Field Construction Engineer- I&C

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Field Construction Engineer – Instrumentation and Controls for one of our clients in the LNG Industry. The Field Construction Engineer I&C will oversee the safe and environmentally compliant execution of electrical/instrumentation and controls installation and testing; loop checks by EPC contractor at the project premises. The incumbent will monitor the execution of work to ensure that progression is per the project specifications, industry standards and applicable codes.

Report on quality issues in a timely manner and help in resolving them with subject matter expertise. Foster harmonious relations with Construction, Commissioning, Turnover and Operations group to deliver a qualitative product to maintain a world-class LNG facility. Assist the planning and developing tools to indicate progress and generate daily, weekly and monthly reports. Involve in eliminating errors in the first place and interacting with craft professionals to obtain the best quality in a safe manner.

In this role, the incumbent will be reporting to the Field Engineering Manager. Provide input on project field engineering specialization roles and expertise on overseeing material management, quantity verification, and validation. Technical inspection and testing knowledge, and coordination with contractors involved. Ensure field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements.

• Perform field observations, leadership and field walks, JSA reviews, attend toolbox meetings, and adhere to project’s safety regulations.
• Ensure appropriate qualifications, code compliances, and adhere to the project specifications and industry standards.
• Maintain accountability on deliverables to project within specific discipline, monitor the progress of work, participate in punch list walkdowns.
• Develop firm understanding of system scoping from the beginning and prepare to walk the systems in the areas involved. Compile the drawings and specifications associated with each system well in advance.
• Oversee and manage contractor(s) construction activities to ensure compliance with the EPC contract, applicable permits, site regulations and construction safety program and monitor the schedule compliance.
• Interface and respond to technical queries from internal stakeholders, EPC contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other counter parties required.
• Ensure the zero-accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area; tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
• Participate in regular contractor construction meetings.
• Review contractor’s procedures, reports and quality of the product to ensure compliance and EPC contract requirements.
• Coordinate with Commissioning and Start-up Manager and engineers to facilitate start-up of the project in accordance with operations agreed system turnover plan and plant performance testing and expectations.
• Manage compliance with proper and manufacturer required storage/preservation requirements.
• Carry receipt observations or make visits to various lay down yards that store electrical equipment to understand the storage adherences.
• Perform other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 8+ years of experience managing major mechanical construction projects including the construction of LNG, Oil & Gas, Chemical and energy infrastructure projects required.
• At least 5 years of background in management or construction…