Position Title: Deck Construction Superintendent
Location: RM Yard Ravenna (Italy)
Reporting to: JPT construction Manager
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 www.hillintl.com.
The Deck Construction Superintendent oversees and coordinates all construction activities by EPC/EPIC contractor(s) related to the fabrication, assembly, integration, and installation of deck structures and topside modules on offshore oil and gas facilities. This includes structural works, piping, mechanical equipment, E&I installations, and coordination with subcontractors to ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence, tasked for.
General Description of Role and Responsibilities [but not limited to]:
Planning & Execution
* Supervise day-to-day construction activities by EPC/EPIC of deck fabrication and outfitting in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and procedures.
* Review and consent the EPC/EPIC developed detailed execution plans, look-ahead schedules, and progress monitoring tools in coordination with planners and supervisors.
* Ensure effective coordination between civil, structural, piping, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and instrumentation teams during deck integration.
* Monitor and support equipment installation, piping spools, cable trays, and module integration on the deck.
Quality & HSE
* Enforce strict compliance with HSE policies, procedures, and permit systems.
* Lead Toolbox Talks (TBT), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and site inspections.
* Ensure construction quality is maintained in line with ITPs (Inspection and Test Plans), QCPs (Quality Control Plans), and industry standards.
* Support QA/QC during inspections, NCR closures, and punch listing.
Interface & Coordination
* Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and commissioning teams to resolve construction clashes and technical issues.
* Ensure proper interface between deck construction and jacket/facility integration scope.
* Liaise with subcontractors, vendors, and client representatives for alignment on site execution and progress reporting.
Progress Monitoring & Reporting
* Track construction progress, manpower allocation, productivity, and performance.
* Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports, highlighting milestones, constraints, and resource requirements to PMS construction manager.
* Assist in managing change orders, field design changes, and material shortages.
Hook-Up & Installation (Offshore Phase)
* Support offshore pre-commissioning, hook-up, and mechanical completion of deck systems.
* Supervise offshore rework, system handover, and punch closeout activities.
Skills & Competencies required
* Strong understanding of offshore topside structure, piping, HVAC, mechanical, and E&I systems.
* Proficient in reading construction drawings, isometrics, and 3D models.
* Leadership and coordination skills with multi-discipline and multicultural teams.
* Familiarity with construction standards (API, AWS, ASME, ISO) and project management systems.
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills under schedule pressure.
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
* Bachelor Degree from an accredited university.
* Work experience of eight (8) years in the sought discipline after earning the university degree.
* Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of offshore experience in total, with at least the last 35 years spent on offshore projects.
* Excellent spoken and written English including proven ability to write reports.