Project Manager-Major Projects; Water), ILS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide engineering technical development, oversight, project execution, and project management responsibilities in support of a broad range of water facility projects including gathering, conveyance, storage, and distribution. The candidate will coordinate and communicate with various Tallgrass commercial and operational groups to support business development, applying basic engineering analytical concepts, coordinating between multiple entities, and developing a project and engineering/execution plan for successful completion of a project to meet business objectives.

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

• Project Manager – Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent from an accredited institution with a minimum of 8 years of relevant job experience.

• 5 years of experience in major project environments with direct work experience in engineering or project management of municipal and/or industrial water projects including transmission, metering, pumping, storage, gathering, processing/treatment, and distribution.
• Full complement of project management skills including project scoping and estimating using work breakdown structures, cost and schedule control, design and construction management, team building, resource planning, procurement procedures, and permitting.
• Executed at least one major capital project with a total installed cost of more than $20 million.
• Very strong analytical skills to develop concepts while working in partnership with Tallgrass Commercial personnel.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including 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, track and manage large projects, and see projects to completion while maintaining strict confidentiality as necessary.
• General understanding of how corporate policies, procedures, practices, and processes relate to the Water business segment, associated business units, and internal and external customers.
• Basic economic analysis as it pertains to project justification.
• Ability to identify and establish expectations in an employee/employer relationship (subordinate/manager).
• Solid leadership, communication, motivation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage projects that include working with individuals of varying disciplines, backgrounds, and experience levels.
• Working knowledge of applicable regulations and agencies such as DOT, OSHA, EPA, and state counterparts (e.g., DEQ, SEO).
• Proficiency in MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Project, Teams, and Outlook.

• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record for travel.

• Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving with people.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to manage, lead, and direct Tallgrass and third-party personnel.
• Analytical ability to assess financial and cost data and provide recommendations.
• Accept direction and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with both company and contract employees.
• Goal-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Professional demeanor and respectful attitude with coworkers, clients/customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Work with a team, take directions from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules.
• Successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Organize and prioritize daily work.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill set; position will be filled based on qualifications.

• Sitting, standing, walking, and moving through facilities and/or sites.
• Driving,…