Field Construction & Inspection Lead – Tanks & Pipelines

Flint Hills Resources; Hartford (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flint Hills Resources Pipeline and Terminals is seeking an Inspector/Construction Manager to join our Operations Group. This role will provide on-site leadership for cleaning, inspection, and repair projects involving storage tanks and pipeline stations while ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective execution.

This position requires significant field time (at least 80%), including nights, weekends, holidays, and travel based on candidate location.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in project planning, jobsite safety management, contractor coordination in industrial settings
• Experience with API 650 tank construction
• Valid driver’s license
• Willing to travel up to 75-90%, including nights, weekends
• Able to meet physical requirements

Responsibilities

• Execute project plans to complete work safely and cost-effectively
• Support cleaning, inspection, and repair of storage tanks and related equipment
• Develop detailed written work plans and procedures for site execution
• Administer daily safe work permits and set expectations on activities and hazards
• Provide quality control oversight to ensure drawings and specifications are met
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and site personnel for safe, timely execution
• Maintain and issue project turnover documentation (red-lines, OQ records, inspections, change requests)
• Spend at least 80% of time in the field, including nights/weekends/holidays as needed

Skills

Project planning

Jobsite safety management

Contractor coordination

Contractor oversight

Field leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

AWS Certified Welding Inspector

API 653 Certification

API 1169 Pipeline Certification

API 650 Tank Construction

Coatings & linings inspection experience

Job description

Flint Hills Resources Pipeline and Terminals is seeking an Inspector/Construction Manager to join our Operations Group. This role will provide on-site leadership for cleaning, inspection, and repair projects involving storage tanks and pipeline stations while ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective execution.

This position requires significant field time (at least 80%), including nights, weekends, holidays, and travel based on candidate location.