E&C Project Manager Senior/Staff (Project Execution-Power Innovation, West)

Williams; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong pay plus annual incentive program

Hybrid work options

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Career growth paths with tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Williams is looking for an experienced E&C Project Manager (Senior/Staff) to lead large-scale power infrastructure projects in Houston, Texas. This role engages with gas turbines, CHP, solar, and battery systems, demanding technical expertise for successful project execution.

Eligible candidates should have a strong background in oil & gas project management with a relevant degree and 10-15 years of experience, alongside leadership skills to deliver results that impact business performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in oil and gas engineering/project management.
• Solid understanding of PLC/Stage-Gate processes.
• Extensive experience with power plant construction or operations.

Responsibilities

• Leads teams in implementing complex project plans to achieve objectives.
• Manages power infrastructure projects from concept through completion.
• Builds trust for coordination across internal and external partners.

Skills

Project management

Strategic vision

Engineering standards application

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or construction management

Master’s in business or project management (preferred)

PMP or PE certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Role Summary

Williams is seeking an experienced E&C Project Manager (Senior/Staff) to lead the safe and efficient execution of large-scale power infrastructure projects—including gas turbines, reciprocating engines, combined heat and power (CHP), solar, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). The role requires technical mastery, strategic vision, and the ability to deliver results that directly impact business performance.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Leads a team to implement complex project plans or programs to achieve objectives, coordinating with internal and external business partners.
• Manages power infrastructure projects from concept through completion, accountable for scope, schedule, and budget.
• Applies engineering and construction standards to design and integrate power generation systems, high‑voltage technologies, and control systems.
• Aligns project objectives with corporate strategy, evaluates economic impacts, and delivers solutions that maximize reliability and profitability.
• Builds trust for seamless coordination across internal teams and external partners, including Engineering, Procurement, and Construction.
• Anticipates risks with forward‑thinking alternatives, making decisive calls to resolve technical, contractual, and regulatory challenges quickly.
• Sets up the core project team to facilitate achievement of project objectives.
• Coordinates key functions with technical resources under the guidance of Project Life Cycle.
• Develops and implements project reports, presentations, schedules and costing forecasts.
• Presents and implements recommendations supported by sound engineering and operational efficiency, supporting reliability targets and reducing project risks.
• Prepares, reviews and approves requests for proposals, evaluations and contractor selection.
• Understands the economic impact of the project being developed to drive solutions.
• Anticipates issues, gathers information, assesses opportunity, analyzes alternative solutions and makes important decisions.
• Develops optimum project solutions that improve economic profit over the life of the project.
• Leads project teams and contractors; accountable for producing results and meeting deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• E&C Project Manager Staff: Required: Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 15 years of experience in oil and gas engineering/project management. Preferred: Bachelor’s in engineering or construction management, a Master’s in business, project management or engineering management; PMP, PE, and Microsoft Specialist Project Certification (MS).
• E&C Project Manager Senior: Required: Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in oil and gas engineering/project management. Preferred: Bachelor’s in engineering or construction management, a Master’s in business, project management or engineering management; PMP or PE.

Travel & Work Hours

Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time.

Other Requirements

• Demonstrates excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; safety is the utmost priority.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills.
• Solid understanding of PLC/Stage‑Gate processes and extensive experience with power plant construction or operations.
• Experience in design, construction, and commissioning of power generation systems (grid‑connected or islanded plants), substations, and high‑voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Project or equivalent project controls tools.
• Preferred: Electrical Engineering degree.
• Preferred: Microsoft Project Certification.
• Preferred: Experience with EPC in Power Generation/Data Centers.

Benefits

• Strong pay plus annual incentive program.
• Hybrid work options for most office roles and flexibility in field positions.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life.
• 401(k) with company match and an annual contribution.
• Paid time off, including company and floating holidays.
• Paid parental leave up to six weeks per parent, plus fertility and adoption support.
• Advanced AI tools and resources to help work smarter.
• Clear career growth paths with support for tuition reimbursement.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Domestic partner benefits.
• Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about.

EEO Statement

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.