Plant Construction Project Manager
🔍 Kermit, Texas
New
JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Plant Project Construction Manager manages the execution of midstream facility and pipeline construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. This role coordinates contractors, materials, and internal resources throughout the project lifecycle
- Manage projects through the entire project lifecycle, including feasibility studies, Front End Loading cost estimates, AFE generation, detailed design, scope, bid, and management of construction and commissioning contractors, and participation in pre-startup safety reviews.
- Provide support to operations, including troubleshooting, pipeline reroutes, replacements, uprates, integrity-driven projects, maintenance activities, and DOT compliance initiatives.
- Possess working knowledge of hazardous liquid and gas pipeline systems, including gathering, transmission, pump stations, compressor stations, pigging facilities, and mainline appurtenances.
- Coordinate pipeline design activities, including route selection and constructability reviews.
- Oversee procurement and installation of pipeline materials such as line pipe, fittings, valves, coatings, and corrosion control systems.
- Ensure pipeline construction activities comply with project specifications, company standards, and applicable regulations and codes.
- Support right-of-way acquisition, permitting, land agreements, and environmental coordination in partnership with Land/ROW, Regulatory, and Environmental teams.
- Develop scope of work/for-bid packages for construction activities.
- Develop isometric drawings and bill of materials
- Track/forecast costs and milestone schedules and regularly communicate progress to project stakeholders.
- Manage construction activities in accordance with project scope, schedule, and budget.
- Coordinate contractor bid process, selection, contracting, and change management.
- Oversee material procurement and delivery in collaboration with supply chain and engineering.
- Review and approve invoices; ensure accuracy and compliance with contracts.
- Participate in MOC and PSSR processes.
- Coordinate pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up efforts.
- Ensure all job documentation is complete and retained per company standards.
- Communicate effectively with operations, engineering, and commercial teams.
- Oversee and coordinate 3rd party construction inspectors
- Interpret Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Plot Plans, One-Lines, and Piping Plans
Possess knowledge of codes, standards, regulations, and best practices applicable to the midstream industry (including API, ASME B31.3/4/8 and VIII, DOT 192/5, NFPA, etc.). - Other duties as assigned
CORE VALUES & BEHAVIORS:
- Embody integrity, accountability, initiative, and respect in correspondence and work.
- Adhere to safety standards, company policies and standards, and regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, API, ASME, NFPA)
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company and with external stakeholders
- Thrive in a team environment, collaborate with cross-functional groups, and maintain a professional and respectful demeanor
- Exhibit strong work ethic, self-motivation, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance
MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of experience in project scoping, costing, and management in gas gathering and processing industry or related field
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver license and safe driving record
- Knowledge of general construction practices employed in oil & gas operations including pipelines, measurement, compressor stations, and processing facilities.
- Competent skills and knowledge of the codes, standards, and regulations applicable to construction activities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel
- Ability to read and interpret engineering documents including but not limited to Piping & Instrumentation diagrams, Process Flow diagrams, Heat Material Balance, Isometric drawings, Electrical one-lines, Electrical load list, etc.
- General knowledge of both Mechanical and Electrical equipment
- Ability to work with Navisworks 3D models (view only)
- General knowledge of different types of manual valves and instrumentation
- CWI Preferred
- Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company as well as organizations outside the company
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability and willingness to travel
- Regular and reliable attendance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of Navisworks or similar 3D modeling tools.
- Understanding of project controls and cost tracking
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds
- Ability to work in changing climate conditions and a plant environment
- Ability to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing
- Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, hard hat, FRC)
- The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.