Contract Field EIT

Job Description

The Field Construction Engineer (EIT) is responsible for supporting the safe and effective execution of civil construction activities for Cenovus capital and sustaining projects. This role provides on-site engineering support during construction, ensuring work is completed in accordance with approved designs, engineering standards, project schedules, budgets, and regulatory requirements. The position acts as a key liaison between engineering, construction contractors, operations, and project management teams.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Execution & Field Support

• Provide field engineering support for civil construction activities including earthworks, drainage systems, foundations, roads, concrete installations, structural supports, and site infrastructure.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and construction work packages to ensure constructability and compliance with project requirements.
• Support construction planning, sequencing, and execution activities to optimize safety, productivity, and quality.
• Resolve field technical issues and develop practical engineering solutions to maintain project progress.

Contractor & Site Management

• Coordinate daily construction activities with contractors, project managers, operations personnel, and other engineering disciplines.
• Monitor contractor performance and verify work is completed in accordance with approved designs, quality requirements, and project schedules.
• Participate in field inspections, walkdowns, and progress reviews.
• Support management of construction changes and field revisions through established project processes.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Promote Cenovus safety culture and actively participate in site safety programs.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with Cenovus standards, applicable codes, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
• Participate in hazard assessments, pre-job planning sessions, incident investigations, and corrective action development.

Quality Assurance & Verification

• Conduct field inspections to verify construction quality and adherence to design specifications.
• Review inspection and testing documentation, including compaction testing, concrete testing, survey reports, and material certifications.
• Support turnover activities by ensuring project documentation is complete and construction deficiencies are addressed.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Project Controls, Procurement, and Construction Management teams.
• Support communication of project status, risks, and issues to project leadership.
• Assist with project commissioning, startup, and handover activities.

Qualifications

Experience

• Experience within oil sands, conventional oil & gas, energy, mining, or heavy industrial facilities preferred.
• Experience supporting field construction, contractor management, and project execution activities.
• Familiarity with brownfield facility modifications and capital project delivery is considered an asset.

Qualifications