TL;DR
Iraq's contracting market in 2026 spans four main hubs: Baghdad (reconstruction, government projects, and international firms), Basra (the oil-and-gas capital), and Erbil and Sulaymaniyah (real-estate development and investment). In-demand roles cover civil, electrical, and mechanical engineers, petroleum engineers, project managers, quantity surveyors, and HSE specialists - with NEBOSH/OSHA certifications near-mandatory in oil and gas. The guide ends with a directory of 34 companies with application contacts.
Where are the opportunities in Iraq?
Baghdad hosts the big local and international firms working reconstruction and infrastructure (Turkey's Enka and the global CCC among them). Basra is the oil-and-gas capital, home to petroleum services and logistics-support companies. Erbil and Sulaymaniyah are in a broad real-estate and investment surge through major groups, some employing over 3,000 people.
The most in-demand roles
- Civil, electrical, and mechanical engineers
- Petroleum engineers
- Project managers and quantity surveyors (QS)
- HSE specialists
- Procurement officers and skilled technicians
What do you need to compete in Iraq's market?
Documented project experience, fluency in AutoCAD, Primavera P6, and Revit, accredited safety certifications (OSHA, NEBOSH) that are near-mandatory in oil and gas, working English for the foreign firms, and membership in the Iraqi Engineers Syndicate. And never underestimate networking - in Iraq's market specifically, a personal referral opens doors no email can.
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We've compiled 34 contracting and engineering companies operating in Iraq across Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, and Sulaymaniyah - local and international. Click "Show contact details" next to any company - and make your email subject specific: "Civil engineer - 5 years' experience - available immediately."
Important notice
Contact data is compiled from public sources and may change - always verify on the company's official site before applying. Applying for jobs is always free; never pay a middleman.
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AKT Oil Services
Al Bilal Group
Al-Aghar General Contracting
Al-Burhan Group
Al-Mahaja Construction
Al-Masar Company
Al-Nafeeso Company
Al-Safi General Contracting
ALMCO Group
Basrah Mas Company (BMC)
Combined Group Contracting (CGC)
Consolidated Contractors Company (CCC)
Enka Construction
Falcon Group
Faruk Investment Group
Future Will Engineering
HAKS Group
Hemn Group
HMH Group
Inash Al-Basra (ACGC)
Iraq Al Eamar Company
Iraq Oilfield Services (IOS)
Iraqi Group Company (IGC)
KAR Group
KY Holding
Modern Constructions (Emaar Al Hadeth)
Nokan Group
Petromeen LLC
Prime Support Services
RAK Oil Services
Rekan Group
Salaei Group
Shale Group
Ster Group
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I find oil-and-gas jobs in Iraq?
Primarily Basra - the petroleum services and support companies there hire continuously, and safety certifications (NEBOSH/OSHA) raise your odds considerably.
Is joining the Iraqi Engineers Syndicate necessary?
Yes, for official practice - and it's also an important channel for opportunities and professional relationships.
How do I apply to the foreign companies operating in Iraq?
Through the official career portals with a strong English CV - companies like Enka and CCC take online applications exclusively.
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