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Construction Specialist

Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Carlsbad, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 10/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2026
An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Construction Specialist leads the execution of capital projects from concept through start-up in alignment with the Marathon Project Management Process (MPMP). This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with MPC standards by collaborating across engineering, operations, project controls, and supply chain. Serving as a construction SME, the role drives technical excellence, contracting strategy, and execution performance across a portfolio of complex projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manages a portfolio of projects of varying magnitude and complexity from conception to start-up following the Marathon Project Management Process (MPMP).
  • Develops and maintains working knowledge of applicable industry and company component-specific technical and construction standards as well as operating practices and regulatory requirements and apply it to project design and execution.
  • Collaborates with other departments, subject matter experts, technicians, and vendors to obtain pertinent information to complete the planning, design, and execution of proposed projects as well as working closely with internal and external stakeholders to obtain construction permits and easements when necessary.
  • Manages project performance to ensure project meets agreed quality, cost and schedule parameters in a safe and environmentally sound manner.
  • Collaborates with Project Controls Specialist on project administration (scheduling, estimating, cost management, etc.).
  • Coordinates with Supply Chain in the development of a contracting plan; prepares bid requests and evaluates bids based on sound construction, technical design, and business principles.
  • Keeps accurate project documentation to ensure all documentation necessary for applicable regulatory and internal compliance is maintained and managed.
  • With requirements discussed and outlined and with limited guidance and suggestions offered, carries out responsibilities and interactions of a significant or complex nature. Recommends possible company action involving the assigned area of work. Provides guidance to less experienced professional or specialist personnel and other personnel as situations require.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • Two (2)-year Engineering Technology degree preferred.
  • Three (3) years of related experience required.
  • Valid Driver's License Required.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Midland, Texas

Additional locations:

Carlsbad, New Mexico, Jal, New Mexico, Mentone, Texas

Job Requisition ID:

00024940

Location Address:

600 N Marienfeld St Ste 450

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

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