Supervisor, Construction

Plains Pipeline - Cotulla, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Cotulla, TX

Pipeline Transportation

About the position

The Construction Supervisor at Plains All American (PAA) is responsible for overseeing construction projects related to crude oil tank, marine, rail, and pipeline facilities. This role involves project management, construction management, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The supervisor will work closely with Operations and Engineering teams to ensure successful project completion while maintaining high quality and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and oversees construction projects for crude oil tank, marine, rail, and pipeline facilities.
• Works closely with Operations and Engineering to ensure successful project completion.
• Coordinates and manages construction efforts with Contractors and Company personnel.
• Ensures compliance with company's policies and standards during construction.
• Provides support to Operations personnel on construction, tie-ins, and commissioning of capital expansion projects.
• Evaluates constructability during the design review process.
• Reads and reviews all related project bid documents and aids in contractor selection.
• Reviews schedules and tracks schedule progress for Plains and/or Contractors.
• Represents Plains when interfacing with contractors, government and local agencies, vendors, land owners, and other utility companies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years project/construction management experience.
• Demonstrated experience in pipeline and facility construction including petroleum pipelines, above ground storage tanks, docks, rail terminals, and related appurtenances.
• Ability to maintain budget cost records, track and forecast expenditures, and avoid unnecessary project cost overruns.
• Understanding of ANSI and API Industry Construction Standards.
• Experience with PHMSA, DOT, USCG, DEQ, USACE regulations.
• Valid driver's license with a clean abstract.
• Fluent in speaking and writing English.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with non-destructive evaluation methods such as ultrasonic, radiographic, and visual inspection tools.
• Availability during non-core working hours for emergencies and commercial deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Top-tier benefits program
• Respect for personal and family time