Construction Specialist

Construction Specialist – Electrical & Automation (Oil & Gas Facilities)
 Location: Midland, TX (field-based) with regular travel to Midland / Big Spring / Monahans area sites
Schedule: 9/80 (9-hour days Monday–Thursday, 8 hours on the scheduled Friday)
Overtime: May be required per project needs and applicable policy

Position Summary We are seeking a safety-focused Construction Specialist to support electrical and automation construction activities at oil and gas production facilities in the Midland area. This role provides day-to-day field oversight, technical support, and coordination of contractor-performed work to ensure installations are completed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with company specifications, engineering documents, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide field oversight for electrical and automation construction activities including conduit, cable tray, cable routing, equipment installation, terminations, grounding, control panels, motor circuits, lighting circuits, and associated devices.
• Coordinate daily work with construction leadership, engineering, operations, contractors, inspectors, and commissioning personnel.
• Review technical documentation for constructability and field execution, including electrical drawings, P&IDs, area classification drawings, circuit schedules, motor schematics, wiring diagrams, control narratives, and Cause & Effect documents.
• Monitor contractor performance, quality, progress, schedule, and compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Perform field inspections, identify deficiencies, support corrective actions, and help minimize rework and project delays.
• Verify redlines and ensure as-built documentation is accurate and complete.
• Support Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), Management of Change (MOC), commissioning, startup, and turnover to operations.
• Identify field conflicts and technical issues early, communicate impacts, and coordinate practical resolutions with stakeholders.
• Promote a strong safety culture and verify compliance with company requirements and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage assigned electrical projects with minimal supervision and deliver work safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Required Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent recognized electrical qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical experience, including at least 3 years supporting oil & gas electrical construction, inspection, or field execution.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Electrically qualified to perform or oversee work on systems up to 600 volts in accordance with applicable company and OSHA requirements.
• Proven ability to read and interpret electrical prints, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, schematics, specifications, and other engineering documents.
• Understanding of oil & gas production facility processes, electrical distribution, automation systems, and control devices.
• Ability to safely oversee contractor work and interface effectively with electrical engineers, operations personnel, and field leadership.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently in field environments while remaining flexible, team-oriented, and accountable for results.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical and instrumentation construction experience in the oil & gas industry.
• Experience troubleshooting or repairing switchboard control panels, motor circuits, building/lighting circuits, and control circuits.
• Knowledge of relevant API, ISA, IEEE, and company engineering standards.
• Experience with electrical design or analysis software such as AutoCAD, ETAP, or equivalent.
• Prior experience supporting multiple concurrent field projects in remote operating areas.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.