Construction PlannerSignal Hill, CA 

Statement of PurposeTo provide satisfying, long-term work opportunities for our dedicated employees - We believe that there is pride to be gained in performing productive work, and there should be great satisfaction in achieving results as a team. Our efforts will be spent towards continuously improving the health, strength, and quality of the company. We believe our collective success will generate value that supports our families and benefits our communities.
Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is no ordinary tank construction company. We specialize in the complex and fast-paced environment of tank repair on a nationwide scale. No two tanks are alike, so when they need repair, they often pose unique or complicated technical issues. Our experienced engineering staff are well-versed in API 650, API 653, AWWA D100, AWWA D103, API 12D, and other tank specifications.
We build and repair welded above-ground storage tanks (ASTs), bolted tanks, and related structures. We also inspect, install, and repair tank systems such as aluminum geodesic dome covers, aluminum internal floating roofs (IFRs), IFR mechanical shoe seals, liquid level gauges, fire protection systems, silo support structures, industrial storage tanks, and heating and insulation systems.About This Position:

• The Construction Planner is the office-based partner for the site-based Construction Manager. The Construction Planner is responsible for enhancing communication for the Construction Group. This position will provide the employee with exposure and experience in numerous aspects of construction management including scheduling, logistics, safety, and quality control.

• General Duties: Plan, select, assign, and dispatch the best-available manpower, tooling, and equipment necessary to successfully execute the project. Develop specialized knowledge, systems, and support in construction means, methods, tooling, and equipment; Welding and non-destructive examination (NDE) processes and procedures. Construction Planners are to handle the compliance aspects of safety and quality control for the field construction operations.

• Administer and coordinate the company’s Safety and Quality policies to ensure that the field construction operation is provided with the necessary tools and support to execute the field construction work with excellent safety and quality performance.
• Plan, select, assign, and dispatch the best-available tooling, and equipment necessary to successfully execute the project.
• Assist the Construction Group in necessary manpower moves. 
• Take a leadership role in driving continuous improvement of the regional construction operation where the CP is assigned.
• Develop specialized knowledge, systems, and support in the following areas.
  1. Construction means, methods, tooling, and equipment.
  2. Construction Planner training, and development.
  3. Shipping methods and execution.

• Interest construction equipment and practices.
• Proficient in digital word processing and spreadsheet applications (i.e. MS Office or Google Docs and Google Sheets).
• Continuous Improvement mindset: Lean, 5S, Process Flow Improvement, Toyota Production System, etc. is highly valued.
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Diligent with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics.
• BSc/BA in construction management, safety management, engineering or relevant field is preferred.

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience and skill set
• Overtime Eligible
• 401K with Company Match (5%) after 6 months – vested immediately.
• Benefit eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Benefit include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, and more.
• At Phillips Tank and Structure, YOU matter. You will be part of a great TEAM that works together and creates great systems to solve problems and set each other up for success each day.