Project Engineer / Project Management

Job Summary:

Western Midstream is seeking a Project Engineer / Project Manager to join its Engineering & Construction team in The Woodlands, Texas. This position will manage the design and execution of gathering pipelines and gas compression, gas processing, oil pumping, oil stabilization, and salt-water disposal facilities in West Texas. 

The ideal candidate for this position will be capable of self-performing the engineering work required to design pipeline systems and facilities while also having experience managing contractors performing the same work. Experience managing upstream or midstream capital projects is required as the candidate will be expected to successfully begin executing projects immediately upon onboarding.

 Qualifications:

• Five (5) or more years of relevant work experience designing and managing execution of upstream or midstream facility capital projects; onshore, Lower 48 and unconventional shale experience is preferred.
• A high degree of familiarity with and knowledge of the design and construction of production, compression, pumping, treating, processing, and produced water disposal facilities. A basic knowledge of drilling and completions activities is a plus.
• Thorough familiarity with industry codes and standards for pipeline, measurement, and gathering facilities as well as applicable local, state, and Federal regulations. Working knowledge of applicable environmental and safety regulations.
• Technically proficient and self-motivated with creative problem-solving skills to accomplish tasks within a team environment.
• Track record of action-oriented performance - taking control of problem situations, developing solutions, and bringing them to resolution, operating with a sense of urgency.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

 Responsibilities:

• Develop the technical scope of assigned projects to ensure that it meets the requirements of the company while complying with governmental regulations and industry standards. Secure necessary permits for project implementation and assist in developing/maintaining good relationships with regulatory agencies and the public.
• Acquire Authorization for Expenditures (AFEs) for assigned projects by developing decision support packages and presenting projects to management. Assist Commercial Developing in preparing economic justifications.
• Manage contractor development of detailed engineering deliverables. Review and approve final drawings and documents.
• Interface with operations and construction to ensure design is operable and constructible.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of current project status, actively managing the project cost and schedule on a daily basis as well as providing periodic schedule updates to stakeholders.
• Engage with contractors to promote WES’s safety culture and ensure everyone goes home safe every day.
• Exhibit WES’s core values of Servant Leadership, Empowerment, Customer Focus, Belief in Each Other, Integrity, and Positive Work Environment.

 Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering; Civil, Chemical, Petroleum, or Mechanical preferred, other disciplines may be considered with appropriate experience.
• Job title, grade, and salary will be commensurate with relevant education and experience

 Certifications / Licenses:

• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.

 Relocation:

• Relocation may be considered, depending on applicant.

 Travel Requirements:

• Travel will be required up to 25%. Most travel will be to field locations in the Permian Basin in West Texas.

 Work Schedule

• This position will work 9 hours Monday – Thursday and 4 hours on Friday. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursday will be worked in the office, while Wednesdays and Fridays will be worked from home. To work from home, the candidate must have the ability to remotely access corporate IT systems reliably.