E&C Project Manager III (Project Development)

Williams; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams is seeking an E&C Project Manager to lead complex oil and gas engineering projects, delivering measurable results and innovative solutions. The role emphasizes rigorous project lifecycle management, risk mitigation, and cost forecasting to keep stakeholders informed.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, review RFps, manage contractors, and travel up to 50% to field locations, ensuring adherence to engineering standards and safety priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management required.
• Minimum five years’ oil and gas engineering/project management experience.
• PMI/PE certifications preferred.
• Hydraulic modeling knowledge preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver technically complex projects.
• Coordinate resources using a structured project lifecycle.
• Prepare reports, cost forecasts, and schedules.
• Review RFPS, contractor evaluations and criteria.
• Identify risks and perform root-cause analysis.
• Design optimum solutions maximizing value and performance.
• Run small-to-moderate scope projects with focus on quality and deadlines.
• Lead project teams and contractors to meet engineering standards.
• Plan and implement small engineering projects according to company policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Economic modeling knowledge

Oil & Gas engineering experience

Project management

Risk mitigation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Project Management Certification (PMP)

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

PMI and/or PE certifications

Tools

Hydraulic modeling concepts

Job description

The E&C Project Manager blends technical precision with strategic influence. As an E&C Project Manager, you’ll lead complex projects that shape our business and deliver measurable results. This isn’t just about managing timelines—it’s about engineering smarter solutions, optimizing performance, and driving innovation that lasts.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Leads cross-functional teams to deliver projects with technical and operational complexity, ensuring seamless collaboration with internal and external partners
• Coordinates technical resources using a structured Project Life Cycle approach to maintain rigor and efficiency
• Develops and implements detailed reports, cost forecasts, and schedules that keep projects on track and stakeholders informed
• Prepares and reviews RFPs, contractor evaluations, and selection criteria with precision and compliance
• Anticipates potential issues early, gathers critical data, and applies root-cause analysis to mitigate risks before they escalated
• Designs optimum solutions that maximize economic value and performance over the project’s lifecycle
• Runs small-to-moderate scope projects with a relentless focus on quality, deadlines, and stakeholder satisfaction
• Leads project teams and contractors, ensuring measurable results and adherence to engineering standards
• Other duties as assigned
• Responsible for the planning, coordination and implementation of small engineering projects in accordance with the established policies, procedures, and requirements approved by the company. Works under minimal guidance while performing complex tasks. Exercises a substantial latitude for making unreviewed decisions.

Education/Years of Experience:

• Required: Bachelor's Degree and minimum five (5) years’ experience in oil and gas engineering/project management
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Preferred: Project Management Certification (PMP), Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Preferred: Professional certificationssuch as PMIand/or PE
• Preferred: UnderstandingHydraulic modelingconcepts

Shift/Work hours/Travel Requirements:

• Up to 50% travel and must be willing to travel to field locations

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills
• Knowledge of economic models
• Understands economic drivers, customer needs being developed and incorporates them into pipeline/facility options
• Experience in pipeline and facility design engineering and construction
• Knowledge of typical industry regulatory practices, including the permitting requirements to evaluate proposed projects and project alternatives
• Preferred:Professional certificationssuch as PMIand/or PE
• Preferred: UnderstandingHydraulic modelingconcepts