CDM Coordinator

Company Description

Masdar is the UAE’s clean energy champion and one of the largest companies of its kind in the world, advancing the development and deployment of renewable energy and green hydrogen technologies to address global sustainability challenges. Established in 2006, Masdar is today active in over 40 countries, helping them to achieve their clean energy objectives and advance sustainable development.

Masdar is jointly owned by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), and Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), and under this ownership the company is targeting a renewable energy portfolio capacity of at least 100 gigawatts (GW) by 2030 and an annual green hydrogen production capacity of up to 1 million tonnes by the same year.

Job Description

Job Purpose: 

To lead the implementation of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 across offshore renewable energy and Battery Energy Storage projects. This role ensures all project stakeholders follow “safe by design” principles and comply with CDM requirements, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. The Coordinator plays a key role in reducing liability for the Global Offshore Wind & UK portfolio across domestic and international assets.

Job Responsibilities: 

Strategic Contribution

• Support the delivery of the Global Offshore Wind & UK strategy by ensuring CDM 2015 compliance, enabling streamlined project approvals and minimizing regulatory delays.
•  Align CDM implementation with the UK’s net-zero 2050 objectives and global best practices for managing major hazard infrastructure.
• Promote "safety by design" during early-stage design processes to reduce lifecycle risks and improve asset reliability.
• Contribute to industry-wide efforts to harmonize CDM guidance for offshore renewables.

Regulatory Compliance & Technical Oversight

•  Oversee CDM compliance across all phases of Offshore Wind and Battery Energy Storage projects, from construction to operations.
• Interpret and enforce CDM legal clauses and technical requirements in key project documentation (EPC, O&M, Equipment Supply), including QAA, CQR, and CDM provisions.
•  Ensure alignment with CDM 2015, ISO standards (45001, 14001, 9001), and internal/client-specific requirements.
• Serve as the designated escalation point for high-severity incidents, regulatory breaches, and non-compliance issues.

Design & Risk Management

• Champion the integration of “Safe by Design” principles across all project stages—from concept to commissioning.
•  Review and validate Pre-Construction Information (PCI) and Construction Phase Plans (CPP) for completeness and regulatory conformity.
• Facilitate the development of design risk assessments and residual risk registers to support hazard identification and mitigation planning.

Auditing, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement

• Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and compliance reviews at offshore and onshore locations.
•  Lead and document incident investigations, extracting lessons learned and implementing corrective actions.
• Drive the continuous enhancement of the QHSE Management System by integrating regulatory changes, audit findings, and project feedback.
•  Ensure ongoing revision and alignment of CDM strategy and management system documentation.

Digitalization & Data Management

• Leverage digital platforms to track CDM compliance, manage document control, and analyze performance metrics.
• Ensure reporting tools and dashboards are accurate, timely, and aligned with internal governance structures and external requirements

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• •Degree in engineering e.g. civil, mechanical or electrical; Chartered Engineer or Chartered Member of the Association for Project Safety (MAPS) is preferred.
•  In depth knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations, particularly for offshore infrastructure projects.
•  Proficiency in developing and reviewing PCI, CPP, and Health & Safety Files. • PRINCE 2 or Six Sigma qualification is an advantage.
• Certified or trained by recognized bodies (IOSH, NEBOSH, APS, RoSPA, or CPD-accredited).

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing CDM compliance in offshore wind, marine, or large-scale energy infrastructure.
•  Proven track record in developing and maintaining CDM systems within ISO frameworks (ISO 45001, 14001, 9001).
• Experience in integrating CDM/QHSE requirements into EPC and O&M contract structures.
• Demonstrated application of Safe by Design principles in multidisciplinary environments.
• Experience liaising with contractors, designers, and regulatory agencies in complex project settings.
• Delivered CDM training or coaching to project teams or supply chain stakeholders.
• Familiarity with offshore construction risk management, temporary works, and battery storage operations.
• Experience working in multi-cultural and geographically dispersed teams is advantageous.

Additional Information

Job-Specific Skills:

•  Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and facilitate knowledge transfer to site teams.
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, specifically managing digitalization and data analytics.
•  Proactive and results-oriented approach.
• High attention to detail, with strong analytical and digital reporting skills.
•  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant QHSE software (e.g., environmental management software, compliance dashboards)

Masdar is one of the world’s fastest growing renewable energy companies and a green hydrogen leader, placing the UAE at the forefront of the energy transition.

As a pioneer in advancing the clean energy sector and a key enabler of the UAE’s vision as a global leader in sustainability and climate action, Masdar has developed projects in more than 40 countries across six continents and has invested, or committed to invest, in worldwide projects with a combined value of more than US$30 billion.

Masdar unites the UAE’s three energy champions – Mubadala, ADNOC and TAQA – and will utilize their combined expertise to fulfill its purpose as a global clean energy pioneer across renewables and green hydrogen.

Promoting innovation in solar, wind, energy storage, waste-to-energy, and geothermal energy, Masdar has a proven record of delivering pioneering projects using cutting-edge clean energy technologies, that are commercially viable and bankable.

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