Mechanical Construction Superintendent

Kurdistan, IRQFull-timePosted Jul 21, 2026

Job description

Job Title Mechanical Construction Superintendent Work Schedule 6 days per week Department Project Work Location Bazian/Miran field Reports to Construction Manager Transportation As per Company Policy Key Interactions Mechanical QA/QC Inspector and E&I Construction Superintendent Accommodation As per Company Policy Employment Type Fixed Application Deadline TBD Start Date October 26 th Other details

  • About Us: Miran Energy is a joint venture between HKN Energy and ONEX Group, formed to develop the Miran Gas Field in partnership with the Kurdistan Regional Government. The venture combines deep technical capability and a long-term investment approach to deliver sustainable energy solutions. HKN Energy is an independent energy company focused on the exploration and development of oil and gas resources in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. HKN is committed to responsible operations, environmental stewardship, and long-term partnership with the communities where it operates. ONEX is a diversified investment company with strategic interests across energy, critical infrastructure, and development sectors in EMEA. The company partners with public and private stakeholders to deliver long-term value and transformative projects.

Position Summary

The position reports into the Miran Construction Manager and the primary responsibility is to provide Mechanical & Piping Construction oversight during Miran’s Gas Plant Early Production Facility & Gathering system EPC Construction. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Performance Expectations:

  • Coordination of all Mechanical Construction activities to ensure all works are performed safely and in accordance with the companies HSE policy
  • Supervision and coordination for all Mechanical & Piping construction related activities.
  • Review all Contractor’s Mechanical & Piping method statements and risk assessments.
  • Review all Contractor’s Lifting Plan, Rigging studies.
  • Review all Contractor Mechanical Construction work-packs.
  • Review all NDE Reports: Radiography, ultrasonic, dye penetrant, and PMI records
  • Review all Material traceability records and welding logs
  • Review all Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Corrective Action Reports (CARs)
  • Review of all Mechanical and Piping Construction (IFC ) related ISO’s, drawings and documents.
  • Witness Inspection & Testing for Pipe fabrication and installation (fit-up, welding, alignment), Pressure vessels, tanks, and rotating equipment, Welding activities: monitor WPS, PQR, and welder qualifications and Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing of piping systems
  • Verify and witness NDT procedures (RT, UT, MPI, DPI), Dimensional checks and visual inspections, Bolt torqueing, flange management, and gasket installations.
  • Review of Mechanical Completion Certification (MCC) and Inspection & Test procedures
  • Prepare value of work done (VOWD) reports and review Mechanical related management of change submissions from the EPC Contractors.
  • Attend pre-commissioning walkdowns and Ready for start-up RFSU reviews
  • Input and close out of Mechanical and Piping related Punch lists
  • Coordination with EPC Contractors during the implementation of the mechanical completion systems
  • Input to weekly reports on all aspects of Mechanical and Piping Construction. Competency (Knowledge & Skills) Required:
  • Mechanical & Piping construction related Quality Assurance & Control
  • Experience with welding procedures (WPQR) for Corrosion Resistance Alloys (CRA’s)
  • Experience with post-weld treatment and hardness testing for CRA’s to meet NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 standards
  • Strong understanding of international construction standards and codes.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Construction design and specifications
  • Understanding in 3D surveying, data acquisition and testing systems.
  • experience with Structural Design, Construction & Erection
  • Experience with Piping systems 3D Modelling and Stress Analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelors of Science from an accredited University in Mechanical Engineering
  • Advanced understanding of Piping fabrication, welding and testing.
  • Experience in interpreting Construction scheduling and estimating software
  • CSWIP 3.1 or AWS-CWI – For welding inspection preferred. Experience Expected / Required:
  • Minimum of 10 years in a role as Construction Superintendent in Iraq and MENA region
  • Prior experience in Fast Track Gas Processing plant projects in Kurdistan and MENA region.
  • Demonstrable experience in with Inspections, Punch-listing & pre-commissioning activities to achieve Mechanical Completion.
  • Ability to fully comply with the Companies HSE Policies and standards to minimize Construction related LTI and incidents. Physical Requirements: Ability to travel to site is mandatory. This requires an acceptable level of mobility and fitness to carry essential safety equipment (escape sets).

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