Construction Specialist

Marathon Petroleum Corporation•Midland, TX

About The Position

The Construction Specialist leads the execution of capital projects from concept through start-up in accordance with the Marathon Project Management Process (MPMP). The role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company standards by collaborating with engineering, operations, project controls, and supply chain. As a construction subject matter expert, the specialist supports technical excellence, contracting strategy, and execution performance across a portfolio of complex projects. The position manages projects of varying size and complexity, applies relevant technical and construction standards and regulatory requirements, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, and maintains project documentation. It also collaborates on project controls and contracting plans, prepares bid requests, evaluates bids, and provides guidance to less experienced personnel. The position is based in Midland, Texas, with additional listed locations in Carlsbad and Jal, New Mexico, and Mentone, Texas.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Three years of related experience required.
Valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

Two-year Engineering Technology degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of projects of varying magnitude and complexity from conception to start-up following the Marathon Project Management Process (MPMP).
Develop and maintain working knowledge of applicable industry and company component-specific technical and construction standards, operating practices, and regulatory requirements, and apply them to project design and execution.
Collaborate with departments, subject matter experts, technicians, and vendors to obtain information needed to plan, design, and execute projects.
Work with internal and external stakeholders to obtain construction permits and easements when necessary.
Manage project performance to meet agreed quality, cost, and schedule parameters safely and in an environmentally sound manner.
Collaborate with the Project Controls Specialist on project administration, including scheduling, estimating, and cost management.
Coordinate with Supply Chain to develop a contracting plan; prepare bid requests and evaluate bids based on construction, technical design, and business principles.
Maintain accurate project documentation necessary for regulatory and internal compliance.
Recommend possible company actions involving the assigned area of work and provide guidance to less experienced professional or specialist personnel and others as situations require.