Station Construction Inspector

About the role

The Station Construction Inspector ensures that all construction activities meet Targa’s engineering standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. This role focuses on quality control, documentation, and compliance during pipeline, plant, and compression projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspection for plants, stations, and pipelines to ensure construction quality meets company procedures and industry standards.
• Manage work to ensure it is performed safely.
• Apply knowledge of company construction specifications/requirements and industry codes and regulations.
• Manage construction forms, job safety evaluations, and maintain inspection and construction records in accordance with company requirements.
• Provide construction support by collaborating with engineering, construction, operations, and third parties to assist in design, estimating, scheduling, and ensuring operational fit and constructability through field investigations and meetings.
• Coordinate pipeline routing and surveying activities, participate in contractor selection, and assist with process/procedure optimization initiatives.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with all parties.
• Work overtime, weekends, holidays, respond to call-outs as needed, and work shifts based on plant or field conditions.
• Travel to active work areas within the region.
• Maintain relationships with local regulators.
• Plan and perform all assignments in a safe manner.
• Attend safety meetings and adhere to safety standards.

Core Values and Behaviors

• Embody integrity, accountability, initiative, and respect in work and correspondence.
• Adhere to safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, API, ASME, NFPA).
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively at all levels within the company and with external stakeholders.
• Thrive in a team environment, collaborate with cross-functional groups, and maintain a professional and respectful demeanor.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to interface with teams, personnel, and vendors.
• Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (e.g., eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 lbs.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pipeline industry with significant experience in construction and construction management of pipelines, compressor stations, processing plants, and measurement facilities.
• Working knowledge of pipeline and plant codes and industry standards, including ASME B31.3, ASME B31.8, DOT 192, ASME IX, and API 1104.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents such as Process and Instrument Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams, easements, leases, and licenses.