Manager/Director-Business Development at Tallgrass MLP Operations, LLC in Lakewood, Colorado

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary purpose:

• Work closely with the Sr. Director of Business Development to drive growth and assist with customer needs, solutions, and proposals for the Tallgrass natural gas gathering and processing business unit.

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Business, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or related discipline

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• A minimum of 7 years in the energy industry
• Direct work experience in the energy industry including a comprehensive understanding of the interrelated gas/oil control, pipeline, compression, and processing operations, and gas/oil scheduling processes.
• Must possess general understanding of how corporate policies, procedures and practices relate to Tallgrass Energy, associated business units and internal and external customers.
• Ability to work in a fast-moving competitive environment that may include handling sensitive company and customer information.
• Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Work Location:

• Preference for position to be located in Lakewood, CO.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• 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.
• Ability to accomplish assigned tasks timely.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands:

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Supervisory Responsibility:

NoneEssential duties and responsibilities:

• Evaluate potential capital projects utilizing producer/customer forecasts and project scopes and capital estimates.
• Work with engineering and project management on design and scope development for pipeline and facilities, including preliminary cost estimating.
• Consistently communicate and coordinate activities with Operations, Land, Project Management, EHS, and other Tallgrass cross functional teams.
• Perform financial analysis using existing models to determine return on investment/discounted cash flow and rate determination.
• Generate presentation materials for internal stakeholders and producers/customers including new project underwriting packages.
• Shepherd new projects from origination through execution and into operations.
• Monitor business issues and impact to bottom line, competitor and customer intelligence and implement solutions.
• Routinely assess pipeline and compressor station capacity including building and maintaining models and reports.
• Develop and implement system optimizations that improve business financials and strategy.
• Shepherd contract and contract amendments from conception to execution by working with legal and other necessary internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain tools used for strategy and business development
• Other responsibilities supporting the business, as assigned.
• Regularly communicate with management regarding project status, goals and objectives.
• Deal effectively with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with both internal and external clients.
• Take on assignment of other duties and special projects, as needed.
• Work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for safety.
• Foster a positive open work environment and disciplined execution of all assigned tasks.

ABOUT US

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• 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

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

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