Construction Supervisor-Telecommunication
KBR
Title:
Construction Supervisor-Telecommunication
KBR is looking to fill the position of Construction Supervisor – Telecommunications to be based in Iraq on a 28/28 rotation at the Majnoon Oil Field.
Roles and Responsibilities
+ Contributes to construction safety by ensuring compliance with HSE standards for all telecommunications scope and activities, including installation and inspection.
+ Oversee the installation, configuration, and preservation of telecommunication systems, including Fiber Optic, signal cabling, networks, PAGA, CCTV, ACS, PIDs, voice systems, data, and video networks.
+ Oversee and manage telecommunications and or installation contractor and vendors.
+ Review and verify vendor test results associated to Fiber optic and network testing.
+ Reporting to discipline lead and ensure progress reports remain accurate.
+ Supports the development of green & brownfield construction strategies and planning initiatives related to telecommunications infrastructure.
+ Identifies and addresses challenges impacting telecom construction productivity, proposing improvements to the Construction Manager.
+ Ensures optimal design, contracting strategy, and execution planning, integrating constructability input into HSE, cost, schedule, and quality considerations.
+ Works along with the Construction Team to develop a construction strategy and execution plan, ensuring alignment with cost and schedule objectives.
+ Effectively manages multiple projects, ensuring timely execution and quality delivery.
+ Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to understand their telecommunications requirements and develop solutions that meet their needs.
+ Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of telecommunication systems, including voice, data, and video networks.
Accountabilities/Expectations
+ Coordinate with the Discipline lead to ensure alignment on scope, quality, cost, and schedule expectations for telecom-related construction activities.
+ Ensure that project deliverables from Engineering and Contracts & Procurement align with the construction sequence and handover schedule.
+ Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of telecommunications systems, ensuring compliance with international and project-specific standards.
+ Conduct constructability reviews to ensure risk mitigation, safe work practices, and cost-effective solutions in telecom system implementation.
+ Ensure all telecom infrastructure is integrated efficiently into the broader construction plan with minimal operational disruption.
+ Proactively identify and resolve technical issues, working with engineering teams and contractors to maintain progress.
+ Maintain strict HSE compliance, ensuring confined space, lifting, and electrical safety procedures are adhered to in all telecom construction activities.
+ Strong leadership and managerial skills to lead and motivate a team of technicians, set clear goals, and provide guidance and support.
+ Effective communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders, explain technical concepts to non-technical personnel, and coordinate with vendors.
Education, Skills & Experience
+ Education: Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience
+ Minimum 10-12 years of experience in oil and gas projects focusing on telecommunications systems.
+ Minimum 6-8 years of experience in construction supervision within EPC/EPCM projects.
+ Strong understanding of fiber optics, structured cabling, radio communication, CCTV, SCADA, and PAGA systems.
+ Experience in brownfield and greenfield projects, particularly in remote and challenging environments.
+ Knowledge of international telecommunications standards and oil & gas HSE regulations.
Skills
+ Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
+ Proven capability in productivity measurement and resource-based planning (Level 4 Scheduling).
+ Excellent communication and coordination skills, ensuring smooth interfaces between contractors, engineers, and the client.
+ Familiarity with regulatory requirements.
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