Senior Principal Package Management Specialist - Supply Chain and EPC Delivery
Posted date [2026-04-25]
(ID: 44466)
McDermott is a global engineering and construction company delivering advanced solutions for the energy sector. The company focuses on transforming energy resources into essential products through innovative, technology-driven approaches across the full project lifecycle, from concept to decommissioning. With operations in more than 30 countries, McDermott combines a skilled workforce, specialized marine assets, and international fabrication capabilities to support large-scale energy projects. The organization plays a key role in developing efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy infrastructure worldwide.... |
Job Snapshot
Role: Senior Principal Package Management Specialist - Supply Chain and EPC Delivery
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Supply Chain
Experience: 10-16 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Senior Principal Package Management Specialist hiring in Dubai, UAE within the Oil and Energy industry for large-scale EPC and offshore infrastructure projects. This senior leadership role is ideal for highly experienced professionals who can manage critical engineered packages, vendor performance, supply chain execution, and commercial delivery while ensuring projects remain on schedule, within budget, and fully compliant with client and contract requirements.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Supply Chain
Salary: 30000-45000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior Principal Package Management Specialist is responsible for leading the delivery of high-value engineered packages across the full project lifecycle. This role ensures vendor performance, supply chain coordination, contractual compliance, and package delivery excellence while managing risks, commercial interfaces, and multidisciplinary stakeholder alignment. The position directly supports project profitability, schedule reliability, and operational success across complex global energy developments.
Key Responsibilities
* Take full delivery ownership of critical, high-value purchase orders and subcontract packages across major EPC projects
* Drive Engineering, Supply Chain, QHSES, and suppliers to ensure package delivery remains on schedule and within budget
* Act as the formal point of contact for all vendor communications after purchase order award
* Manage the delivery of assigned engineered packages throughout the full project lifecycle
* Establish key progress measurements for engineering deliverables, procurement, manufacturing, testing, and delivery milestones
* Identify, document, quantify, and escalate package delivery risks while implementing mitigation plans
* Maintain accurate accounting of package cost, commitments, forecasts, variations, and commercial exposure
* Ensure timely handover of vendor documentation aligned with engineering and project schedules
* Enforce Management of Change processes and manage Project Change Notices for delivery scope adjustments
* Lead status meetings with vendors, clients, and project stakeholders to track progress and resolve bottlenecks
* Manage vendor and supplier performance to prevent delays, cost overruns, and schedule disruptions
* Oversee commercial interfaces and ensure all contractual obligations are properly administered and communicated
* Coordinate with project planners and fabrication teams to report baseline delivery performance and project anomalies
* Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems and client requirements for all delivered products
* Lead contingency planning, lessons learned reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives across package delivery
* Support leadership in identifying talent and strengthening package management discipline capability
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a relevant discipline
* 10 to 16 years of relevant experience in package management, supply chain, or EPC project delivery
* Strong knowledge of prime contracts, vendor contracts, and subcontract commercial administration
* Proven expertise in managing high-value engineered packages for offshore, fabrication, or large industrial projects
* Strong commercial awareness with solid technical and business decision-making ability
* Experience managing vendor relationships, escalations, and multidisciplinary stakeholder coordination
* Strong understanding of project planning, fabrication interfaces, procurement, and schedule control
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong leadership and negotiation capability
Skills Set
* Package Management and Supply Chain Leadership
* Vendor and Subcontractor Management
* EPC Project Delivery and Commercial Control
* Risk Management and Mitigation Planning
* Contract Administration and Change Management
* Cost Forecasting and Budget Monitoring
* Project Planning and Delivery Reporting
* Quality Management System Compliance
* Client and Supplier Relationship Management
* Cross-Functional Leadership and Team Development
Why Join Us
* Lead critical package delivery across major offshore and energy infrastructure projects
* Join one of the world’s most respected engineering and construction organizations
* Gain strong executive-level exposure across supply chain, commercial delivery, and EPC leadership
* Build long-term career growth in strategic package management and project execution
* Collaborate with global teams delivering complex world-class energy solutions
* Be part of a company shaping the future of sustainable and reliable global energy systems
About the Company
McDermott International is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation services for the energy industry. With more than 100 years of expertise, the company delivers complex offshore and onshore infrastructure projects across oil and gas, offshore wind, and energy transition developments. Operating in more than 50 countries, McDermott combines technical excellence, innovation, and operational strength to shape the future of global energy infrastructure.
