Construction Representative

Chevron Corp.; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corp. is seeking a Construction Representative to provide day-to-day field oversight of safety, quality, and productivity during project execution at the Pasadena, TX site.

The role balances job owner responsibilities with collaboration across the Construction Services team to align refinery priorities with field work. The position requires leadership, effective communication, and a track record of expanding responsibilities in field-implemented projects.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written).
• Leadership and self-motivation are required.
• History of increasing responsibility in field execution as Planner/Company Representative or similar.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of assigned area, facilities, and related equipment.
• Collaborate to identify, prioritize, plan, and execute scope.
• Coordinate with Planning and Scheduling Team Lead on cost and schedule estimates.
• Mentor and support field personnel and contractors.
• Ensure safety rules, training, and refinery standards are followed.
• Manage work order development and closeouts in Maximo.
• Oversee contractor-executed scope and ensure permits are obtained.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Experience as Planner/Company Rep

TWIC credential or ability to obtain

Job description

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Construction Representative through November 6, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).

The Construction Rep is responsible for providing day to day field oversight of safety, quality, and productivity during project execution. The Construction Rep will be expected to manage their jobs as a job owner (individual contributor) while maintaining the overall team concept that is the core of the Construction Services business model. This means understanding the balance between priorities that can have an impact on the job and refinery-wide priorities that may need help from the CSG resource pool.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Supervise, coordinate, and direct the activities of assigned area, facilities, and/or related equipment in accordance with Refining operating plans and instructions
• Recommend improvements of maintenance practices, use of materials, and inspection techniques.
• Collaborate across the Maintenance & Reliability organization to efficiently identify, prioritize, plan, and execute scope in accordance with strategic and tactical plans
• Work closely with Planning and Scheduling Team Lead on cost & schedule estimate assurance
• Participate in job walks to advise Planners and Engineers on constructability issues
• Ensure that materials and other needed items are present at job locations
• Oversee contractor executed scope as assigned
• Obtain necessary permits and documentation to facilitate assigned scope
• Review Refinery rules and regulations with contractors and direct employees, as well as making sure they have been integrated into the Refinery safety management system
• Explain and enforce all management approved rules, standards, procedures, governmental requirements, and Company policies to assigned personnel to ensure mechanic/ contractor adherence
• Ensure mechanics are current and up to date with all job required safety and specialty training.
• Mentor, Coach, and support work group with a focus on departmental and personnel development
• May be assigned to any Construction Representative role supporting Routine Maintenance, Small Capital Projects, Tank Program, Expense Jobs, etc.
• Responsible for safe, reliable execution of construction activities per the schedule of planned work
• Conduct special studies and lead initiatives as assigned
• Support the updating of standards, emergency procedures, etc.
• Ensure that roles, responsibilities and accountabilities of direct reports and contractors are understood
• Work closely with Project Controls during preparation of cost/schedule reports, cash flow, and total expenditure forecast
• Continuously monitor performance in support of Refinery Business Plan and give advice on status and corrective actions.
• Utilize Maximo to manage work order development, updates, and close out
• Lead / participate in incident investigations and complete deliverables as required
• Steward the COEM process before, during, and after events
• Exhibit behaviors consistent with Incident and Injury Free guidelines, as well as Chevron Way and principles and value
• Demonstrate personal commitment to Operational Excellence

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated competency in effective verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and self-motivation are a must.
• Prior history of increasing levels of responsibility as Planner, Company Representative, or equivalent experience leading field executed work activities.
• Possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or be able to obtain one within the first 6 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the maintenance and fabrication of above ground storage tanks in accordance with API 650/API 653 is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and experience with planning and executing maintenance work, repairing equipment, refinery instructions, policies, procedures, maintenance work processes (RWC, Control Maintenance, Small Capital Projects, Tank Program, etc), shop work processes, tagging, permitting, lock-out/tag-out and craft work scopes.
• Knowledge and experience with TouchPlan, SharePoint, 3PC, IWPs, Teams, and Microsoft Office Tools
• Demonstrated analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiar with oil and gas equipment, processes, and activities
• Knowledge of planning principles, processes, and deliverables
• Familiar with finance concepts dealing with capital vs. expense, routine vs. control, and projects.
• Demonstrated results reducing equipment downtime or improving efficiency.

Relocation Options:

Relocation will not be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.