Construction Specialist

Professional Summary

The Construction Specialist strengthens safe, high-quality project delivery across Canada and the United States by developing, maintaining, and continuously improving Projects construction standards and training programs. This role provides technical guidance on pipeline and facility construction methods, welding, and non-destructive testing, while advancing inspector onboarding, training, and competency development. In collaboration with project teams, the Construction Specialist ensures the consistent application of construction standards and disseminates industry best practices to drive ongoing operational excellence.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Projects construction standards across Canada and the United States operations.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams regarding pipeline and facility construction methods, inspection protocols, welding, non-destructive testing, and pressure testing.
• Enhance inspector onboarding, training, and competency development frameworks.
• Conduct and participate in project health checks to evaluate alignment with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, and established industry practices.
• Collaborate with project teams to share best practices and advance continuous improvement initiatives across all phases of construction execution.
• Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date knowledge of applicable Canadian and U.S. pipeline construction regulations, codes, and industry standards.
• Establish strategic internal working relationships across the enterprise - collaborating with peers, managers, and directors within Major Projects, Core Programs, PMO/PTMO, GTM, LP, GDS, Power, NET, engineering information management teams, Asset/Work Management, SCM, and Finance.
• Liaise externally with third-party suppliers, engineering service providers, and construction contractors to support project management activities.

Required Qualifications

• Post-secondary education, technical diploma, or equivalent combination of relevant education and industry experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience supporting capital projects, with a distinct focus on pipeline and/or facility construction, welding, non-destructive testing (NDT), inspection, and field execution.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience developing or maintaining governance documents, operating procedures, technical standards, guidelines, or training curricula.
• In-depth technical knowledge of construction practices, welding methodologies, inspection techniques, and non-destructive testing.
• Working knowledge of Canadian and U.S. pipeline regulatory frameworks, including CER and PHMSA requirements.
• Demonstrated understanding of pipeline construction codes and standards, specifically CSA Z662, API 1104, ASME B31.4, and ASME B31.8.
• Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, influence stakeholders without direct authority, and establish cross-functional alignment.
• Strong written communication, presentation, facilitation, and organizational capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Direct experience utilizing digital project delivery platforms and data-driven construction record management systems.