Specialist - Construction

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. seeks a Construction Specialist to promote Health and Safety programs across Engineering and Construction projects. The CS will interface with field personnel and contractors to ensure collaboration and a high level of safety performance among the workforce.

The role requires a BS in a technical field, 6+ years of related experience, and knowledge of API, OSHA PSM and PHMSA. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential; travel up to 50% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science or occupational safety, or equivalent experience.
• CSP or CSHO preferred but not required.
• Minimum 6+ years related experience; 3–5 years construction experience.
• Knowledge of API, OSHA PSM, PHMSA and related regulations.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide project support for E&C-managed projects; participate in planning and kickoff meetings.
• Assist with contract safety personnel management and Veriforce reviews as needed.
• Review contractor safety documentation; communicate compliance/gaps to stakeholders.
• Conduct periodic safety assessments and inspections to enforce procedures.
• Interpret procedures and regulatory standards; implement across projects.
• Collaborate with Ops Support Safety for consistent contractor safety processes.
• Promote best practices and drive continuous safety improvements.
• Review and support investigations of incidents and near-misses.
• Interface with Field Safety Inspectors and Contractor Safety Representatives.
• Plan, lead, and participate in job site safety meetings.
• Gather feedback on quality concerns and drive improvements.

Education

Bachelor's degree (technical)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Internet Explorer

Job description

Summary: The Construction Specialist (CS) will apply Energy Transfer's (ET) policies and procedures to promote Health and Safety programs and provide adequate support to ET's Engineering and Construction business unit. The CS will interface with E&C project field personnel and contractors to ensure both groups work collaboratively and maintain a high level of safety performance among the contractor workforce.

• Provide project support for E&C-managed projects, including:
  • Attend planning and kickoff meetings
  • Assist with contract safety personnel management.
  • Conduct Veriforce contractor reviews as needed
• Review contractor Health and Safety documentation and processes and communicate compliance/gaps regarding regulatory requirements.
• Conduct periodic safety assessments & inspections for ongoing projects to ensure safety procedures are in place and reduce the likelihood of safety deficiencies.
• Assist with interpretation of procedures, regulatory standards, and implementation.
• Work collaboratively with Ops Support Safety to ensure consistency of contractor safety processes and applications.
• Promote best practices and support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices.
• Review and support investigations of incidents, near-miss accidents, and occupational injuries to determine causes and preventive measures.
• Interface with Field Safety Inspectors and Contractor Safety Representatives to ensure project safety compliance.
• Plan, lead, and participate in job site safety meetings.
• Gather and implement feedback regarding quality concerns and improvement.

Required Skills

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in a technical field (engineering/science, or occupational safety and health sciences) or additional equivalent experience.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) is preferred but not required.
• Minimum 6 plus years of related experience and training
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in construction experience
• Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, standards, and recommended practices (e.g., API, DOT, OSHA PSM, PHMSA).
• Ability to interpret and effectively communicate technical documents and legislative references.
• Proficient skills in programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer
• Analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrate leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Desire to assume increasing levels of leadership responsibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

• The Associate Tech Specialist level requires a HS Diploma or equivalent experience and 0‑6 years of relevant job related experience
• The Tech Specialist level requires a HS diploma or equivalent experience and 6+ years of relevant job related experience
• The Sr Tech Specialist level requires a HS Diploma or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience

Working Conditions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing
• As much as 50% travel may be required, including overnight travel.
• Subject to call out 24 hours a day/7 day a week. Required to respond to calls before and after regular working hours.
• Visits to industrial/field‑based settings may include hazardous materials and chemicals, extreme temperature conditions, and loud machinery and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247. This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.