Offshore Construction Lead

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future. We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?

Our Sunrise Wind Project team is now looking for an Offshore Construction Lead. This position will be based in our St. John's office with possible business trips to Aker Solutions fabrication yards in Norway and eventually transition to Offshore New York (Long Island) for the completion of the Sunrise HVDC hook-up project scope.

What will you be doing?

• Responsible for overall performance management of the offshore construction team including key subcontractors.
• Review work pack requirements including materials, labour and operational requirements to ensure delivery of scheduled work scopes.
• Responsible for the administration of job progress, personnel and equipment timesheets.
• Assist with material and equipment movements.
• Responsible for the preparation and management of permit to work requirements and supporting documentation.
• Assist with development of site queries for any deviations against original scope.
• Responsible for mechanical completion, commissioning and handover activities associated with scopes of work.
• Responsible for employee performance management.
• Coordinate with onshore and offshore personnel in the completion of site surveys and technical queries Responsible for conflict management and resolution.
• Liaison with other platform stakeholders to maintain healthy relationships for efficient support of facility requirements.
• Assist Execution Lead with POB management inline with approved construction schedule.
• Participate in regularly scheduled construction meetings both onshore and offshore and provide input and feedback into project plans and schedules.
• Responsible for overseeing completion of work pack documentation including as building, mechanical completion, PSSR, lessons learned, etc.
• Ensure all procedures, processes and specifications are being adhered to during offshore execution scopes.
• Champion ongoing continuous improvement initiatives and offer cost effective solutions to both Aker Solutions and client.
• Travel offshore as required to support execution / installation of hook up and commissioning work.
• Support and maintain good working relationship with other groups that require other discipline construction support (operations, drilling and maintenance).

We think you should have:

• Technical diploma or degree in an engineering discipline, trade diploma, or an equivalent combination of education relevant experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must complete mandatory safety training and meet qualifications required for work offshore.
• Understanding of client installation, specifications, logistic constraints, and local regulations.
• Experience implementing, administering and managing multi-discipline construction/commissioning work activities offshore.
• Must have strong computer skills and become familiar with various computer applications required for management of materials, work progress, timesheets, etc.

More reasons to work with us:

• Professional development and career opportunities
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Healthy work-life balance
• Social and team-building events
• Dynamic project and team environment 

Interested? Contact us.

Consistent with the Atlantic Accords Act, residents of Newfoundland and Labrador specifically, and Canadians generally, who are qualified, will be given first consideration for training and employment. For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment and background screening will be required. We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Eligibility to Work in Canada

All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit. Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled, or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least one (1) week prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded. In certain situations, Aker Solutions may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions within the Company and may also provide the information to its clients, in connection with possible opportunities with existing clients as part of their approval process.
 

Diversity and Inclusion

Our goal is to make Aker Solutions a place where everyone can perform at their best by creating opportunities for all. We see diversity as a source of creativity, innovation, and as a key competitive advantage. Diversity includes not only gender, ethnicity, or age but also disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and many other parts of one's identity.   We welcome your application no matter who you are or where you come from and encourage you to let us know if you need any supportive adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.

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