Pipeline Construction Specialist

Enbridge; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 167,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Generous parental leave

Retirement plan with company stock

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness program

FlexWork hybrid

Job summary

Enbridge in Calgary is seeking a Pipeline Construction Specialist to develop, maintain, and improve construction standards for Canada and the United States. You will guide project teams in welding, NDT, inspection, and field execution to ensure safe, high‑quality delivery.

The role requires 7+ years of pipeline construction experience, a bachelor’s degree, and the ability to mentor inspectors while aligning with CSA Z662, API 1104, ASME B31.4, and ASME B31.8 requirements.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in pipeline construction supporting capital projects with emphasis on pipeline construction, welding, NDT, hydrostatic testing, inspection, field execution and construction quality management
• A bachelor’s degree preferably in construction management or engineering; candidates without a degree require an additional 3 years related experience

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Projects construction standards for Canada and the United States.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams on pipeline installation methods, construction execution, welding, NDT, inspection practices and pressure testing.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for pipeline construction quality, welding processes, inspection programs and NDT compliance requirements
• Support digital project delivery by improving traceability of materials, welding records, and NDT data.
• Improve inspector onboarding, training, and competency development processes.
• Participate in project health checks to assess alignment with company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry practices.
• Work with project teams to share guidelines and advance continuous improvement across construction execution.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable Canadian and U.S. pipeline construction regulations, codes, and standards.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to project teams, inspectors, and construction personnel based on industry guidelines and field lessons learned

Skills

Pipeline construction

Welding

NDT

Hydrostatic testing

Inspection

Field execution

Construction quality management

Governance documents

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

CWB/CWI certifications

Job description

Posting End Date

August 13, 2026

Employee Type

Regular-Full time

Union/Non

This is a non-union position

Are you experienced within Pipeline Construction or Chief Inspection with deep, hands‑on pipeline construction experience and a passion for driving industry‑leading standards? If you bring expert knowledge of pipeline construction, including welding, NDT, inspection, and field execution, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact across some of the most critical pipeline projects in Canada and the United States!

Join us as a Pipeline Construction Specialist, where you will play a key role in developing, enhancing, and managing project construction standards that support safe, consistent, and high‑quality project delivery. By using your field expertise, you will help develop governance documents, technical guidelines, and continuous improvement initiatives while strengthening pipeline construction excellence and inspector management programs. Your experience in the field will be instrumental in building the framework, standards, and guidelines that ensure successful project execution across our organization. We look forward to hearing from you!

What You Will Do

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Projects construction standards for Canada and the United States.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams on pipeline installation methods, construction execution, welding, non‑destructive testing (NDT), inspection practices and pressure testing.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for pipeline construction quality, welding processes, inspection programs and NDT compliance requirements
• Support digital project delivery by improving traceability of materials, welding records, and NDT data.
• Improve inspector onboarding, training, and competency development processes.
• Participate in project health checks to assess alignment with company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry practices.
• Work with project teams to share guidelines and advance continuous improvement across construction execution.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable Canadian and U.S. pipeline construction regulations, codes, and standards.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to project teams, inspectors, and construction personnel based on industry guidelines and field lessons learned

Who You Are

You have:

• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in pipeline construction supporting capital projects with an emphasis on pipeline construction, welding, NDT, hydrostatic testing, inspection, field execution and construction quality management
• A bachelor’s degree preferably in construction management or engineering. *Candidates who do not possess a university degree, an additional 3 years of related experience is required*

You Can

• A minimum of 3 years of experience developing or maintaining governance documents, procedures, standards, technical guidelines and training materials
• Show expert knowledge of pipeline construction practices, welding procedures, NDT guidelines, inspection requirements and construction quality programs
• Demonstrate an understanding of relevant pipeline construction codes and standards including CSA Z662, API 1104, ASME B31.4, and ASME. B31.8 along with working knowledge of applicable Canadian and US pipeline regulations, including CER and PHMSA requirements

You Are

• An excellent written and verbal communicator with strong presentation, facilitation and organizational skills who can collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, influence without direct authority and build alignment across project collaborators

The Following Are Considered Assets

• Experience with digital project delivery platforms and data driven construction record management
• Current or previous certifications related to pipeline inspection, welding inspection (CWB/CWI), NDT, or construction quality management
• Experience supporting large diameter transmission pipeline projects across Canada and /or the United States
• Prior experience as a Pipeline Construction Manager, Chief Inspector, Lead Inspector or similar based leadership role

Benefits

• A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance and disability
• A paid birthing parent and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event
• Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option
• Paid time off/vacation/sick, plus paid personal days off (depending on location), and paid holidays
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program
• A Wellness Program, which focuses on supporting healthier employees by providing tools, resources, and opportunities to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well being
• Enbridge’s FlexWork (hybrid work model) offers eligible employees (Manager and below) the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, opt for a compressed workweek schedule and have flexible start and end times. Role requirements determine eligibility for each option. #joinourteam

Working Conditions

• Approximately 90% Office Environment-vs-10 % in a field, home office or operating facility and outside operations in all types of weather.
• Air travel within Canada and US, occasional local travel driving rental vehicle (10-20%).
• Often multiple competing priorities.
• Occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment may be above 90 dBA

Salary

• Ranges from $120,000 – $150,000 USD for US locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity.
• Applicable compensation policies and guidelines apply to internal candidates.

Physical Requirements Include But Are Not Limited To

Grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com