Position Title: HVAC / Piping Supervisor
Location: Lerici, Italy
Reporting to: LQ Construction Superintendent
Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at
Report to LQ Construction Superintendent, the HVAC/Piping Supervisor oversees the installation, testing, and commissioning of HVAC and piping systems in oil and gas facilities. This role ensures that all activities are executed according to engineering specifications, project schedules, quality standards, and HSE requirements. It involves hands - on supervision, coordination with subcontractors, and interface with QA/QC and commissioning teams tasks detailed as follows .
Piping Supervision
* Supervise fabrication, erection, fit - up, welding, and testing of process and utility piping systems.
* Monitor installation according to isometrics, P&IDs, piping class, and material specs.
* Oversee hydrotesting, pneumatic testing, flushing, blowing, and reinstatement.
* Coordinate with welders, fitters, and pipe support teams to ensure correct assembly and alignment.
* Review and verify weld maps, spools, and test packs.
HVAC Supervision
* Supervise installation of HVAC systems including ducting, air handling units (AHUs), fans, chillers, and ventilation systems.
* Monitor fitting, alignment, sealing, insulation, and supports for ducts and mechanical equipment.
* Ensure compliance with design drawings, airflow balance requirements, and marine/offshore HVAC specifications.
* Support testing and commissioning: leak testing, duct cleaning, filter installation, and performance checks.
Project Coordination
* Plan daily activities and assign tasks to technicians and subcontractors.
* Ensure tools, materials, and equipment are available and used safely.
* Interface with other disciplines (civil, electrical, instrumentation) to resolve clashes and ensure smooth progress.
* Participate in constructability reviews and walkdowns with QC and commissioning teams.
HSE & Quality Assurance
* Enforce safety procedures and monitor compliance with PTW, LOTO, and SIMOPS protocols.
* Participate in toolbox talks and risk assessments (JSA/JHA). Coordinate with QA/QC for inspections: visual checks, weld inspections, and HVAC pressure tests.
* Ensure all works meet project specifications, codes (ASME, API, ISO, SMACNA), and client standards.
Documentation & Reporting
* Maintain daily progress reports, manpower logs, and as - built updates.
* Support the closure of punch lists and preparation of mechanical completion dossiers.
* Collaborate in commissioning and handover activities including test record reviews.
Skills & Competencies
* Proficient in interpreting P&IDs, isometric drawings, HVAC duct layouts, and installation specs
* Hands - on understanding of piping materials (carbon steel, stainless, GRE/GRP) and HVAC components
* Strong leadership and team coordination skills in multi - discipline environments
* Working knowledge of testing and commissioning procedures
* Familiar with QA/QC protocols and safety regulations in oil and gas projects
Minimum qualifications
* Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
* Work experience of ten (10) years in the sought discipline after earning the BSc degree
* Excellent spoken and written English including proven ability to write specifications and reports.