Airswift is currently looking for an experienced professional in Field Engineering department to monitor the Contractor’s activities in Civil, Concrete, Structural steel, Industrial buildings and other facilities. The incumbent will monitor, and spearhead walk downs, punch listing and turn over to Facility/Assets group. This position is fieldbased, and all the intended work will be performed at the project premises. The project is located near Port Arthur city, TX.

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    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Monitor construction activities to ensure quality, project schedule adherence and compliance with drawings, project specifications and applicable codes.
    • Lead the role in client’s perspective to preview, understand and monitor the scope of work in regards to heavy industrial facilities, build by contractor.
    • Provide knowledge and expertise in particular discipline, subject matter expertise in Site preparation, Civil ,Structural and Architectural works. Familiar with HVAC system, Fire detection & Suppression, Electrical & Telecoms, Plumbing, Sanitary system, Bridge crane and elevators related to permanent buildings in plant environment.
    • Conduct regular inspections and prepare the daily and weekly reports.
    • Attend contractor walk downs with focus on details and scope of work.
    • Carry punch list walk downs, tracking, incomplete activities and monitoring the completion of punch items.
    • Maintain the highest level of safety awareness and ensure all tasks are completed to the highest safety standards, promotes zero accident philosophy.
    • Support construction team in interpreting engineering design documents, vendor documents and code excerpts.
    • Review and improve inspection test plans, coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals.
    • Provide technical input based on evaluation and witness critical activities.
    • Review the plans and studies developed by Contractor or their subcontractors. These plans may include accessibility, averting obstructions, maintaining the clearances around plant appurtenances.
    • Review Contractor Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), FLHA (Field Level Hazard Assessment) and Critical equipment check list.
    • Monitor the performance of rigging craft and their practices, documenting and sharing the observations to Port Arthur LNG in a mutually agreeable format.
    • Ensure compliance with statutory and contractors requirements related to transport, rigging & lifting activities at site.
    • Perform the duties as an Owner’s representative in auditing point of view, prepare the evaluation report with suggested methods to improve. Share lessons learned to be implemented.
    • Provide evaluation reports in accordance with best practices in the industry and referencing to applicable codes/standards and legislations.
    • Coordinate with Project Field Engineer on technical matters and with Contracts Manager on administering the contractual terms and conditions.
    • Monitor, track and submit daily/weekly/monthly progress/status reports.
    • Develop and maintain daily activity log and detailed records of activities.
    • Monitor and report receipt of permanent plant equipment on site.
    • Conduct walk downs with Owner construction representatives and Contractor counterparts.
    • Provide proper documentations and reports of observations and findings of non-conformance issues and concerns.
    • Collaborate and maintain positive relationship with the EPC Contractor.

    Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferred) and or suitable experience in relative field required.

    Experience:

    • 15+ years of experience in major construction projects in Oil and Gas/Refinery/Process industry required. Experience with Oil and Gas industry, LNG, power plants or other large infrastructure construction projects is an added advantage.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • In depth knowledge required on all facets of Civil, Structural & Architectural Engineering and familiarity with Mechanical, Electrical and Fire systems.
    • Actual work experience leading to a thorough understanding of the relevant field.
    • Extensive work knowledge required on all facets of Civil, Structural and Architectural.
    • Thorough working knowledge required on composite structures that consist of Steel, Concrete and Precast elements, etc.
    • In-depth knowledge of environmental and safety requirements, and industrial safety practices.
    • In-depth knowledge of construction best practices/techniques, and construction planning and scheduling.
    • In-depth knowledge of Quality Assurance & Quality Control best practices.
    • In-depth knowledge of engineering, construction and safety codes and standards.
    • In-depth Knowledge and compliance to Zero-accident philosophy.
    • In-depth Knowledge on LNG industry and the project location to adhere with FERC regulations, regarding environmental and compliance requirements.
    • Prior experience in supervising and executing major industrial /commercial Buildings. Through knowledge of Buildings & Fire Codes and familiarity with HVAC system, Fire detection & Suppression, Electrical & Telecoms, Plumbing, Sanitary systems, bridge crane and elevators related to permanent buildings in plant environment.
    • Possess thorough knowledge on the latest trends in the industry and shall be in a position to direct to most applicable tools.
    • Proficiency in preparing the evaluation reports and submitting them on a regular basis without any delay.
    • Thorough knowledge on working with diverse types of cranes that are being used in Construction industry.
    • Possess cognizance of climatic conditions of the Project location and shall be physically fit and prepared to perform the intended duties.
    • Adhere and promote the culture of one team environment; the team consists of Owner, Contractors and Subcontractors.
    • Self-starter with proven leadership abilities, strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
    • Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Prior experience as Client’s representative or a third-party specialist would be an added advantage.
    • Expertise in developing method statements, preparing risk assessments and developing project specifications, and picking up lessons to consider in future expansion of the project.
    • Knowledge and resources to liaise with statutory parties involved outside the Project when required.
    • Team player with the ability to influence and manage a team to get positive results, and possess expertise to perform technical audits of contractor’s proposals.
    • Ability to present issues, concerns and provide recommendations and solutions to management.
    • Good working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Visio).
    • Prior experience in handling similar industrial jobs is preferred.