Project Engineer / Project Manager - Pipeline (Southern)

Job Summary:

Western Midstream is seeking a Project Engineer / Project Manager to join its Engineering & Construction team in The Woodlands, TX. This position will manage the design and execution of gathering pipelines and meter stations in the West Texas Delaware Basin Asset.

 

The ideal candidate for this position will be capable of self-performing the engineering work required to design pipeline systems and meter facilities while also having experience managing contractors performing the same work. Experience managing upstream or midstream capital projects is required as the candidate will be expected to successfully begin executing projects immediately upon onboarding. 

 

Qualifications:

• Four (4) to ten (10) years of relevant work experience designing and managing execution of upstream or midstream facility capital projects; onshore, Lower 48 and unconventional shale experience is preferred. Program or project management of high volume, short cycle well connect and gathering pipeline projects and field gathering facilities including compressor stations, pump stations, and salt-water disposal facilities is a plus.
• A high degree of familiarity with and knowledge of the design and construction of pipelines, production, compression, pumping, treating, processing, and produced water disposal facilities. A basic knowledge of drilling and completions activities is a plus.
• Thorough familiarity with industry codes and standards for pipeline, measurement, and gathering facilities as well as applicable local, state, and Federal regulations. Working knowledge of applicable environmental and safety regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership in Occupational and Process Safety principles and their application to design and installation of pipeline and/or production facilities.
• Basic knowledge and experience with spatial data management and mapping software programs, such as ArcGIS, is required. Advanced experience is a plus.
• Ability to prepare and validate cost and schedule estimates.
• Basic knowledge of screening level economic analyses.
• Knowledge of and experience utilizing project management techniques and best practices.
• Competency in measuring project cost and schedule performance and progress; previous experience implementing earned value performance management a plus.
• Proficiency with standard office software such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Technically proficient and self-motivated with creative problem-solving skills to accomplish tasks within a team environment.
• Track record of action-oriented performance - taking control of problem situations, developing solutions, and bringing them to resolution, operating with a sense of urgency.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

 

Responsibilities:

• Develop facilities and pipeline scopes of work including required supporting infrastructure such as electrical power distribution and communication systems.
• Establish interdisciplinary project teams, determine roles and responsibilities, secure resources, and ensure accountability for commitments.
• Prepare work break down structures, develop project schedules, determine inter-project dependencies, and refine cost estimates. Generate project execution plans and design bases.
• Perform desktop routing and siting of proposed pipelines and facilities.
• Prepare conceptual designs including block and process flow diagrams, routing schematics, and isometric sketches with preliminary bill of materials.
• Acquire Authorization for Expenditures (AFEs) for assigned projects by developing decision support packages and presenting projects to management. Assist Commercial Developing in preparing economic justifications.
• Participate in engineering contractor selection process and initiate and lead project engineering efforts.
• Develop the technical scope of assigned projects to ensure that it meets the requirements of the company while complying with governmental regulations and industry standards. Secure necessary permits for project implem