Division
E&P
Direction
LNG Onshore Project
Job Title
Field Superintendent – Utilities, Pipeline Corridor
Situation in Organization
Reporting to: OSBL Area 3 Manager (Utilities, Pipeline, MEG)
Job Dimensions
- Major LNG development project with an overall capital cost in the multi?billion?dollar range.
- Onshore facilities include:
- 2 LNG trains (approx. 13 mtpa total)
- LNG and condensate storage
- Marine facilities (jetty and loading)
- Power generation
- Utilities and early site infrastructure
- Onshore EPC contract value approximately on the order of several billion USD, with construction representing a substantial portion.
- Site personnel expected to peak at around 15,000.
- The OSBL Field Superintendent supports the Area Manager in monitoring and overseeing the EPC Contractor’s activities within the assigned scope.
- OSBL scope includes but is not limited to utilities, pipelines, MEG facilities, and related offsite systems.
Activities
- Lead by example and foster a strong safety culture within both Client and EPC Contractor teams.
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable HSE requirements.
- Support the Area Manager in responsibilities related to the Pipeline and Utilities team.
- Ensure team performance meets corporate standards and requirements.
- Promote collaboration, teamwork, and trust.
- Report any incidents occurring in the assigned area without delay.
- Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project requirements through to system handover to Commissioning.
- Build effective working relationships with the EPC Contractor for daily coordination and critical issue resolution.
- Support development and review of execution plans, method statements, and procedures.
- Maintain regular site presence to demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, and oversight.
- Review construction progress, provide reporting input, identify schedule risks, and propose mitigation measures.
- Support overall site management through coordination with other departments.
- Identify risks and propose solutions using technical expertise and lessons learned.
- Oversee execution of all phases including pre?commissioning and handover to commissioning teams, including SIMOPS.
- Review and monitor EPC Contractor construction management processes.
- Attend construction planning meetings and follow up on actions.
- Coordinate QA/QC activities to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
- Support emergency drill planning and participate in incident investigations.
- Ensure proper documentation and handover of work packages and as-built records.
- Promote continuous improvement and encourage innovation within the team and contractor personnel.
Context and Environment
- Multinational project entity with significant social performance obligations and external financing requirements.
- Remote site location with limited infrastructure and communication reliability.
- Site subject to health and security mitigation measures.
- Rotational position.
Accountabilities
- Ensure safe delivery of assigned facilities during construction and handover to Operations in line with approved cost and schedule.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure safe, timely, and fit?for?purpose execution of work.
Qualifications & Experience Required
Education
- Degree in Engineering or related discipline (advanced degree or professional certifications preferred).
Experience
- Minimum 15 years of relevant industry experience.
- At least 5 years in a superintendent or equivalent leadership role on large multidisciplinary projects.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience on greenfield projects.
- Experience in LNG liquefaction (preferred), or petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, or pipeline projects.
- Strong understanding of project success factors: safety, environmental management, scheduling, quality, organisational competency, and risk management.
- Demonstrated strong HSE leadership and ability to promote a safety?driven culture.
- Effective communication and decision?making skills.
- Strong English language skills; additional languages (e.g., Portuguese or French) advantageous.
- Good knowledge of international construction standards and regulations (API, ASME, ISO, NFPA, etc.).
- Proven SIMOPS management experience.
- Experience ensuring proper documentation, as?built records, and handover to operations/commissioning.