Construction Mechanical Coordinator

About you:

Join us. Unleash your energy within.

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs:

As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING

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Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.  

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the job: 

Kent is looking for a Construction Mechanical Coordinator to be based in Bay City, Texas. 

You will serve as a key interface between engineering, construction contractors, and project management to ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of all mechanical construction activities.



Skills and Responsibilities:  


Responsibilities:

• Reports to the Construction Manager for planning, coordination, and execution oversight.
• Supports daily mechanical, civil and structural construction activities, ensuring work is performed in alignment with project specifications, drawings, and quality standards.
• Coordinates with contractors, vendors, and engineering to resolve mechanical technical queries and field-level issues.
• Conducts mechanical, civil and structural inspections for installation quality, construction readiness, and compliance with approved procedures.
• Oversees installation and construction activities associated with piping, rotating equipment, static equipment, HVAC, and mechanical packages.
• Verifies completion of construction documentation, redlines, and as-built updates.
• Supports field execution of mechanical system hydrotesting, flushing, torquing, and equipment alignment.
• Monitors contractor performance and mechanical progress, escalating risks or delays to the Construction Manager.
• Reviews construction check sheets, ITRs, and verification records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Demonstrates strong HSSE leadership at all times and actively reinforces a “safe work always” culture.
• Participates in required HSE, permit-to-work, and procedural training.
• Submits daily construction updates, progress reporting, and documentation of completed work.
• Ensures all team members, contractors, and vendors comply with project safety expectations and mechanical installation requirements.
• Supports mechanical punch list generation, walkdowns, and closure in accordance with project standards.
• Coordinates isolations, lockout/tagout, and safe-work boundaries under direction of the Construction Lead.
• Understands requirements for equipment installation, vessel fit-out, piping fabrication, supports installation, rotating equipment alignment, and QA/QC needs.
• Supports engineering and construction teams in preparing system turnover packages and mechanical documentation for subsystem completion.
• Participates in mechanical system walkdowns, punch categorization, and readiness verification for pre-commissioning.
• Ensures all mechanical deliverables, documentation, and installation practices meet project, client, and industry standards.
• Completes assigned work scope within project schedule expectations and ensures mechanical design intent is fully implemented during construction.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.


Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: 


Knowledge/ Qualification/ Training/ Certification: 

• 10 years' experience in mechanical construction coordination, inspection, or field engineering on industrial, energy, or downstream projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction processes including:
  • Installation of static and rotating equipment
  • Mechanical and process piping systems
  • HVAC and packaged equipment
  • Equipment alignment, torquing, QA/QC verification
• Familiarity with Control of Work, PTW, and safe-work coordination in field environments.
• Experience supporting mechanical system walkdowns, turnover documentation, and subsystem completion.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, and vendor documentation.

Communication:

• Clear verbal and written communication skills to ensure effective coordination with contractors, engineering teams, and project leadership.

Behavior/ Core Competencies:

• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism and prioritizing safety.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country. 

Details about the role: 


Location:  Bay City, TX
Relocation required: No
Travel required: Yes
Contract type: Regular, Full-Time
Experience level: 10 years