Tallgrass · 2 months ago
Project Director-Capital Projects
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
8+ years expTallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on delivering energy and services. They are seeking a Project Director to manage large and complex projects, develop execution strategies, and ensure project integration with budget and schedule.
Energy
Responsibilities
The Project Manager will be accountable for the development of complex execution strategies to successfully complete the work, including engaging with multiple execution centers around the world, third party engineering firms and specialty contractors
You will be expected to expertly translate project goals into executable plans
You will be directly engaged with Project Management, Construction Management, Project Controls Management, and Supply Chain Management key partners in ensuring that the Project is fully integrated into the budget and schedule for the project
You will be expected to drive a collaborative relationship within multi-offices and multi - cultural environments to meet project goals
In addition to leading the Project team, you will review and assess performance against the project’s engineering schedule, and handle changes to mitigate impact to the scope, budget, or schedule of a project
Develop overall Engineering and Design Execution Strategy, Construction and Commissioning strategies and ensure completion of the Project on time and on budget
Provide key inputs to the Project Execution Strategies (Modularization, Procurement and Contracting, Construction Pkg, etc.) and make strategic decisions that affect the cross functional areas of responsibility
Ensure alignment of engineering activities with the Procurement and Contracts Plan, and the Project Construction Plan and commissioning plan
Direct internal and external resources to produce delivery on schedule and on budget, monitoring progress and performance
Empower the project team to meet critical goals
Risk Management
Oversee Worldwide sourcing of major commodities such as equipment, modules, and fabricated pipe and steel
Construction execution planning and backwards support planning to support path of construction
Familiarity with the contents of fabrication and construction packages, typically: Piling and Foundation Design, Civil Design (Underground drainage, buildings, road, fencing, etc.), Shop-fabricated Pipe and Steel, Mechanical Design (Pipe & Structural steel), Electrical & Instrument Design, Insulation & Painting, etc
Qualification
Required
Project Manager - bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction or Project Management, or equivalent from an accredited institution along with 8 years of relevant job experience
Senior Project Manager - bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction or Project Management, or equivalent from an accredited institution along with 12 years of relevant job experience
Has led min 3 complete EPC projects, one of them valued greater than $1Bn TIC, and at least one project which involves innovative/complex execution strategies due to location, business objectives, new market developments, or new technologies
Proven track record in the management of basic and detailed engineering activities of very large process plants
Proven ability and desire to mentor junior Project Engineering Managers and members of the Engineering and Design team to come together for successful execution of mega projects
Strong organizational, communication and facilitation skills
Ability to bring a team together to achieve project targets and goals
Good commercial awareness with ability to manage change
Must have 10 Years of experience in Major Projects environment with direct work experience in engineering or project management of natural gas or hazardous liquid pipeline or facility projects including high-pressure gas and liquid transmission, metering, compression, pump station, storage, truck loading terminals, gathering, treating, and processing
Must have full complement of project management skills including project scoping and estimating utilizing work breakdown structures, cost and schedule control, design and construction management, team building, resource planning, procurement, and permitting
Must possess basic understanding of midstream and downstream projects. Must have experience in executing large midstream pipelines, compressor and pump stations, marine export terminal projects
Must have executed at least one Major Capital Project with a TIC of USD 200MM or more
Must have extensive experience in developing Major Projects with a development portfolio of USD 1 Billion
Must have very strong analytical skills that are required to develop concepts while working in partnership with Commercial
Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes
Must have prior experience in leading Project Controls; cost and schedule management tools, and successfully implemented them
Must have lead Cost Control management and extensive reporting background to upper management is required
Must have advanced experience in using Primavera for schedule development, tracking, and control purposes
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including but not limited to the ability to present ideas, proposals, and results to business segment leaders and to internal and external customers
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, including tracking and managing large projects, and see projects to completion while maintaining strict confidentiality (as necessary)
Must possess general understanding of how corporate policies, procedures, practices, and processes relate to the Pipeline business segment, associated business units, and internal and external customers
Understanding of basic economic analysis as it pertains to project justification
Ability to identify and establish expectations in an employee/employer relationship (subordinate/manager)
Solid leadership, communication, motivation and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage projects(s) that will include working with individuals with varying disciplines, backgrounds, and experience levels
Working knowledge of applicable regulations and agencies such as DOT, OSHA, and various state counterparts
Familiarity with DOT, NEC, ASME, API, and ASTM and other specifications, standards, and recommended practices typical in the natural gas or hazardous liquid transportation industry
Proficient in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel)
Must be able to deal effectively with people and resolve conflicts and problems
Must possess well-developed interpersonal skills to manage, lead, and direct Tallgrass and third-party personnel
Able to analyze financial and cost data and develop conclusions and recommendations
Ability to accept direction and work effectively & cooperatively with others
Must possess strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with both company and contract employees
Must be goal-orientated, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Must have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Well-balanced interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communications skills are required
Must be a problem-solver with the ability to find resolutions
Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies
Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job
Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work
Preferred
Registered professional engineer
Training in project management software and techniques including project scoping and estimating utilizing work breakdown structures, cost and schedule control systems, design and construction management, team building, resource planning, procurement, and permitting is a plus
Knowledge of natural gas and oil pipeline, plant, and pump station operations
Experience with FERC pipeline projects
Benefits
Industry competitive pay
Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Infertility Coverage
Parental Leave
401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
Identity theft protection
Annual discretionary bonus
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
Company vehicle (if applicable)
Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
Networking and employee engagement events
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
Company
Tallgrass
Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely and reliably delivering energy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.74BKey Investors
CPP InvestmentsBlackstone Group
2024-08-13Private Equity· $843M
2024-07-10Secondary Market· $1.1B
2024-01-17Debt Financing· $800M
Leadership Team
Sally Sun
VP of International Business Development
Recent News
2026-01-11
2025-11-11
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