Facilities Construction Engineer

Tourmaline Oil Corp; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tourmaline Oil Corp. in Calgary seeks a Facilities Construction Engineer to lead planning and execution of wellsite equipment installations, pipelines, and facility optimization projects. This role is based in our Calgary office with regular field travel.

You will ensure safety compliance, obtain permits, review drawings, plan schedules, monitor costs, and collaborate with engineering and operations teams to deliver fit-for-purpose facilities on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with EIT or P.Eng designation.
• Minimum 2 years in facilities or production operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure construction activities meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Obtain permits (OGC, AER, PLA's, PIL, MSL) before start.
• Plan and schedule facilities construction projects.
• Prepare bid evaluations for upcoming work.
• Collaborate with engineering firms to ensure fit-for-purpose designs.
• Ensure construction is fully code compliant.
• Review and sign off on construction drawings.
• Monitor costs and timelines with contractors.
• Provide field troubleshooting and resolution of issues as they arise.
• Complete project closeout documentation and lessons learned.
• Build relationships with internal staff, service providers, and regulators.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Post-secondary degree in Engineering

Job description

Tourmaline Oil Corp. is a Canadian senior crude oil and natural gas exploration and production company focused on long-term growth through an active exploration, development, production and acquisition program in the western Canadian sedimentary basin.

Tourmaline is currently seeking a Facilities Construction Engineer to support a variety of construction projects, including wellsite equipment installations, pipelines, and facility optimization initiatives. This position is based in our Calgary office, with regular field travel expected.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all construction activities are carried out in compliance with corporate and regulatory safety standards, and current industry best practices.
• Confirm all necessary permits (OGC, AER, PLA's, PIL, MSL, etc.) are obtained prior to project commencement.
• Plan and schedule upcoming facilities construction projects.
• Organize construction timelines and prepare bid evaluations for upcoming work.
• Collaborate with engineering firms to ensure designs are fit-for-purpose and meet project requirements.
• Ensure construction work is fully code compliant.
• Review and sign off on construction drawings.
• Work closely with field operations to validate construction scopes.
• Lead construction kickoff meetings with contractors.
• Monitor costs and timelines, holding contractors accountable to agreed schedules and budgets.
• Provide operational support including troubleshooting and resolution of field issues as they arise.
• Complete project closeout documentation, including lessons learned and performance evaluations.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with internal technical staff, key service providers, and relevant regulatory agencies.

Experience and Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Engineering; EIT / P.Eng designation required
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience in facilities or production operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly adaptable and able to meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.