Project Manager-CCS

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 Spendi & 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

Primary purpose:

Provide engineering technical development, oversight, project execution and project management responsibilities in support of Carbon Capture and Sequestration projects. Coordinate and communicate with the various Tallgrass commercial and operational groups to support business development and be expected to take a defined business commitment, apply basic engineering analytical concepts, and develop a project and engineering/execution plan for the successful completion of a project to meet the business objectives.

Work with Tallgrass's various customers, the public, government agencies and other stakeholders to communicate the project goals and objectives to advance the project from concept to design/engineering to construction and ultimately through the realization of operations.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Evaluates and prioritizes exploration opportunities and their value.
• Serve as on-site representative related to Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) projects.
• Provides expert judgment for the design and implementation of oil and gas wells.
• Prepare project scopes, estimates, budgeting details and execution plans for CCS projects.
• Coordinate the bidding process to ensure competitive and effective costing.
• Create bid packages and scopes for contractors and vendors.
• Interact with contractors throughout all phases of project construction and commissioning.
• Effectively plan schedule, and manage multiple CCS projects concurrently to meet customer's needs and expectations.
• Provide project management to ensure that projects are completed on time and on budget and develop strategies for necessary adjustments.
• Prepare and deliver presentations that communicate project proposals, descriptions, and status to upper management, governmental agencies and/or the public.
• Manage projects in a manner that assures safety, reliability, and environmental and human impacts are mitigated while meeting the project goals (including but not limited to: Schedule, Budget, Safety, and Overall Quality).
• 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.
• Organize projects in the Company's financial control system, review and manage expenditures and commitments, forecast cash flow, and prepare monthly cost control reports.
• Follow all Tallgrass Policies and Procedures.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Regulations.
• Provide or direct the appropriate level of project documentation during the project and following project completion to assure compliance with the policies of Corporate, Federal, State and other governing bodies.
• Ensure ongoing improvement through evaluation of current processes.
• Effectively interface with customer representatives, regulators, Tallgrass staff, and others as required.
• 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 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Project or Construction Management is required along with 10 years of relevant job experience in managing a variety of capital expansion projects in the midstream sector.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Project manager with 10 years' experience in process and petroleum engineering
• Experience in geological and petrophysical analysis related to CCUS
• Drilling engineering experience related to casing design, downhole equipment, surface equipment in formations related to UGS and CCUS
• Knowledge of PHMSA 1170/1171, EPA UIC Class VI disposal wells, EPA Subpart RR - Geologic Sequestration of Carbon Dioxide, and the ability to stay up to date with any future CO2 regulatory and compliance and governance and associated well compliance.
• Knowledge of well logging, seismic interpretation, recognition of the need for remediation and subsequent action plans through data analysis
• Must have a 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 a basic understanding of upstream, midstream and downstream projects.
• Knowledge of drilling equipment, operations, data feeds, trends and optimization.
• Experience in drilling optimization and real-time monitoring of drilling operations.
• Must possess a general understanding of how corporate policies, procedures, practices, and processes related to the Pipeline business segment, associated business units, and internal and external customers.
• Understanding of basic economic analysis as it pertains to project justification.
• 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.

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:

• Understanding of drilling processes from inception to commissioning.
• Ability to identify and establish expectations in an employee/employer relationship (subordinate/manager).
• The ability to understand and communicate both existing and real-world data to multidisciplinary teams.
• Must be able to understand the needs of the business unit(s) for which development work is being performed.
• Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes.
• 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 communication 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.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience, and skillsets 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 50 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 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• 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.
• Overtime may be required and is anticipated.

Working Conditions:

• Travel is required and anticipated as 10-15% across a broad geographic region.
• The majority of the typical workday 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.
• Overtime may be required and extended work hours in cases of emergencies.
• 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 a credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Technical work direction and oversight of staff and contractors.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• 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.
• Experience managing the planning and execution of drilling projects, the development of oil and gas fields, and the analysis of reserves.
• Knowledge of natural gas and oil pipeline, plant, and pump station operations.
• Experience with FERC pipeline projects.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Tallgrass is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V