Sobre esta vaga de Construction Technician na BP
Job Family Group:
Operations Group
Job Description:
bpx energy, a major oil and gas producer in the United States, leverages its expertise in unconventional gas, including shale, to deliver hydrocarbon production and technical knowledge worldwide. With operations in Texas and Louisiana, our US onshore business has become both a premier oil and gas producer and a leader in reducing methane emissions.
As part of BP, a global industry leader, we foster a high-energy, high-intensity environment built on accountability, collegiality, innovation, and empowerment. At bpx, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment where safety, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork are valued.
Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of reimagining and reinventing the future of energy.
Construction Technician — Automation Skillset
ROLE SYNOPSIS
The Construction Technician is responsible for overseeing instrumentation and electrical construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, quality specifications, and project schedules. This role serves as the primary liaison between contractors, engineering, commissioning, and operations to deliver safe, compliant, and cost-effective electrical and instrumentation systems.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Ensure contractors and crew members comply with lifesaving rules, contractor expectations, company safety requirements, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO), One Call clearances, and Ground Disturbance Permit requirements.
- Manage instrumentation and electrical (I&E) construction activities for new facilities and modifications, coordinating crew placement, Coordination of Work (COW), project schedules, and contractor execution.
- Perform daily site visits, construction walkdowns, and QA/QC inspections to verify work meets specifications, applicable standards, and project requirements and to prevent rework.
- Review and approve yellow-line/red-line markups, document P&ID and drawing changes, and ensure as-built documentation, I&E checklists, data sheets, and QA/QC records are uploaded to Teams.
- Procure, receive, inspect, organize, and track instruments, panels, specialty items, Artificial Lift equipment, consumables, and other construction materials.
- Complete Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) I&E sections and verify I&E testing and documentation are complete prior to Production On-Line (POL).
- Provide on-site commissioning and POL support, coordinate vendor start-up activities, and communicate with the Commissioning team regarding facility performance after start-up.
- Track daily project costs, contractor cost reports, material deliveries, and project status; identify cost-reduction opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
- Maintain current OneNote project logs, handover notes, phone lists, drawings, P&IDs, driving directions, and other project documentation.
- Coordinate effectively with engineering, commissioning, operations, Drilling and Completions, contractors, vendors, managers, and other stakeholders, including support for SIMOPS.
- Provide technical direction, mentoring, and coaching to contract I&E specialists on proper installation techniques, quality expectations, and safe work practices.
- Complete required VTA training, maintain current certifications, and stay current on applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
- Working knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, installation practices, and construction activities.
- Working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), Lockout/Tagout procedures, and applicable safety protocols.
- Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, construction drawings, and equipment documentation.
- Experience coordinating contractors, performing QA/QC inspections, maintaining project documentation, and tracking costs and materials.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience supporting I&E construction, pre-startup, commissioning, and Production On-Line (POL) activities.
- Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, engineering, commissioning, operations, and Drilling and Completions teams.
- Experience with project documentation and tracking tools, including Teams, OneNote, and cost-tracking applications.
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES
- Strong commitment to safety, compliance, quality, and operational discipline.
- Effective communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Strong organization, planning, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
- Ability to provide technical direction, mentor contractors, and work effectively across multiple teams.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Field-based role requiring daily site visits to active construction locations and coordination with construction crews.
- Work is performed around active construction, electrical, instrumentation, commissioning, and production activities.
- Must be able to support changing project schedules, construction priorities, commissioning activities, and shift handovers.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to access and walk active construction and operating sites to perform inspections and walkdowns.
- Ability to work outdoors and around field equipment as required by construction and commissioning activities.
- Ability to inspect equipment, materials, panels, instruments, labels, signage, and completed installation work in field locations.
LOCATION
- George West, TX
SCHEDULE
- 4 days per week, 10-hour workdays
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base Compensation
- $108,000-$146,000
Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.
We offer a reward and wellbeing package designed to support your life both inside and outside of work. Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Discretionary annual bonus program
- Long-term incentive program
- 401(k) matching program
LEGAL AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS
- Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the United States for any employer other than your current employer.
- Must not require sponsorship now or in the future for employment visa status, including H-1B, TN, or similar visas.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits and privileges. Please contact us to request accommodations.
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Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
