Construction Lead

Job DescriptionJob Description

Midwest Petroleum Equipment (MPE) is a family-owned and operated leader in petroleum service and sales across the Midwest, boasting over 30 years of experience. We offer a comprehensive range of services, from sales and installation to maintenance, for commercial, industrial, and agricultural clients. Our commitment to superior customer service, transparent solutions, and on-time, on-budget project delivery has built a strong reputation and fostered a close-knit company culture.

MPE is experiencing remarkable growth, which has led us to expand to seven branch office locations and build a team of over 130 exceptional individuals. We are proud to be recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. Our company offers a supportive environment where teamwork, integrity, and respect are core values. We tackle challenging projects and foster innovation, providing opportunities for growth and advancement. If you're looking for a company that values its employees and offers rewarding work, we encourage you to apply!

Position: Construction Lead Installer. This person should be able to lead, coordinate and manage construction and installation of petroleum equipment. The ideal candidate will be a Licensed Underground Storage Tank (UST) Installer in Nebraska, Iowa and/or Kansas. The Construction Lead Installer assumes the leadership role on each project site assigned, overseeing the successful completion and implementation of safety, quality, schedule, and profitability.

Hours: This is a full-time position working Monday-Friday

Travel: This position may require occasional travel during the work week

What We Offer:

• Exceptional Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus potential, paid training & certifications, company vehicle, clothing & cell phone allowance, 401k with company match, comprehensive health, dental, vision, short-term & long-term , life insurance, and paid time off & holidays.
• Growth & Development: Opportunities for advancement within a rapidly expanding company.
• Supportive Culture: A positive work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and respect.

Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises all construction personnel assigned to crew
• Communicates to Foreman and other staff any specific requirements to ensure a successful, safe, timely and profitable project.
• Takes part in plan reviews and specifications, environmental regulations, as well as fire and building codes.
• Helps produce agendas and assists with safety, pre-construction, progress & schedule, and on-site coordination meetings.
• Ensures accurate and timely daily records are occurring on each project, including testing records, inspections, schedule progression, material tracking, and photos.
• Communicates with Construction Foreman with accurate time coding and payroll verification.
• Communicates with shop managers to ensure correct parts and equipment are staged for each project.
• Performs weekly safety audits at project sites, and submits findings to Construction Foreman.
• Communicates with customers or onsite representatives on each project to relay progress or convey issues that may arise that would require coordination.
• Assists with personnel recruitment.

Requirements:

• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the petroleum industry.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have a team player attitude and be coachable.
• Have high standards for appearance and professionalism.
• Be open to a flexible work schedule that may include after-hours and/or weekend work.
• Be willing to travel to projects as needed.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Be able to safely operate industry specific tools and equipment.
• Be willing to obtain/maintain certifications.

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs.
• Be able to stand 8-10 hours per day.

Why MPE? MPE is more than just a job; it's a career with growth potential in a thriving industry. We value our employees and offer a supportive, rewarding work environment. We encourage military members and veterans to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.