Site Coordinator & Interface Manager - Port Arthur, TX

Primary Purpose
Oversees the coordination and interface with other internal and external project proponents including the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor and subcontractors, operations and maintenance (O&M), adjoining projects, simultaneous operations (SIMOPS), verification unit, material logistics and information technology (IT) support. Defines and implements temporary facilities on site. During site mobilization, responsible for the construction and commissioning of temporary facilities. After mobilization to site, responsible for the management of monitoring/providing feedback on the EPC contractor's day to day construction activities, ensuring work flow with site permits and ensuring that the project is constructed in accordance with all applicable permits and codes/standards the verification unit has full access to perform their function as needed. Addresses conflicts, technical specialty questions and any other construction issues that arise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage contractor(s) construction activities to ensure compliance with the EPC contract, applicable permits, site regulations and construction safety program.
• Management of the Verification Unit.
• Work with Construction Manager, Project engineering and HSSE teams to address safe design constructability to ensure the agreed sequential work is installed in a cost-effective manner.
• Provide procurement with the requirements for administration of the site office and site activities.
• Ensure contractor has in place necessary site labor agreements and is in compliance with required labor laws.
• Monitor and support owner controlled insurance programs as applicable.
• Provide necessary coordination and acts as liaison with start up and commissioning team to transition from plant commissioning and startup to plant operations.
• Review, monitor and track construction schedule and progress and ensures overall project schedule compliance.
• Review and authorize validity of contractor payment application.
• Review and recommend resolutions regarding contractual disputes between owner and contractor.
• Provide input to project weekly and monthly construction progress report.
• Participate in regular contractor construction meetings.
• Ensure safe efficient turnover of plant to Commissioning and Start-up at mechanical Completion.
• 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 the owner construction staff required for the project consisting of direct hires, contract employees and consultants and contractors.
• Assist as needed community relations matters.
• Manage compliance with proper and manufacturer required storage/preservation requirements.
• Assist with project documentation, including turnover packages, as builts, red-lines etc., are completed properly.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or other technical discipline. Required
• Master's Degree in engineering or other technical discipline. Preferred

Experience

• Requires a minimum of eight (8) years of experience managing major mechanical construction projects including the construction of LNG, Oil & Gas, and energy infrastructure projects. Required
• Experience with brownfield projects. Preferred
• Background in management or construction of energy infrastructure projects. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Must possess knowledge and understanding of environmental requirements, construction practices/techniques, construction contracting, labor contracts and rules, and project controls and scheduling. Advanced
• Experience in monitoring contractor's QA/QC performance. Advanced
• Detailed knowledge of environmental and safety matters as they relate to the energy industry. Advanced
• Self-starter with proven leadership abilities, strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities. Advanced
• Ability to align with the strategic direction of the company. Advanced
• Demonstrated project management skills. Advanced
• Strong negotiation skills. Advanced
• Team player with demonstrated ability to work with, influence and manage a team to get results. Advanced
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Advanced
• Proficient computer skills including project management, spreadsheets, database, word processing, and presentation software. Advanced
• Strong knowledge of engineering and construction standards, materials, and companies/vendors processes. Advanced
• Ability to manage scheduled field work and budgets. Advanced
• Bilingual - English/Spanish. Intermediate

Licenses and Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE). Preferred

FIELD: Work in the field due to the nature of the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Business Operations

Full-time

Note: The Company strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

Sempra Infrastructure offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Port Arthur LNG-TXPA

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