Project Manager​/Associate

This is a multi‑level posting. Candidates may be considered for any of the levels posted, depending on their level of experience and depth of expertise.

The purpose of the position is to provide an advanced level of management and engineering support for project development, project execution and operations of natural gas facilities.

Responsible for maintaining project budget, schedule and team interactions.

Ensure that business, technical, environmental, operational, financial and scheduling objectives are met for assigned projects.

Manage project workflow by identifying and executing interfaces between facility planning, regulatory, right‑of‑way, environmental, engineering, design, construction, operations and marketing functions.

Manage resources, team member workload, right‑of‑way, environmental, regulatory, tech services and construction and keeping within budget considerations.

Assist in identifying and implementing best practices.

Ensure communication links are maintained with project team, project sponsors, project control, facility owners and operators.

Conduct and facilitate the project review process for the team.

Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning.

Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business administration or related field; or equivalent work experience. (Typically, four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor’s degree.)

The associate project manager position requires four or more years of experience.

The project manager position requires six or more years of experience.

Ability to prepare clear, concise, timely and complete written reports.

Broad knowledge of company functions (regulatory, financial, marketing, market services, operations, gas control, etc.).

Working knowledge of environmental, DOT and FERC regulations is a plus.

Must possess self‑motivation and initiative to recognize, analyze and recommend alternative solutions to problems and issues.

Proficiency with PC and various software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Effective analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.

Northern Natural Gas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.