Construction Jobs in Louisiana with Green Card Sponsorship

INTRODUCTION

If you picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others, Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry-leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings.

Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness. Can you picture yourself at Turner? If so, apply, and let’s do great things together!

Project Location/Travel: This opportunity is for an advanced technology project in Northern Louisiana. Travel or relocation for the duration of the project is required.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Comprehensive oversight of energy management activities (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, and Thermal) on construction project.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee, review, and approve complex energy management (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, and Thermal) work permits (e.g., change of energy requests) and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to ensure comprehensive review.
• Serve as driver of decision making that impact implementation of energization on project.
• Lead and/or participate in root cause analysis for incidents, engage with subcontractors and Turner leadership on decision making for dispute resolution.
• Oversee subcontractor development and verify step-by-step job site processes and approvals on work permits prior to commencing work.
• Establish program to educate and validate each project team’s understanding and use of Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) program. Oversee and ensure establishment of and proper adherence to LOTO activities on every project.
• Verify controlled access processes for energized rooms and systems for project.
• Verify qualifications and competence of staff designated to manage energy high-risk activities (e.g., Live-Dead-Live (LDL), Infrared Scanning).
• Develop and conduct electrical safety training orientation for equipment technicians on project and perform regular assessments of application and implementation on project.
• Verify establishment and tracking of accurate and up-to-date complex single line diagrams on project.
• Oversee and verify established processes and procedures to ensure required criteria are in place prior to start-up, switching, or any other commissioning (Cx) activities.
• Create supportive environment to develop high performing teams, provide professional development opportunities, and engage in coaching and mentoring relationships.
• May manage director reports and participate in hiring process, onboard and deliver timely performance feedback for direct reports, execute/contribute to performance appraisals during annual performance cycle, utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with development needs.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 15 years of applicable electrical trades experience in control of energy (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, and Thermal), or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, Bachelor’s degree from accredited degree program a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and practices, and Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace®(70E®).
• Advance knowledge of MEP systems.
• Ability to interpret complex one-line drawings and diagrams for MEP systems.
• Ability to interpret contract documents, owner project requirements, drawings, specifications, system schematics, sequence of operations, MEP scopes of work and project schedule.
• Capable of managing multiple complex issues and tasks successfully to completion.
• Excellent business acumen and critical thinking skills to assess and solve problems and conflicts.
• Advanced interpersonal communication, professional presentation, and persuasion skills with ability to confidently engage and influence decision making.
• Able to build engaging partnerships with team and organizational stakeholders through trust, teamwork, and direct communication.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performance of the required duties require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee regularly travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee regularly performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.