Pipeline Operations Manager jobs in Lafayette, LA

Company Profile

BlueFin, a GATE Energy Company, is a leading independent service company with a suite of project execution niches and specialty equipment, covering a full range of pipeline and process, mechanical, intelligent completions, and fluid flushing and filtration services. Our clients range from Operators to General Contractors in the upstream and midstream market sectors of the oil and gas industry. BlueFin is based in New Iberia, LA.

Job Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for managing projects within Pipeline, Process, and Industrial Services Division. This position is responsible for planning all aspects of the job such as equipment, personnel, costs, resource allocation while adhering to HSEQ standards. The Project Manager guides and instructs field personnel by clearly communicating to the assigned job Lead or Supervisor to properly execute the job as planned. Works directly with the President, Operations Management team and Estimators in order to provide the most profitable and economical solutions to the client's needs. The Project Manager is a critical position who is highly responsible for delivering a successfully executed project and positive experience to our clients.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee projects from start to finish (estimate, budget, operations, resources, personnel, equipment)
• Understand and manage HSEQ risks throughout the project, ensuring BlueFin processes and systems meet or exceed client requirements
• Have a clear understanding of project deliverables and client expectations
• Perform on-site Project Management duties as requested, which may be project dependent
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for various projects as requested
• Assist the Estimator in bidding jobs
• Keep track of daily costs and ensure proper documentation is completed
• Clearly communicate project directions to the assigned job Lead or Supervisor
• Make Sales Calls with Business Development Representatives as requested
• Perform Site Visits as required
• Organize, Administer and attend pre-bid, pre-job, post-job, and project meetings internally and with clients
• Write Project Work Plans (PWP), Project Completion Reports (PCR), and other project related technical writing
• Develop and Maintain client relationships
• Assist with developing training criteria for field employees as well as provide continuous feedback on job performance during and after projects
• Communicate with Client’s on all levels
• Report, document and communicate all elements of Quality and Safety as relevant and within the scope of your assignments
• Approve or disapprove all time for personnel allocated to respective projects
• Update resource management data in various software’s as required
• Understand and adhere to all applicable regulatory standards
• Ensure compliance with all Bluefin policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma required.
• Technical Degree preferred.
• Experience with the discipline you are assigned to, which may include but is not limited to; CT operations, high pressure pumping, production chemicals, production facilities, natural gas facilities, umbilicals, tank cleaning, hydroblasting, pickling, and passivation, lube oil flushing, design, and operations.
• Experience in planning and managing large-scale projects preferred
• Education and experience may be substituted for one another.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. without assistance
• Must be able to work in harsh conditions (while on a job site visit)
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time

BlueFin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.