Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Project Manager

Location:

Portland, OR (Partial Remote)

An experienced Project Manager is sought to support large-scale capital projects within gas storage operations. This individual will lead the planning, design, execution, and delivery of complex infrastructure and facility expansion projects. The role requires a background in natural gas storage, oil & gas infrastructure, pipeline or facility construction, engineering, and project management to drive projects from concept through commissioning.

• Lead the full lifecycle delivery of assigned capital projects from initiation through closeout.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, resources, risks, and communications.
• Coordinate and oversee internal engineering teams, external consulting engineers, construction contractors, and vendors.
• Manage construction activities from conceptual design through startup and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analyses.
• Support procurement activities including the development of RFPs and scope documents.
• Lead project risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution.
• Present project updates to executive sponsors, steering committees, and key stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress and support field teams.

• Minimum 5+ years of Project Management experience leading capital infrastructure, energy, utility, oil & gas, gas storage, pipeline, or industrial construction projects.
• Background in Construction Management, including oversight of engineering firms, contractors, vendors, and field construction activities.
• Working knowledge of civil and/or mechanical engineering principles as they relate to energy or utility infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing project budgets, schedules, risk mitigation strategies, and contractor relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and project portfolio management tools.
• Ability to travel to a facility in Clatskanie, OR on a weekly basis.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA area.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

• Experience with underground natural gas storage facilities or gas transmission/distribution systems.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Experience managing large capital projects ($1M+).
• Familiarity with utility industry regulations, permitting, and compliance requirements.
• Experience overseeing EPC, engineering consulting, and construction contractor relationships.

A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or Project Management is preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant industry experience will also be considered.

Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.