Advanced Senior Construction Specialist

Sr. Construction Specialist

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Position Summary : This position will oversee field execution of logistics and construction projects, providing direct construction management and technical oversight to ensure safe and reliable operations of natural gas compressor stations, pipelines, CTB sites, LACT units, pumps, and various related equipment. The Sr. Construction Specialist will also play a crucial role in supporting ongoing operations and maintenance activities, ensuring alignment with safety, environmental policies, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

Provide leadership and direct oversight to the MPLX Construction Team and Contract Inspection personnel.

Collaborate with project engineers, operations, safety, environmental, and planning teams to develop detailed scopes of work, comprehensive work packages, and resource-loaded schedules.

Perform on-site assessments, ensuring constructability and alignment with operational requirements.

Coordinate with Procurement for the timely acquisition of materials, equipment, and contractor services, supporting inspection and receipt of materials.

Lead construction staffing efforts during FEL and execution stages, ensuring adherence to approved designs, project budgets, schedules, and MPLX safety and environmental standards.

Partner with project controls on scheduling, cost management, and productivity analysis, promptly addressing variances and conflicts to maintain project timelines.

Ensure proper testing, documentation, and as-built records are accurately maintained and filed according to specifications, contracts, and regulatory requirements.

Prepare detailed construction inspection estimates and staffing plans.

Collaborate with project managers to evaluate contractor bids, ensuring value-driven selections based on quality, cost, and timeliness.

Support operations and maintenance activities by providing construction and technical expertise for operational reliability and integrity management.

Education & Experience :

Minimum high school diploma or GED required.

Minimum 5-10 years of direct experience in construction supervision, foreman, or planning roles specifically within pipeline and gas compression projects.

Work Environment : travel to field locations or fabrication sites will be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Demonstrated experience in natural gas or petrochemical industries required.

Strong knowledge of operational, safety, and environmental standards relevant to natural gas compression and pipeline facilities.

Proven ability to effectively manage contractor staff and project resources and ensure compliance with MPLX and regulatory guidelines.

This role requires a willingness to travel extensively (50% of the time) to various project sites within the designated Western regions.