Manager-Project Management & Engineering (Water) at Tallgrass MLP Operations, LLC in Lakewood, Colorado

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary purpose:

Provide leadership and effective management to a team of Project Managers and Engineers supporting the Tallgrass Water company assets. Promote the development of strong Project Managers and Engineers as well as the successful completion of assigned projects within cost and schedule constraints. Support new projects and ongoing improvements to existing facilities.Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Minimum of 5 years' direct work experience in engineering or project management of water pipeline or facilities including produced water gathering, fresh water distribution, and deep well injection facilities and/or municipal water pipelines and facilities.


• Must possess general understanding of how corporate policies, procedures, practices and processes relate to the Water business segment, associated business units and internal and external customers.


• Understanding of basic economic analysis as it pertains to project justification.


• 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.


• Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.

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 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 be able to understand the needs of the business unit(s) for which development work is being performed.


• 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 be able to deal effectively with people and resolve conflicts and problems.


• Able to analyze financial and cost data and develop conclusions and recommendations.


• 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.


• 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.


• 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.


• Field activities may include walking to and amidst work and/or construction sites, climbing in and out of trenches, working around heavy equipment, negotiating rough terrain, areas of loose rock and working in confined spaces.

Working Conditions:

• Occasional overtime may be required.


• The majority of the typical work day is spent in an office environment, though this may change depending upon the location assignment. For work performed out of doors, weather conditions vary and can be extreme, depending upon location assignment and may include severe seasonal changes which are primarily influenced by geographic location.


• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.


• Must be able to communicate effectively with fellow workers and demonstrate adherence to established safety policies and procedures.


• 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:

• Yes

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• 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 water pipeline, pump station and disposal facility operations.

Compensation:

The salary range for the role is $150,000-$165,000/yr.Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Teach, coach and mentor junior, mid and senior-level Project Managers and Engineers and prepare them to manage larger and more complex projects and to assume future leadership roles within our organization.


• Lead efforts to develop and improve personnel and their performance, organizational processes, standards and procedures.


• Review proposed and ongoing project requirements to determine time frame, funding, procedures, etc. for completing the projects.


• Promote open and continuous communication between various customers, departments and personnel.


• Manage project workloads in a dynamic environment.


• Assist with subcontractor procurement and management, package development, construction layout, material and equipment procurement, submittal review, manpower scheduling, quantity takeoffs, labor productivity reporting, document controls, material purchases, deliveries and inventory


• Supervise all required documentation records such as RFI responses, Change Directives, Material and equipment submittals, status reports, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, etc., to supervisor


• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work, change orders, estimates, etc.


• Project controls for distribution and record keeping of construction drawings, construction contract correspondence, technical records, and other project documents


• Assist with quantity takeoffs and solicitation of subcontractors and material vendors


• Regularly provide feedback to upper management regarding project and PM performance.


• Regularly review and approve the work products of the PMs assigned, including Estimates, Scopes of Work, contracts, accruals and forecasts.


• Build strong relationships with commercial and operational stakeholders, anticipating their needs and providing support to them as requested.


• Review all project forecasts on a monthly basis for adequacy and develop a plan for forecasting improvement if needed.


• Effectively interface with customer representatives, regulators, Tallgrass staff and others as required.


• Assist team with creating bid packages and scopes for contractors and vendors.


• Interact with contractors throughout the bid and selection process and throughout all phases of project construction and commissioning as needed.


• Ensure deadlines are set and met.


• Perform all job duties in accordance with Federal, State and Local Regulations, Tallgrass Policies and Procedures and with focus on Good Manufacturing Practices.


• Provide leadership and direction to project team that may be comprised of internal and external service providers including but not limited to Project Engineers, Planning Engineers, Operation Engineers and Environmental Engineers to ensure project success.


• Manage personnel related matters, including providing performance based feedback, providing support and completing administrative paperwork as needed.


• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.


• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.


• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.


• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.


• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.


• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.

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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