Construction Manager, Marine (Ref ID: 391)

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION 

NextDecade Corporation is an energy company accelerating the path to a net-zero future. Leading innovation in more sustainable LNG and carbon capture solutions, NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to cleaner energy. Through our subsidiaries Rio Grande LNG and NEXT Carbon Solutions, we are developing a 27 MTPA LNG export facility in South Texas and have proposed a carbon capture and storage project at the site. We remain committed to advancing and lowering the cost of utilizing carbon capture and storage and helping companies reduce their facility emissions and achieving their clean energy goals.. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com. 

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE 

The Construction Manager, Marine is responsible for overseeing the construction of the marine facilities associated with the RGLNG project, to ensure all tasks are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all regulatory and contractual requirements. This role involves managing resources, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. The position requires the ability to carry out field surveillance tasks, which may involve extensive walking in and around a construction site in challenging conditions of high heat and humidity. Additionally, the job may require climbing ladders and scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, navigating uneven surfaces, and operating in small or cramped spaces. There may also be occasional lifting involved. It is essential to have the ability to enter and exit the project site. Moreover, the candidate must be able to use the standard-issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) necessary for each assigned task (i.e., harnesses, life vests, respirator, etc.) This position is in Brownsville, TX. 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all LSTK marine work associated with the construction of an LNG terminal.
• Oversee the execution of marine construction activities including but not limited to dredging, shoreline restoration, and ship loading structures.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, and subcontractors to ensure project deliverables meet specifications.
• Prepare and present project updates, reports, and forecasts to stakeholders.
• Support Project close out activities to ensure successful transition upon completion of work scope.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure all dredging operations comply with local, national, and international maritime laws.
• Support technical marine scope reviews and review procedures, changes to scopes and NCRs.
• Interface with owners Engineering, Project Controls, HSSE, Regulatory & Permitting and Quality functions to support successful project execution.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations.
• Strive to build and maintain relationships with EPC partners, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. 

• 10+ years' experience in Marine Construction Management.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Marine Engineering, or Construction Management. Relevant work experience can be considered.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and USACE compliance requirements. 
• Knowledge of Marine & Dredge work associated with USACE, U.S Coast Guard and FERC permitted projects.
• Extensive knowledge of construction methods, systems, and requirements including codes and standards relevant Marine & Dredge work.
• Knowledge of dredging equipment, marine construction methods, and technologies.
• Knowledge of bathymetric surveys and technical reviews of BD / AD surveys of varying types.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project).
• Communicates effectively at all levels of the organization to ensure clarity in expectations requirements, and deliverables with excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work on competing priorities to meet time-bound requirements.
• Welcomes working in a fast paced challenging and diverse entrepreneurial environment
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Must have a “hands-on” method of working.
• Must be flexible with work scope requirements and responsibilities to ensure the successful completion of all marine & Dredge projects.
• Time Management and effective communication skills
• Adaptability to manage changes in the work environment in regards to adhering to updated deadlines or unexpected delays.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, and other data analysis tools.

Job Site Work Environment 

·  Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions. 

·  Operates in a complex construction environment. 

·   Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions. 

·   Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions. 

·   Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits. 

·   Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction. 

·   Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and radios. 

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations: 

·  Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required. 

·   Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of traveling to a designed muster point during emergency situations.  

·   Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift. 

·   The incumbent is required to have fully mechanical motion and usage of all extremities. 

·   Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance. 

·   Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

·   Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods.  

·   May be required to enter confined spaces. 

·   May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance. 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

·   Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.

·   Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.

·   Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.

·   Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.

·   Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.

·   Diversity – We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecadeprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecadecomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.