Piping Superintendent

Job Title: Piping Superintendent


Location: Sohar, Oman


Department: Construction








About the Role


We are seeking an experienced Piping Superintendent to oversee and manage all piping-related construction activities on-site in Sohar, Oman. This role is critical to ensuring that piping works are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You will lead a team of supervisors and subcontractors, coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and engineering standards.





Key Responsibilities


Health, Safety, Environment & Security (SHES)

• Prioritize safety and follow company Golden Rules.
  
• Attend mandatory HSE and QA training sessions.
  
• Lead and motivate teams to uphold safety standards.
  
• Enforce company expectations regarding safety, quality, and conduct.
  
• Implement SHES policies and support audits and inspections.
  
• Ensure all temporary works are approved.
  
• Review and approve Work Method Statements (WMS) and Job Safety Analyses (JSA) in collaboration with SHES personnel.
  

Quality Control

• Ensure subcontractors follow all relevant quality control plans and procedures.
  
• Participate in and support QC audits and surveillance activities.
  
• Ensure timely closure of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
  
• Monitor implementation of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
  

Engineering Coordination

• Manage technical and engineering queries within the piping discipline.
  
• Ensure proper control and use of technical documentation.
  
• Notify the client of any technical deviations and field design modifications.
  
• Ensure subcontractors work with the latest approved design documents.
  
• Liaise with field engineering for prompt resolution of queries.
  

Construction Management

• Promote skill development among Omani nationals.
  
• Ensure project piping objectives are met safely, efficiently, and profitably.
  
• Coordinate with SHES, Quality, and other departments to maintain high standards.
  
• Review labor, material, and equipment needs for piping works.
  
• Monitor subcontractor schedules and costs; drive corrective actions as needed.
  
• Participate in weekly progress meetings and maintain communication with client representatives.
  
• Manage work transitions between subcontractors and ensure timely material delivery.
  
• Monitor labor levels and trade composition; recommend improvements.
  
• Handle correspondence and documentation within the piping discipline.
  

Commercial & Contractual Support

• Assist in resolving subcontractor commercial issues.
  
• Identify and notify back charges and insurance claims.
  
• Issue field instructions and support change orders and progress valuations.
  
• Consider financial implications of instructions to subcontractors to minimize costs.
  

Additional Expectations

• Participate in Weekly Mass Toolbox Talks (TBT).
  
• Join Daily Task Instruction sessions once a week.
  
• Submit two Safety Observation Cards (SOC) per week.
  
• Take part in Weekly Area Leadership Team (ALT) Walk-Throughs.
  
• Annual performance evaluations will be conducted.
  

Key Relationships


External:

• Client Construction Superintendent
  
• Other Contractors
  
• Piping and Fabrication Subcontractors
  

Internal:

• HSE Department
  
• Quality Control
  
• Subcontract Management
  
• Project Controls (PCM)
  
• Business & Administration
  
• Material Management
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in piping construction supervision.
  
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
  
• In-depth knowledge of SHES, quality control, and engineering processes.
  
• Ability to coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders.
  
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.