartupLead commissioning and startup of:Water Injection SystemsProduced Water Treatment FacilitiesChemical Injection SystemsUtility SystemsFiltration and Pumping PackagesVerify process control systems and operational functionality.Coordinate startup sequences and operational readiness activities.Monitor plant performance during initial operation and stabilization.Troubleshoot process and operational issues during startup.Brownfield & Offshore IntegrationCoordinate commissioning of brownfield modifications and tie-ins.Support shutdown planning and system integration activities.Ensure safe execution of commissioning activities within operating offshore facilities.Manage SIMOPS interfaces between commissioning and operations teams.Minimize disruption to existing production operations.HSE & Process SafetyEnsure strict compliance with commissioning HSE procedures.Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, SIMOPS, and PSSR activities.Lead commissioning risk assessments and Job Safety Analyses (JSA).Verify Safety Critical Elements (SCEs) are functional prior to startup.Ensure Emergency Shutdown (ESD), Fire & Gas, and safeguarding systems are fully operational.Promote a strong process safety culture throughout commissioning activities.Operations Readiness & HandoverCoordinate with Operations teams to ensure readiness for facility acceptance.Develop and execute Operational Readiness Plans.Support operator training and competency assessments.Ensure completion of commissioning dossiers and turnover packages.Manage final system handover to Operations.Vendor & Contractor CoordinationCoordinate vendor specialists during equipment commissioning and startup.Supervise contractor commissioning teams.Resolve technical and operational issues with equipment suppliers.Ensure vendor recommendations are incorporated during commissioning.Documentation & ReportingPrepare and review:Commissioning ProceduresStartup ProceduresSystem Completion ReportsPerformance Test ReportsOperational Acceptance DocumentationMaintain commissioning records and databases.Provide regular commissioning progress reports and KPI updates.Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.Commissioning certifications or specialized training in Oil & Gas commissioning are advantageous.Process Safety Management (PSM) training preferred.Experience18+ years of Oil & Gas industry experience.Minimum 8 years in commissioning and startup leadership roles.Extensive offshore EPC commissioning experience.Strong background in offshore water injection systems and brownfield projects.Proven experience managing commissioning teams during offshore facility startups.Experience with ADNOC Offshore projects highly preferred.Previous involvement in FEED, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, and Startup phases.Technical CompetenciesProcess SystemsWater Injection SystemsProduced Water Treatment SystemsUtility SystemsChemical Injection SystemsProcess Control SystemsPumping and Filtration SystemsCommissioning ExpertiseMechanical CompletionPre-CommissioningSystemization & Completions ManagementStartup & Performance TestingOperational ReadinessPunch List ManagementHandover & Close-OutProcess SafetyProcess Safety Management (PSM)Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR)HAZOP / HAZID ParticipationSIMOPS ManagementEmergency Response PreparednessPermit to Work (PTW) SystemsSoftware SkillsICAPSWINPCSHexagon Smart CompletionsAVEVA Commissioning SolutionsAspen HYSYS (Preferred)MS Office SuitePower BI

Locations

  • United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline. (degree in chemical engineering)
  • Commissioning certifications or specialized training in Oil & Gas commissioning are advantageous. (certification)
  • Process Safety Management (PSM) training preferred. (experience)

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