Construction Manager – Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) (LNG Project)

KBR, Inc; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Job summary

KBR, Inc is seeking a Construction Manager with extensive Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) expertise for a major LNG project. You will lead I&E construction from installation through commissioning, coordinating with engineering, procurement, and operations to meet safety and schedule objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent construction experience) and 10+ years in I&E construction, with LNG or petrochemical project exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent construction experience.
• 10+ years of construction management experience on large industrial projects, including I&E scopes.
• LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, or power generation project experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead Instrumentation & Electrical construction activities from installation through commissioning and startup.
• Manage electrical and instrumentation contractors to ensure safety, quality, and schedule.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to meet project objectives.
• Oversee installation and testing of MV/LV systems, substations, MCCs, power distribution, and control systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

I&E construction

DCS/PLC/SCADA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Instrumentation/Construction Management

Tools

DCS/PLC/SCADA

Electrical power distribution

Job description

## Construction Manager – Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) (LNG Project)Applylocations: Port Sulphur, Louisianatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2126811**Title:**Construction Manager – Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) (LNG Project)KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.KBR is looking for a **Construction Manager with extensive Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) expertise** to support a major LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) project. The successful candidate will lead the planning, coordination, installation, testing, and commissioning of all electrical, instrumentation, controls, and communication systems associated with the construction of a world-class LNG facility.This position requires a proven leader with significant experience managing I&E construction activities on large industrial projects, including LNG, petrochemical, refinery, power generation, or gas processing facilities.Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:* Lead all Instrumentation & Electrical construction activities from installation through commissioning and startup.* Manage electrical and instrumentation contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.* Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to meet project objectives.* Oversee installation and testing of: + Medium-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems + Substations and switchgear + Motor control centers (MCCs) + Power distribution systems + Instrumentation and control systems + Distributed Control Systems (DCS) + Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD) + Fire and Gas Detection Systems + Telecommunications and fiber optic networks* Review construction work packages, drawings, specifications, and commissioning plans.* Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.* Monitor project schedules, manpower requirements, productivity, and cost performance.* Lead field inspections, quality audits, loop checks, system turnovers, and pre-commissioning activities.* Identify and resolve technical issues impacting schedule, quality, or safety.* Support development and execution of commissioning and startup plans.* Promote a strong safety culture and ensure strict compliance with site HSE requirements.* Provide regular progress reports and forecasts to project leadership and stakeholders.Required Education, Experience, & Skills:* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline **OR** equivalent construction experience.* Minimum **10 years of construction management experience**, including **significant experience managing I&E scopes on large industrial projects**.* Demonstrated experience on LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, or power generation projects.* Strong knowledge of: + Electrical power distribution systems + Instrumentation installation and calibration + Process controls and automation + DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems + Hazardous area classifications + Loop testing and system commissioning + NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and IEC standards* Experience managing large field teams and multiple subcontractors.* Proven ability to deliver complex I&E scopes safely and on schedule.* Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.**Preferred Qualifications*** Direct LNG project experience strongly preferred.* Experience supporting greenfield LNG export terminals or liquefaction facilities.* Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.* PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.* Experience with Honeywell, Emerson DeltaV, Yokogawa, ABB, Siemens, or similar control systems.Familiarity with turnover, commissioning, startup, and handover processesDecarbonization – Energy Transition – SustainabilityKBR BenefitsKBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.