Project Manager/Associate

This is a multi-level posting. Candidates may be considered for any of the levels posted, depending on their level of experience and depth of expertise.

The purpose of the position is to provide an advanced level of management and engineering support for project development, project execution and operations of natural gas facilities.

Responsible for maintaining project budget, schedule and team interactions.

Ensure that business, technical, environmental, operational, financial and scheduling objectives are met for assigned projects.

Manage project workflow by identifying and executing interfaces between facility planning, regulatory, right-of-way, environmental, engineering, design, construction, operations and marketing functions.

Manage resources, team member workload, right-of-way, environmental, regulatory, tech services and construction and keeping within budget considerations.

Assist in identifying and implementing best practices.

Ensure communication links are maintained with project team, project sponsors, project control, facility owners and operators. 

Conduct and facilitate the project review process for the team.

Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning.

Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Provides effective leadership, technical guidance, organizational and resource planning, and problem resolution.

Performs responsibilities independently or as directed within determined timeframes and with a high degree of accuracy; completes project assignments to meet customer needs and achieve cost, schedule and reliability objectives.

Provide accurate input into the budget process and contribute to meeting the targets.

Establish and maintain effective relationships within the department and the company.

Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
 

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business administration or related field; or equivalent work experience. (Typically four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor’s degree.)

Assoc Project Mgr - 4 years of experience

Project Mgr - 6 years of experience

Ability to prepare clear, concise, timely and complete written reports.

Broad knowledge of company functions (regulatory, financial, marketing, market services, operations, gas control, etc.).
Must possess self-motivation and initiative to recognize, analyze and recommend alternative solutions to problems and issues.

Proficiency with PC and various software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Knowledge and proficiency with environmental, DOT and FERC regulations is a plus
Effective oral and written communication skills.

Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
 

BHE Pipeline Group consists of Berkshire Hathaway Energy’s interstate natural gas pipeline companies, BHE GT&S, Kern River Gas Transmission Company and Northern Natural Gas Company. Combined, BHE Pipeline Group operates approximately 21,200 miles of pipeline with a design capacity of approximately 21.1 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day, owns assets in 27 states and is an industry leader in natural gas transportation. BHE Pipeline Group also operates 22 natural gas storage facilities with a total working gas capacity of 515.6 billion cubic feet and a liquefied natural gas export, import and storage facility.