Precommissioning And Commissioning Instrumentation Superintendent
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Role overview
We are seeking an experienced PCC Instrumentation Superintendent to supervise and manage site execution of all instrumentation related precommissioning and commissioning activities on a large LNG facility. The role is fully site based and focuses on field supervision, workforce coordination, safety, and execution readiness from mechanical completion through commissioning, startup support, and handover to operations.
Key responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate instrumentation PCC field activities in line with approved procedures and schedules
- Manage and direct instrument technicians, supervisors, and subcontractors on site
- Ensure instrumentation systems are ready for:
- Precommissioning
- Commissioning
- Startup and initial operation
- Oversee execution of:
- Instrument installation checks and verification
- Loop checking and functional testing
- Cause & effect testing
- Instrument calibration and validation
- Control valve testing and stroking
- Analyzer installation and commissioning
- Verify mechanical completion (MC) status and ensure punch list closure for instrumentation scope
- Coordinate daily activities with construction, electrical, automation, operations, HSE, and QA/QC teams
- Support DCS, ESD, F&G, and PLC testing in coordination with vendors and commissioning engineers
- Ensure strict compliance with:
- PTW systems
- SIMOPS requirements
- HSE procedures and risk assessments
- Monitor field progress, productivity, constraints, and safety performance
- Report daily and weekly status to the Instrumentation Lead / Commissioning Manager
Mandatory requirements (strict)
Education
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Control, Electrical, or related discipline
Experience
Minimum 12 years experience in oil & gas or LNG projects
Proven experience as Instrumentation Superintendent or Senior Instrument Supervisor during precommissioning and commissioning phases
Strong hands-on site experience on large EPC projects
Extensive exposure to LNG or gas processing facilities
Candidates without direct site supervision responsibility in PCC phases will not be considered.
Technical expertise
Strong practical knowledge of:
- Instrumentation PCC workflows and field execution
- Loop checks, cause & effect testing, calibration, and valve testing
- DCS, ESD, F&G, PLC, and analyzer systems
- P&IDs and cause & effect charts
- Instrument loop drawings and hookups
- Commissioning check sheets and test packs
Supervisory & professional skills
Strong field leadership and workforce management capability
Safety driven mindset with solid PTW and SIMOPS experience
Practical, hands-on problem solver
Clear communication in English
Comfortable working in demanding, multicultural site environments
Ideal background
EPC contractor commissioning background
LNG precommissioning and commissioning field leadership experience
Middle East project experience (preferred)