Field Construction Manager – Tanks & Pipelines

Flint Hills Resources; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flint Hills Resources is seeking an Inspector/Construction Manager to lead on-site cleaning, inspection, and repair projects for tanks and pipelines. The role requires coordinating contractors, enforcing safety/environmental standards, and delivering quality work per project drawings and specs.

The position involves significant field time (at least 80%), travel flexibility, and active participation in turnover documentation and safety oversight. Strong API/coatings experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in project planning, jobsite safety management, and contractor coordination in an industrial setting.
• Experience with API 650/653 tank construction and inspections.
• Willing to travel up to 75–90%, including nights and holidays, and meet physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Execute project plans safely, responsibly, and cost-effectively.
• Support cleaning, inspection, and repair of tanks and related equipment.
• Develop detailed written work plans and procedures for site execution.
• Administer daily safe work permits and set expectations on hazards and risk mitigation.
• Provide quality control oversight to ensure drawings and specs are met.
• Coordinate with teams, contractors, and site personnel for timely, high-quality execution.
• Maintain turnover docs: red lines, OQ records, inspection files, and change requests.
• Spend ~80% of time in the field, including nights, weekends, and travel as needed.

Skills

Project planning

Jobsite safety management

Contractor coordination

Contractor oversight

Field leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management

AWS Certified Welding Inspector

API 653 Certification

API 1169 Pipeline Certification

Experience with inspection of industrial coatings & linings

Tools

API 653 Certification

API 1169 Pipeline Certification

Industrial coatings inspection

Job description

Flint Hills Resources is seeking an Inspector/Construction Manager to lead on-site cleaning, inspection, and repair projects for tanks and pipelines. The role requires coordinating contractors, enforcing safety/environmental standards, and delivering quality work per project drawings and specs.

The position involves significant field time (at least 80%), travel flexibility, and active participation in turnover documentation and safety oversight. Strong API/coatings experience is preferred.