I&E Construction Lead: Field Electrical & Instrumentation

Crescent Energy; Three Rivers (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Energy seeks an I&E Construction Foreman to lead field construction activities for instrumentation and electrical projects across Oil & Gas facilities. You will oversee contract crews, ensure work meets drawings and standards, and manage budgets and schedules in a safety-focused environment.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of electrical/instrumentation systems, and the ability to coordinate across engineering, procurement, and operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical I&E training preferred
• 5+ years of progressive electrical and instrumentation construction experience in the Oil & Gas, midstream, refining, petrochemical, or industrial sector
• Previous experience leading field crews, contractors, or construction activities required
• Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical and instrumentation systems, including motors, MCCs, switchgear, PLC/controls interfaces, transmitters, control valves, analyzers, conduit, cable tray, grounding
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, loop diagrams, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, construction specifications, and material lists
• Knowledge of applicable safety practices and industry standards, electrical safe-work practices, lockout/tagout, and hazardous-location requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with common office and project-tracking tools
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to field locations as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field execution of I&E construction, installation, maintenance, and capital project activities at Oil & Gas facilities and related infrastructure
• Supervise contractors and field crews performing electrical, instrumentation, controls, conduit, cable tray, and related work
• Plan work activities; establish daily priorities; coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, permits, and access requirements
• Review drawings, loop diagrams, P&IDs, electrical area classifications, specifications, and work packages before execution
• Develop, review, and maintain BOMs; ensure materials are identified, available, and suitable
• Assist with developing scopes of work, contractor bid packages, work estimates, and schedules
• Monitor project costs, labor hours, material usage, commitments, and forecasted spending
• Coordinate with project personnel, operations, engineering, procurement, maintenance, inspection, and contractors
• Verify work quality and ensure installations meet codes, drawings, and company standards
• Enforce safety policies, permits, lockout/tagout, job safety analyses, and regulatory requirements
• Conduct daily safety meetings, pre-job discussions, field inspections, and toolbox talks
• Track progress against schedules and provide updates on completed work and constraints
• Support commissioning, startup, testing, punch-lists, turnover, and closeout activities
• Maintain accurate field records including daily reports and change orders
• Promote professional, accountable, and collaborative work with contractors and teams

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Project tracking tools

Job description

Crescent Energy seeks an I&E Construction Foreman to lead field construction activities for instrumentation and electrical projects across Oil & Gas facilities. You will oversee contract crews, ensure work meets drawings and standards, and manage budgets and schedules in a safety-focused environment.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of electrical/instrumentation systems, and the ability to coordinate across engineering, procurement, and operations.