Preservation Engineer

About the role

The Preservation Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing preservation strategies for project materials, equipment, and packages. This role ensures that all preservation activities are performed according to project requirements, schedules, and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and assign preservation check lists for each material, equipment, and package using the PIMS software.
• Develop preservation frequencies, schedules, and detailed plans for all project items.
• Coordinate material procurement and support purchase orders to guarantee timely availability.
• Issue, update, and track preservation check sheets in the system, generating reports for stakeholders.
• Inspect and verify preservation work, arranging client witness for critical activities.
• Performance‑manage the commissioning contractor and conduct surveillance inspections to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Maintain preservation documentation and dossiers within PIMS.
• Coordinate warranty activities and provide training/coaching to local personnel.
• Support the QA/QC team on pre‑mechanical completion preservation processes.

Required profile

• Strong understanding of preservation principles and project lifecycle.
• Experience managing preservation activities in construction or industrial projects.
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with contractors, clients, and internal teams.
• Ability to supervise contractors and ensure adherence to preservation standards.

Required skills

• PIMS software proficiency
• Preservation scheduling and documentation
• QA/QC process knowledge