Onshore Construction Representative

Key Accountabilities / Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage onshore construction and commissioning activities for production assets and capital projects of small & medium scope and complexity.
• Provide overall construction management direction, from project planning through execution, commissioning, and close‑out.
• Develop and implement construction and commissioning execution plans, procedures, and site execution strategies.
• Establish construction methods, procedures, costs, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Develop detailed schedules, manpower plans, vendor support requirements, and construction contracting strategies.
• Oversee and coordinate construction contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel, ensuring effective execution and alignment with project objectives.
• Lead constructability reviews and hazard identification / risk assessment workshops, ensuring risks and safeguards are incorporated into execution plans and work packs.
• Implement site safety management systems to ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure construction and commissioning activities meet specified standards and requirements.
• Monitor compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, permits, and safety requirements for all onsite and offsite construction activities.
• Manage construction budgets and schedules, including progress measurement, reporting, and forecasting.
• Identify execution risks and variances, recommend adjustments to construction strategies or schedules, and coordinate changes with the Project Manager, Project Controls Lead, and Site Team.
• Lead schedule reviews with the site construction team and drive recovery plans as required.
• Select and coordinate tools, materials, equipment, and support services required for construction execution.
• Support construction contract development, negotiation, review, and approval.
• Ensure Implementation of site document management systems throughout project execution.
• Issue regular (weekly / monthly) construction progress and status reports to internal stakeholders.
• Manage project close‑out activities, including demobilization of construction and commissioning teams, vendors, and contractors, and completion of documentation close‑out.
• Mentor, develop, and lead construction and commissioning team members, fostering strong execution discipline and safety culture.
  
  

• Reports directly to the BU Facilities Engineering Construction Supervisor.
• Works closely with Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Operations, HSE, and external contractors.
• Work frequently impacts multiple work groups and may have BU‑level visibility.
  
  

• Typically requires 10+ years of construction management experience.
• Proven experience in onshore construction, preferably within upstream oil & gas or industrial facilities.
• Experience with piping, mechanical, structural, and electrical construction scopes.
• Familiarity with project execution methodologies and construction management practices.
• Technical or trade certifications; Eng degree - preferred.
• Relevant safety, construction, and professional training courses required.
  
  

• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, methods, and execution strategies.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, cost control, risk management, and quality systems.
• Solid technical background in construction, engineering, or related discipline.
  
  

• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑disciplinary construction and commissioning teams.
• Strong project management capabilities, including planning, budgeting, and execution control.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop team members in construction execution management.
  
  

• Effective communicator with the ability to convey complex technical and execution information to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify, assess, and resolve construction and execution challenges proactively.