Civil Construction Supervisor – Power Generation (Owner's Representative)

Location: Cedar Creek, Texas (Bastrop County)
Employment Type: Long-Term W2 Contract
Contract Duration: Initial 2-year commitment, with potential extension through 2029
Pay Rate: $90–$100 per hour
Per Diem: $181 per day, subject to eligibility
Work Arrangement: On-site

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Civil Construction Supervisor / Owner's Representative to support the construction of a major 1,100 MW natural gas-fired power generation facility in Cedar Creek, Texas.

This large-scale, multi-unit, modular simple-cycle power generation project will provide critical electricity infrastructure supporting high-demand data center operations.

Working directly on behalf of the project owner, you will provide independent field oversight of all civil and structural construction activities undertaken by the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor and its subcontractors.

You will play a key role in ensuring that earthworks, foundations, concrete structures, underground utilities and associated civil infrastructure are constructed safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved engineering designs, contractual requirements and applicable industry standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced civil construction professional seeking a long-term assignment on a major power generation project.

Key Responsibilities

Civil Construction Oversight

• Act as the owner's on-site representative for civil and structural construction activities.

• Monitor EPC contractor and subcontractor performance across site preparation, grading, excavation, earthworks and foundations.

• Oversee piling, concrete placement, underground utilities, drainage systems, access roads and associated site infrastructure.

• Verify that civil construction activities comply with Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings, engineering specifications and contractual requirements.

• Review construction readiness, sequencing and constructability to identify potential issues before they affect project execution.

• Monitor civil construction progress, identify schedule risks and escalate issues to project leadership.

• Coordinate interfaces between civil, structural, mechanical and electrical construction teams.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Review contractor construction plans, method statements, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and technical submittals.

• Verify earthwork compaction, geotechnical requirements, foundation installation and concrete quality.

• Conduct independent field inspections and monitor contractor QA/QC activities.

• Identify and formally document construction defects, deviations and non-conformances.

• Issue and track owner Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) independently of the contractor's quality management process.

• Verify corrective actions and ensure outstanding quality issues are resolved to the owner's satisfaction.

• Maintain accurate inspection records, construction reports and supporting documentation.

Health, Safety & Environmental Oversight

• Monitor EPC contractor compliance with project safety requirements, OSHA regulations and applicable environmental standards.

• Conduct site safety inspections, field walks and behavioral safety observations.

• Identify unsafe working conditions and escalate unresolved issues to project leadership.

• Exercise the owner's stop-work authority where imminent safety hazards are identified.

• Ensure civil activities are appropriately coordinated with work in or around energized or potentially energized electrical environments.

Project Coordination & Reporting

• Participate in daily Plan of Day (POD), End of Day (EOD) and construction coordination meetings.

• Collaborate with project management, engineering, EPC contractors and other site representatives.

• Review construction documentation, field reports and contractor deliverables.

• Support resolution of technical queries, construction conflicts and field engineering issues.

• Maintain clear records using project construction management software.

• Provide regular updates on construction progress, quality performance, safety concerns and outstanding actions.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of civil construction experience, including at least 3 years supporting large industrial, energy or power generation projects.

• Previous experience in an Owner's Representative, Owner's Engineer, EPC Construction Supervisor or similar field-based construction oversight role.

• Strong knowledge of civil construction activities including earthworks, grading, piling, concrete foundations, drainage, underground utilities and site infrastructure.

• Experience working on power plants, natural gas generation facilities, major industrial facilities or comparable heavy construction projects.

• Ability to interpret IFC drawings, civil and structural specifications, geotechnical reports, construction calculations and survey information.

• Experience reviewing contractor method statements, inspection and test plans, and quality documentation.

• Strong understanding of civil construction QA/QC, field inspections, non-conformance reporting and corrective action management.

• Familiarity with applicable ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, OSHA and environmental requirements.

• Strong communication, contractor coordination and technical reporting skills.

• Ability to work independently and represent the owner's interests in a fast-paced construction environment.

• Willingness to work on-site in Cedar Creek, Texas, including extended hours or rotational schedules as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience overseeing civil works on gas-fired power generation or other large-scale energy infrastructure projects.

• Experience working directly for project owners or independent owner's engineering teams.

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

• Familiarity with construction management platforms and digital field reporting systems.

• Experience coordinating civil construction interfaces with major mechanical equipment, electrical infrastructure and power plant systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• $90–$100 per hour (W2)

• $181 daily per diem, subject to eligibility

• Two weeks of paid time off

• $1,000 mobilization/demobilization allowance

• $500 monthly home travel allowance

• Initial two-year contract commitment

• Potential long-term assignment through the end of 2029

• Opportunity to contribute to a major 1,100 MW power generation development

Site vehicles will be available for project-related activities; however, candidates must have their own transportation to and from the project site.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Civil Construction Supervisor, Civil Superintendent or Owner's Representative with a background in power generation or major industrial construction, we would welcome your application.

Join a major infrastructure project where your expertise in civil construction oversight, contractor management, quality assurance and field execution will directly contribute to successful project delivery.

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