The SCG Compensation Survey™

Specifically designed for the Chemical and Petrochemicalindustry surrounding the Houston Texas Ship Channel Group (SCG).

Register for SCG Survey 2026Our Methodology
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Our Track Records

132

Positions Covered

3

Geographic Regions

99+

Exempt Positions

29

Non-Exempt Hourly

Built for the Houston Ship Channel Corridor

The SCG Compensation Survey™ is the annual compensation benchmark designed explicitly for chemical and petrochemical companies operating on and around the Houston Texas Ship Channel. Published every July, it delivers the market intelligence these operations depend on to make defensible pay decisions.

Published Every July

Annual publication cycle ensures the data is current and relevant to your compensation planning calendar.

132-Position Coverage

Salary information for 132 positions covering the full workforce spectrum, from operations to executive roles.

Regional Peer Comparison

Benchmarked against regional petrochemical companies, your actual competitive labor market, not generic national data.

DOJ Safe Harbor

Meets U.S. Department of Justice Safe Harbor guidelines, participant confidentiality is protected, and the data is legally defensible.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE 2025 REPORT

Salary information for all 132 surveyed positions
Comprehensive analysis of external competitiveness vs. regional petrochemical peers
Diagnosis of current and potential internal equity issues
Assistance in developing an overall pay policy aligned with corporate strategy
25th, 50th (median), average, and 75th percentile data exhibits per position
Benefits prevalence and salary administration data
Executive summary with market positioning highlights

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE 2025 REPORT

This report delivers a comprehensive view of compensation across 132 positions, covering Exempt, Non-Exempt Salaried, and Hourly roles. It includes detailed regional breakdowns with union and non-union comparisons, along with SCG-specific data cuts for meaningful peer benchmarking.

The report also highlights benefits prevalence, salary administration practices, and progression pay insights for key roles such as Operator, I&E, Mechanic, and Lab positions.
Full compensation report for all 132 positions (90 exempt, 13 non-exempt salaried, 29 non-exempt hourly)
Three geographic region breakdowns with union and non-union splits
VCC-specific data cuts for member-level peer comparison
Prevalence of benefits and salary administration data
Pay practices overview and executive summary
25th, 50th (median), average, and 75th percentile data exhibits per position

How the SCG How the SCG Survey Works

A rigorous four-phase process ensuring the highest-quality, most defensible compensation data in the Houston Ship Channel market.

01

Strategic Survey Design

Define peer groups, compensation factors, roles, and governance scope with SCG member alignment.

02

Managed Participant Outreach

High-touch outreach, custom invitations, real-time monitoring, and completion support throughout the process.

03

Geographic Intelligence

Data validation powered by CompBldr®, not just title comparisons, but true market intelligence.

04

Executive Reporting

Board-ready market reports with trend analysis, pay breakdowns, and strategic insights. Published every July.

Managed Participant Outreach

Define peer groups, compensation factors, roles, and governance scope with SCG member alignment.

Managed Participant Outreach

High-touch outreach, custom invitations, real-time monitoring, and completion support throughout the process.

Geographic Intelligence

Data validation powered by CompBldr®, not just title comparisons, but true market intelligence.

Executive Reporting

Board-ready market reports with trend analysis, pay breakdowns, and strategic insights. Published every July.

Policy & Procedure

Marketplace and workforce demands shift. Tracking the competitiveness of your pay structures and rates is essential. Industry and custom survey data help you design a comprehensive, defensible compensation plan.

Comprehensive Policy Design
Services Include

Plan strategy, structure design, and development
Pay grade and salary range matrix
Competency models and career path development
Pay equity analysis and FLSA review
Incentive and sales plan design
Compensation structure impact modeling
Job evaluation systems to rate positions within the organization
Compensation communication plans

Compensation communication plans

User-friendly, proven methodology with 40+ years of
salary survey experience
World-class consultants with direct SCG industry expertise and specialized peer group access
CompBldr® technology built for real-time, transparent compensation decision-making
Full-cycle management from plan design through analysis to July publication

Ready for the 2026 SCG Compensation Survey?

Gain access to trusted compensation insights, benchmark data, and strategic workforce intelligence to make informed pay decisions with confidence.

Register for SCG Survey 2026

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