Project Manager, Operations Manager

Provide project management, technical support, and oversight for small-to-mid‑sized capital projects ($1 MM – $10 MM). This role focuses primarily on natural gas meter stations and small‑diameter lateral pipelines. As these projects are often reimbursable, the candidate must excel in transparent cost tracking, client communication, and efficient execution from inception to close‑out.

• Full Lifecycle Management:
  Lead projects from initial scope development through construction, commissioning, and final asset integration.
• Reimbursable Coordination:
  Maintain meticulous documentation for cost‑plus or reimbursable projects to ensure seamless billing and client audit compliance.
• Project Controls:
  Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets; generate accurate cost estimates and Authorizations for Expenditure.
• Technical Specification:
  Perform sizing and specification for meter runs, valves, filters, and piping components.
• Procurement & Bidding:
  Manage the material procurement process and lead the bidding/selection of third‑party construction contractors.
• Contract Management:
  Evaluate construction contracts and commercial agreements, ensuring scope clarity and risk mitigation.
• Reporting:
  Lead weekly progress meetings and generate routine status reports for both internal personnel and external customers.

• Education:
  
  Minimum 4-year accredited degree in relevant discipline.
• Experience:
  
  2–3 years of midstream or utility industry experience.
• Project Scope:
  Direct experience with meter stations, interconnects, and/or small‑diameter pipelines is highly preferred.
• Client Facing:
  Ability to manage "customer‑driven" projects where high levels of communication are required.
• Multi‑Tasking:
  Proven ability to manage a portfolio of multiple smaller projects simultaneously at different stages of the lifecycle.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Self‑motivated with a "boots‑on‑the‑ground" mentality; comfortable working with both field technicians and executive leadership.
• Technical Tools:
  Proficiency in MS Office (Project/Excel). Experience with AutoCAD or hydraulic modeling (e.g., Pro Max, Synergi) is a plus.
• Travel:
  Ability to travel approximately 25‑50% to project sites for kick‑offs, tie‑ins, construction oversight, commissioning, etc.

This position is located in Austin, Texas and is an in‑office position. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.

As set forth in White Water Midstream’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.