Description:
The Construction Field Coordinator supports the Lima Refinery construction project team on a 12-month contract assignment, providing oversight and coordination across all stages of the work, with the following key responsibilities:
Construction and Project Management:
- Participate in project execution planning activities (design reviews, model review, Construction Work Package preparation, construction sequence planning, Contractor Log, systems turnover, etc.) as needed.
Pre-Mobilization Work:
- Develop bid requisitions in collaboration with the Construction Manager and Project Engineer.
- Prepare technical bid documents and participate in contractor bid evaluations.
- Develop and maintain performance (quantity installed) verification tools.
Execution:
- Monitor contractor performance against contractual requirements (safety, quality, cost, schedule, change management), identifying variances and recommending mitigations in daily reporting.
- Assist contractors and engineering with material issues, shortages, or discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate records of construction metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including field quantity surveys and performance factor tracking.
Post Execution:
- Participate in contractor close-out activities and lessons learned meetings.
Safety:
- Actively participate in company safety initiatives and ensure adherence to the Safety Management System.
- Wear required PPE at all times.
- Conduct and participate in field hazard assessments and risk assessments.
- Take part in mentorship and competency programs.
- Observe and mentor team members on safe work practices.
- Understand, comply with, and communicate OSHA regulations.
Quality:
- Ensure compliance with project specifications and quality requirements.
- Create, maintain, and manage the Master Deficiency List (MDL).
- Manage project turnovers in accordance with established turnover processes.
Schedule:
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and tracking of master project schedules.
- Verify contractor progress and performance, reporting findings and potential mitigations to leadership.
Cost:
- Review contractor reporting to confirm the accuracy of actuals and forecasts.
- Participate in monthly accrual processes.
Change Management:
- Identify and address risks related to contractors and Construction Work Packages.
- Review and recommend solutions for technical issues.
- Review, process, and communicate contractor Requests for Information (RFIs), Field Change Notices (FCNs), and Requests for Clarification (RFCs).
Communication / Reporting:
- Identify and communicate risks related to safety, quality, cost, and schedule.
- Provide progress, risk, and look-ahead reports, participating in related meetings.
- Maintain regular communication with internal team members and external stakeholders (e.g., engineering partners).
Other:
- Participate actively in toolbox, coordination, and communication meetings.
- Maintain a daily journal/log to capture key conversations and information.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in mechanical engineering technology (minimum).
- At least 5+ years of experience in a field role on large industrial construction projects.
- Formal health and safety training is considered an asset.
Additional Details:
- 12-month contract assignment.
- Preference for local candidates, though non-local candidates may be eligible for $151/day per diem and travel expenses (economy airfare or mileage at IRS rate).
- Work schedule: Initially 5×8-hour days with 2 days off per week; will transition to 4×10-hour days with 3 days off as the project schedule advances.
- Travel required.