Advanced Senior 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.

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Location :

Carthage, Texas Additional locations :

Job Requisition ID :

00018837 Location Address :

3239 SW Loop Education :

Employee Group :

Full time Employee Subgroup :

Regular Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS / HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship

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If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https : / / mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer : Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.