Pad Construction Specialist
Date: Sep 16, 2025
Location: Mansfield, LA, US, 71052-4692
Company: Expand Energy
Our core values - Stewardship, Character, Collaborate, Learn, Disrupt - are the lens through which we evaluate every business decision. As a dynamic, growing company that offers extremely competitive compensation and benefits, our employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of Expands performance among our E&P competitors.
We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. We realize that, historically, underrepresented groups feel the need to be 100% qualified in order to apply. If you meet any combination of our requirements, we encourage you to apply. We strive to hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.
Job Summary
This specialist level position operates a variety of power tools and other equipment involving physical labor at construction sites in order to assist in safe and efficient operations of the site.
Candidates must reside or be willing to relocate within a 60-mile radius of the Mansfield Field Office (1970 Highway 84, Mansfield, LA 71052) to be considered for this position
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Oversee the staking of locations with surveyors and adjust pads and roads as needed and construction staking
Work with environmental reps and contractors to make sure we have all proper permits required to construct locations, pad expansions or roads
Works with land reps to make sure that we meet landowner requirements
Coordinates the controlling of traffic near, in, or around work zones
Coordinates the determining construction material needs, ordering materials and scheduling delivery of materials
Cleans or prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
Direct and supervise contractors building locations, access roads, drainage systems and related infrastructure
Ensures all codes are followed during construction to meet spec and design criteria
Works with team members to set expectations and standards for contractor performances and ensure they understand and follow all Expand's environmental, safety and operation standards
Oversee installation of erosion control measures, fencing, signage and containment systems
Mentors and trains less experienced construction technicians
Job Specific Skills
Advanced knowledge of materials, method and tools involved in the construction of structures such as highways and roads
Advanced knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of the people, data, property and institutions
Strong ability to monitor operations and situations to ensure Q/A, QC and compliance with safety policies and procedures
Safety
Lead daily safety meeting and enforce company safety standards and contractor compliance
Perform site hazard assessments and ensure corrective actions taker
Verify that all contractors meet PPE, training, and procedural requirements
Strong ability to read and interpret manuals, policies, procedures, permits, governmental regulations, engineering plans, maps, job specifications, reports, and correspondence
Scheduling and Reporting
Track project progress, milestones, and contractor hours
Communicate daily updates to Construction Foreman/ Manager
Document work completed and project cost
Education & Experience
Minimum: High School Diploma or GED and 12 years or more related work experience or an equivalent substitution for education of 15 years or more of related work experience
Additional Qualifications
Ability to possess a valid drivers license
Expand Energy takes necessary action to ensure that all applicants are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, military or veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Expand Energy Corporation's operations are focused on discovering and developing its large and geographically diverse resource base of unconventional oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States.
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