Project Director, Project Execution

Williams; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Domestic partner benefits

Volunteer time

Job summary

Williams is seeking a Project Director to lead complex energy infrastructure projects across gas, liquids, and power systems. You will guide multidisciplinary teams through design and delivery of facilities such as processing plants, compressor stations, pipelines, and generation units.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering and 7+ years in oil and gas project work; Master’s is preferred. Expect hybrid office work with travel up to 25% and strong emphasis on safety and sponsorship of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required with 7+ years in oil & gas projects.
• Master’s degree is preferred and may reduce the experience requirement.
• Experience in project controls, commercial development operations, and/or PM within oil & gas.

Responsibilities

• Leads cross-functional project teams to deliver high-impact outcomes with accountability.
• Oversees multi-year budgets with forecasting, cost controls, and financial transparency.
• Approves detailed technical project documentation and engineering standards.
• Assesses risks and analyzes options to support informed decisions and innovation.
• Communicates milestones and updates to senior leadership with clarity.
• Implements scalable processes and tools to improve execution efficiency.
• Fosters partnerships with contractors, producers, and customers for delivery.
• Travel up to 25% may be required.

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master’s degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Oracle Applications

Job description

About the Role

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day. As Project Director, you’ll lead the execution of complex energy infrastructure projects that span natural gas, liquids, and power systems. You’ll guide multidisciplinary teams through the design and delivery of facilities such as processing plants, compressor stations, pipelines, meter stations, and power generation units. With a focus on technical excellence, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration, you’ll drive innovation and ensure alignment with business goals. This role offers the opportunity to shape critical infrastructure while growing alongside a team grounded in strong values.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Leads cross-functional project teams including engineers, project managers, and technical specialists to deliver high-impact outcomes with precision and accountability
• Drives the development and oversight of multi-year departmental budgets ensuring accurate forecasting, financial transparency, and rigorous cost and schedule controls
• Oversees the creation, review, and approval of detailed technical project documentation ensuring alignment with business goals and engineering standards
• Evaluates complex technical alternatives, identifies project risks, and conducts in-depth analyses to support sound decision-making and innovation
• Communicates project milestones, risks, and strategic updates to senior leadership with clarity and influence
• Implements scalable work processes, tools, and procedures that enhance project execution and team efficiency
• Fosters strong partnerships with contractors, producers, and customers to ensure alignment, collaboration, and successful project delivery
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of seven (7) years in engineering, project controls, commercial development operations and/or project management within a oil and gas industry
• Preferred: Master’s degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of five (5) years in engineering, project controls, commercial development operations and/or project management within a oil and gas industry

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills
• Preferred: PE license and/or PMP certification
• Demonstrates proficiency in project scheduling and resource planning using tools like Microsoft Project, Primavera, and Oracle Applications
• Applies advanced analytical skills to forecast project volumes, assess performance metrics, and support data-driven decision-making
• Possesses a strong grasp of DOT design standards and integrates industry best practices into engineering workflows
• Leads complex engineering programs and provides strategic oversight to multidisciplinary teams, including project managers and technical professionals
• May be required to travel up to 25%

Why Houston?

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Our Total Rewards

Here’s a look at what that means:

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
• 401(k) with company match and an annual company 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 level up and work smarter
• Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
• 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

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time. For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.

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.

Why Williams?

Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy? As the world demands reliable, low-cost, low-carbon energy, Williams will be there.

We don’t offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include:

• Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits
• Growth and development opportunities
• An inclusive culture where you can be yourself
• Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including hybrid schedules

We’re proud of our innovative people who want to make the world a better place and invite you to explore how you can help us make clean energy happen.