Field Construction Leader – Oil & Gas Operations

Continental Resources, Inc.; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Resources, Inc. in Midland, TX is seeking a Construction Lead to oversee field operations in the Permian Basin Production department.

You will supervise construction crews, coordinate site activities, and ensure projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and budget targets in alignment with company standards. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, strong leadership, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, and translate them into construction plans and field execution strategies.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable MVR.
• An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct construction crews, assigning tasks to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety, quality, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversee and coordinate all construction activities at project sites, ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures, conduct tailgate safety meetings, and address hazards, while training workers on proper construction methods and safety protocols.
• Maintain the construction schedule, identify and resolve potential delays, and seek opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
• Maintain positive relationships with contractors, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to ensure project success.
• Manage personnel and equipment resources to optimize project progress.
• Assist with pre-project planning, including document preparation and material procurement.
• Prepare scopes of work for construction projects, coordinate the bidding process with Supply Chain Management, and supervise pipeline CTB construction, upgrades, and compressor station rebuilds.
• Ensure wellsite construction adheres to all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Prepare daily progress and cost expenditure reports, review and approve invoices and billings associated with the scope of work and report all safety-related incidents while participating in investigations.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Project leadership

MS Office

Communication

Team collaboration

Accountability

Integrity

Continuous improvement

Results oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Continental Resources, Inc. in Midland, TX is seeking a Construction Lead to oversee field operations in the Permian Basin Production department.

You will supervise construction crews, coordinate site activities, and ensure projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and budget targets in alignment with company standards. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, strong leadership, and excellent communication.