JOB DESCRIPTION

About Technip Energies

With approximately 15,000 employees, Technip Energies is one of the largest engineering and technology companies globally, with leadership positions in LNG, hydrogen and ethylene as well as growing market positions in sustainable chemistry and CO₂ management.

If you share our clear vision to drive the transition to a low-carbon future, then this could be the job for you. We are currently seeking a Project Site Security Manager, reporting directly to the Site Construction Director / Manager, to join our Security team based in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, United States.

About the Job

As Project Site Security Manager for the Commonwealth LNG (CWLNG) project, you will lead the physical security, risk management, and emergency management programs for a large-scale LNG construction site. This is a critical site leadership role, embedded within the project management team, with direct accountability for protecting people, assets, operations, and reputation.

You will act as the security subject matter expert for the project, providing strategic guidance to construction and project leadership while overseeing day-to-day security operations both on-site and off-site. The role includes managing private security providers, developing and implementing security and emergency response plans, conducting risk assessments, leading incident response, and promoting a strong security culture across the project.

This position reports directly to the TEN Site Construction Director/Manager with a functional (dotted-line) reporting relationship to the Head of Security Americas, based in the Houston Operating Center. You will work closely with internal stakeholders including Construction Management, HSE, Legal, People & Culture, and Project Leadership, as well as external partners such as owners, contractors, local authorities, and emergency responders.

Travel: Primarily site-based with limited domestic travel as required.

We offer you not only a job, but an inspiring journey in a truly global environment where you team up to break boundaries thanks to the innovation, creativity, resilience, and team spirit expressed by our people.

About You

Wed love to hear from you if your profile meets the following essential requirements:

Job Description

• Provide security subject matter expertise to the project and project managers.
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with project managers and client representatives.
• Review and update the site security plan, emergency response plan, and transportation for project staff.
• Monitor and control implementation of meet and greet protocols, and secure transportation to/from the construction site and/or accommodation to prevailing security conditions, risks, and threats.
• Conduct security awareness training, notably the site security induction, and topic specific security training.
• Identify and report project security key performance indicators (KPI) on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Manage response to security incidents and ensure proper classification, notification, investigation, and reporting.
• Keep project management and staff informed on relevant security threats and risks through security alerts and advisories with the approval of the Project Director, and the Houston Operating Center / Americas Security Manager.
• Manage private Security Provider(s):
  • Regularly control the quality of execution through KPIs
  • Audit post orders, procedures, performance, and compliance.
• Monitor and control the site access control and all security electronic systems, and procedures.
• Review, update, and implement project security documentation as per client requirements.
• Review, update, and lead the emergency response plan, and training initiatives.
• Support Americas Security when required on company-wide initiatives and other programs and projects as relevant.

Requirements

• 15+ years physical security, risk and emergency management experience, or 10+ years security management experience in LNG Construction, Oil & Gas sector.
• Fluent in English (verbal & written skills).
• Bachelors degree or comparable work experience.
• Security certifications and other credentials are a plus (PSP; CPP; ISPS)
• IT Proficient (Microsoft Office Suite).

Preferred Qualifications

• LNG / Petrochemical / Refinery Construction experience.
• Knowledge of security protocols and requirements of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS).
  • Maritime/Coastguard background a plus
• Knowledge of duty of care best practices in support of travelers.
• Experience in recommending and implementing security technology; including CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, and monitoring systems.
• Experience conducting security risk assessments and making mitigation recommendations.
• Knowledge and experience with industry and local regulatory compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in formulating, implementing, and critically reviewing security plans.
• Relevant professional certification (PSP; CPP; others).
• Good understanding of the local (Louisiana/Texas) and regional risks and threats.

Skills & Competences

• Deep understanding of operational and large-scale project safety
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (FERC, TWIC, NEC, and State regulations)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders
• Proven leadership and team development capabilities
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Professional demeanor and effective communication with regulators and executive leadership
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a focus on continuous improvement
• Experience in site auditing, coaching, and performance monitoring
• Customer relationship, management skills, and experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Capacity to work in a team with cross-functional expertise.
• Ability to take strategy into action, execute and drive for results and successful completion.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, solve complex problems in rapidly changing circumstances and under pressure.
• Good leadership skills, and ability to lead in challenging circumstances.
• Strong financial/business understanding and acumen and the ability to report on performance in ways that are meaningful.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive matters.
• Strong project management skills.
• High ethical standards with proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and diplomacy.
• Capacity to innovate and to propose new technologies, new security solutions, and best practices.
• Ability to remain calm during emergency situations and to lead the team during extreme conditions.