Cheniere Energy Inc

Superintendent, Construction

Cheniere Energy Inc$100K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
  • 10+ years of experience in large scale industrial projects; 5+ years in a leadership role.
  • Experience with LNG or oil and gas EPC projects preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of health, safety, security, and environmental standards.
  • In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements and construction management principles.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee contractor construction activities for compliance with project requirements.
  • Enforce strict safety adherence and permit systems.
  • Monitor contractor resources to ensure schedule commitments are met.
  • Verify construction work against approved drawings and quality standards.
  • Track daily project progress and identify delays to implement recovery plans.
  • Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to resolve technical issues.
  • Provide timely reports and updates to construction management.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on large scale LNG projects.
  • Minimal supervision, allowing for significant independence in management.
  • Company-sponsored training for certifications such as first aid and CPR.
  • Diverse work environment with indoor/outdoor responsibilities.
  • Participation in a regulated safety program with drug and alcohol testing.
Full Job Description
Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Construction Superintendent will report to the Construction Manager and be responsible for overseeing day to day field construction activities on large scale LNG projects. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of construction work by EPC contractors in alignment with the project plans, specifications and schedules. The Construction Supervisor is one of the primary field representatives for the company, monitoring contractor performance, resolving issues, and driving compliance with safety, quality, and productivity standards.

KNOWLEDGE

Understands all facets of industrial construction project management. Has knowledge of the transportation, storage, and processing of liquefied natural gas (LNG) or other cryogenic hydrocarbon liquids. In-depth knowledge of receiving terminal, equipment, maintenance protocols, governmental regulations and related technical and safety codes and standards is required. Must understand human resources policies, processes and employee relations principles. A high level of health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) awareness is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Oversee contractor construction activities within assigned areas to ensure compliance with design, specifications, and project requirements.
• Champion and enforce strict adherence to company and contractor safety programs, procedures, and permit to work systems.
• Monitor contractor workforce, equipment, and progress; ensure resources are adequately deployed to meet schedule commitments.
• Verify construction work meets approved drawings, codes, standards, and quality requirements; coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspections and testing.
• Track daily progress against project schedule; identify potential delays and work with contractors to implement recovery plans.
• Coordinate with engineering, commissioning, procurement, and project controls teams to resolve technical issues and maintain alignment across disciplines.
• Provide accurate and timely daily/weekly reports, progress updates, and issues identified to the construction management team.
• Identify and escalate issues, risks, and conflicts; work proactively with contractors and internal teams to resolve them.
• Assist in evaluating change requests and provide input for claims, variations, or scope adjustments.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with company standards, regulatory requirements, and contract obligations.
• The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS)

Education and Certifications: Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field; equivalent field experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Experience: At least 10+ years of experience on large scale industrial projects with at least 5 of those years in a leadership role; LNG or oil and gas EPC project experience strongly preferred.

DIRECT REPORTS

As required by the project.

FREEDOM TO ACT

The Construction Superintendent is responsible for all on-site activities in their scope and requires minimal supervision.

WORK CONDITIONS
• Job is performed in an industrial construction environment.
• Will be required to work after normal work hours and on weekends.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, smell, type and write.
• Must be able to scale a vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or more in height and lift and move objects weighting up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors and outdoors, and be exposed to year-around weather conditions, ocean environment, and noise. There is a considerable amount of outdoor activities involved.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Required to pass regularly scheduled physical examinations mandated by regulatory authorities.
• Required to obtain mandated certification by attending Company-sponsored training in basic first aid and CPR.
• Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.

ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.

About Cheniere Energy Inc

Cheniere Energy, Inc. is an international energy company headquartered in Houston, Texas, and is the leading producer of liquefied natural gas in the United States. They provide clean, secure, and affordable energy to the world, while responsibly delivering a reliable, competitive, and integrated source of LNG, in a safe and rewarding work environment. Cheniere’s operations, construction and development also support energy and economic development across the United States. By 2020, Cheniere is expected to be a top-5 global provider of LNG.

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Join the dynamic team at Cheniere Energy Inc, a leader in the energy sector, where innovation, leadership, and diversity are at the heart of our operations. As the largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) producer in the United States, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.

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Choosing a career at Cheniere Energy Inc means more than just employment. It means being part of a family that cares deeply about the well-being of its members. We offer competitive benefits packages that include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Moreover, our commitment to work-life balance is reflected in our flexible working arrangements and supportive company culture.

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Learn more about Cheniere Energy Inc
Size
1,550 employees
Market Cap
$37.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$85 million
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+65.4%
Revenue
$9.3 billion
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