Construction Superintendent

Permian Resources Management, LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Permian Resources is seeking a Construction Superintendent in the Permian Basin (Midland, TX; Pecos, TX; or Carlsbad, NM). This hands-on, field-based role is about 80% field time and 20% office time, supervising mechanical, pipeline, powerline, and I&E construction teams.

You will coordinate resources, monitor progress and costs, enforce safety, and work with project engineers to ensure construction aligns with design intent and regulatory requirements. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction management within Oil & Gas.
• Ability to supervise a multidisciplinary team (mechanical, pipeline, powerline, I&E).
• Local to Midland, Pecos, or Carlsbad or willing to relocate.
• Strong communication with project engineers, cross-functional teams, contractors, vendors and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Allocate resources across sites to keep crews and equipment productive.
• Track progress toward milestones and report status against the schedule.
• Monitor field costs and compare spend to budgets, flag variances and risks.
• Perform final QA/QC checks and manage punch lists before handover.
• Coordinate between Facilities and Production Operations for smooth handover.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain project documentation and daily progress reports.
• Resolve issues and manage changes to mitigate risks.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description: Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking a Construction Superintendent reporting to the Facilities Manager in the Permian Basin (Midland, TX; Pecos, TX; or Carlsbad, NM). This is a hands-on, field-based position (approximately 80% field time and 20% office time) responsible for supervising a multidisciplinary construction team spanning mechanical construction, pipeline construction, powerline construction, and instrumentation & electrical (I&E). The ideal candidate will be local to the operating area, have strong technical as well as communication skills, and be able to contribute his/her expertise while working on a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

General Responsibilities

• Allocate resources across concurrent sites to keep crews, equipment, and materials productive and aligned with construction plans.
• Track progress toward project milestones and report status against the established schedule.
• Track field cost estimates and compare cumulative spend to budgets, flagging variances and cost risks early.
• Perform final QA/QC checks, develop and manage punch lists, and correct outstanding issues before facilities are handed over to production.
• Act as the liaison between the Facilities team and the Production Operations team when issues arise, coordinating resolution and ensuring a smooth handover.
• Communicate clearly and proactively with project engineers to align field execution with design intent, resolve technical questions, and manage change.
• Monitor and inspect construction work to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and resources, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effective utilization.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including daily progress reports, status updates, and safety records.
• Enforce safety protocols and lead by example, promoting a strong safety culture on every site.
• Resolve issues or conflicts that arise during construction, implementing solutions to mitigate risks and ensure project continuity.
• Ad hoc projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in construction management, Facilities or similar role in the Oil and Gas Industry.
• Ability to supervise a multidisciplinary team covering mechanical construction, pipeline construction, powerline construction, and instrumentation & electrical (I&E).
• Local to or willing to reside near the operating area (Midland, TX; Pecos, TX; or Carlsbad, NM).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with project engineers, cross-functional teams, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with experience in leading teams, resolving conflicts, and driving performance to achieve project goals.
• Thorough understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices applicable to construction activities.

Permian Resource is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is an independent oil and natural gas company focused on driving sustainable returns through the responsible acquisition, optimization and development of high-return oil and natural gas properties. The Company’s operations are focused in the Permian Basin, with assets concentrated in the core of the Delaware Basin. Permian Resources is headquartered in Midland, Texas.