Lead Construction Manager – Midstream Infrastructure
About The Position
bpx energy, a major oil and gas producer in the United States, leverages its expertise in unconventional gas, including shale, to deliver hydrocarbon production and technical knowledge worldwide. With operations in Texas and Louisiana, our US onshore business has become both a world-class oil and gas producer and a leader in reducing methane emissions. As part of BP, a global industry leader, we foster a high-energy, high-intensity environment built on accountability, collegiality, and empowerment. This role is office-based in Houston or Denver with frequent travel to the field.
Requirements
- 14+ years of Construction Experience (O&G Midstream preferred or Downstream)
- Demonstrated success delivering projects with tight schedules and cost rigor
- Strong field leadership presence and decision-making under pressure
- High level of ownership and accountability for outcomes
- Excellent communication across field and leadership levels
- Dedication to safety-first culture and continuous improvement
Nice To Haves
- Construction Management degree (preferred)
- Familiarity with Microsoft app suites (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Navisworks Freedom
- P6 Primavera scheduling tool
- Procore construction management software
- Bluebeam
Responsibilities
- Lead field construction execution across BPX’s Midstream Infrastructure projects.
- Ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient delivery of construction activities across multiple capital projects, including CDPs, compressor stations, and power infrastructure.
- Serve as BPX’s primary leader and account manager with Construction contractors and BPX’s Infrastructure Field personnel, ensuring well-adapted execution and alignment with project objectives for safety, quality, schedule, and cost.
- Provide construction management knowledge as it relates to construction management & planning tools/software.
- Lead weekly/monthly construction meetings, path of construction meetings, constructability meetings, construction lessons learned meetings, etc.
- Support Project Managers and Resident Construction Managers (RCMs) with maintaining onsite safety, quality, schedule, and construction budget.
- Responsible for functional activities and the growth and development of RCMs, Construction TLs, and Construction Specialists.
- Lead construction contractors and supporting functions including QA/QC, project controls, and materials.
- Ensure strong contractor accountability, performance tracking, and adherence to Construction contract terms.
- Support contractor selection and input into contracting strategy (EPC, unit rate, T&M).
- Coordinate across engineering, procurement, and operations to ensure seamless Construction execution.
- Responsible for weekly / monthly reporting of Construction project progress, KPIs, risks, and opportunities.
Benefits
- Access to health, vision and dental insurance
- Flexible working schedule
- Paid time off policy
- Discretionary annual bonus program
- Long-term incentive program
- Generous 401K matching program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
