Job Description

Vedanta, a future-focused and growth-oriented company is a fully integrated producer of Oil & Gas, Zinc - Lead - Silver, Aluminium, Power, Iron Ore & Steel, Copper, Nickel, Cobalt, Ferrochrome and Manganese, with a fast-growing metal recycling capacity, and a broad range of critical minerals. We are a dominant player in power generation, transmission, renewable energy solutions, optical fiber, display glass and soon semiconductors. With our world class, low-cost and long-life assets, Vedanta contributes 1.4% towards India’s GDP. Cairn Oil & Gas is the largest private oil and gas exploration and production company in India, accounting for more than a quarter of India’s domestic crude production. At Cairn, we are committed to playing a lead role in strengthening energy security for country and geared up towards contributing half of India’s oil and gas production We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Construction Manager to lead the transportation and installation (T&I) of new subsea pipelines for an offshore oil and gas development project. The role requires deep technical knowledge, leadership in offshore execution, and a solid understanding of subsea engineering and marine operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all phases of the offshore pipeline construction lifecycle, including transportation, laying, tie-ins, trenching, backfilling, testing, and pre-commissioning. This position is key to ensuring the safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of subsea infrastructure that forms the backbone of hydrocarbon transport from offshore production facilities to processing or export points. Key Responsibilities: Subsea Pipeline T&I Management: Oversee the end-to-end offshore transportation and installation of subsea pipelines, including line pipe handling, spooling, and mobilization of marine spreads. Manage pipeline installation operations using S-lay, J-lay, or reel-lay methods, depending on project design. Coordinate loadout of pipes and ancillaries, sea fastening, and transportation to offshore location. Supervise critical operations such as pipe laying, midline tie-ins, pre- and post-lay survey, trenching, and backfilling. Execution Planning & Marine Logistics: Review and approve contractor installation procedures, project-specific method statements, and marine spread configurations. Ensure proper sequencing and alignment of offshore pipeline works with platform connections, risers, and subsea assets. Lead and participate in readiness reviews, marine vessel audits, and offshore SIMOPS planning with platform and subsea teams. Offshore Construction Supervision: Manage offshore teams during critical construction phases, including welding, NDT, field joint coating, and installation of pipeline components (tees, end terminations, buckle arrestors, etc.). Ensure correct installation tolerances, seabed alignment, free span management, and cathodic protection systems are achieved. Coordinate with diving, ROV, and survey teams during installation and subsea intervention scopes. Safety, Quality & Compliance: Enforce strict compliance with HSE requirements, marine construction regulations, and environmental controls during offshore activities. Lead risk assessments, toolbox talks, and emergency drills onboard construction vessels and barges. Ensure all pipeline installation activities conform to project specifications, DNV-ST-F101, API standards, and client QA/QC requirements. Project Coordination & Reporting: Serve as the key interface between the project team, contractors, marine operations, survey groups, and client representatives during offshore execution. Provide daily offshore reports, installation records, NCR logs, and progress updates to onshore project management. Ensure accurate documentation, as-built data collection, and contribute to project close-out and lessons learned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, Marine, or Subsea Engineering from a recognized institution. Advanced training or certification in offshore pipeline installation or marine operations is highly preferred. Experience: Minimum 12 years of experience in offshore oil and gas construction with a strong focus on subsea pipeline transportation and installation (T&I). Proven track record in managing: Offshore pipe lay operations (S-lay, J-lay, Reel-lay) Loadout and marine transport of line pipe and components Offshore pipeline tie-ins, hydrotesting, and pre-commissioning o Marine construction vessels, support spreads, and subsea equipment Experience with deepwater and shallow water pipeline projects, including trunklines, infield flowlines, and export pipelines. Skills & Competencies: Deep knowledge of subsea pipeline design, routing, seabed interaction, and stabilization techniques. Strong understanding of marine construction techniques, offshore logistics, and SIMOPS in multi-contractor environments. Familiar with offshore construction codes and standards such as DNVGL-ST-F101, API 1111, ISO 13623, and relevant IMCA guidelines. Capable of leading multi-disciplinary teams offshore and managing high-value scopes under tight schedules and challenging conditions. Strong communication and coordination skills in multicultural, multilingual offshore environments. Interface management with EPC Contractors/Fabrication Yard as applicable for manufacturing, transportation, installation, testing, commissioning. Construction management Experience in riser installation, tiein spool installation, plem installation. System ( platform and pipeline) commissioning including punch list closure, as building, project record books. Knowledge of applicable statutory and regulatory requirements and provisions for offshore construction activities including HSEQ practices for offshore construction works. Construction WBS, progress measurement and reporting/monitoring. Ability to manage the construction activities and associated activities eg diving, surveying, inspection and testing, pre-comm & commissioning. Mandatory Certifications: Valid BOSIET / HUET / H2S certification Offshore Medical Certificate What do we offer: Global benchmarked people policies and best-in-class compensation and benefits. As an equal opportunity employer, Cairn Oil & Gas, Vedanta Ltd. offers a truly global work culture. The company is proud of its diverse workforce - nationality, ethnicity, backgrounds, and thought. If this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now and be a part of our exciting growth journey. Show more Show less