Project Manager

WhiteWater; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

WhiteWater in Austin, Texas is looking for a project manager to oversee small-to-mid-sized capital projects, primarily focusing on natural gas meter stations and pipelines. The successful candidate will lead projects from inception to close-out, ensuring proper documentation, cost tracking, and compliance during reimbursable phases. With a strong preference for candidates experienced in the midstream or utility sectors, this role will also require proficiency in project management tools and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a 401(k), medical, dental, and vision insurances.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of education in relevant discipline.
• 2-3 years of experience in midstream or utility industry preferred.
• Direct experience with meter stations, interconnects, and/or small-diameter pipelines is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage "customer-driven" projects with strong communication.
• Proven ability to manage multiple smaller projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initial scope to final asset integration.
• Maintain documentation for reimbursable project billing.
• Develop schedules and budgets; generate cost estimates.
• Perform sizing and specifications for piping components.
• Manage material procurement and third-party contractor selection.
• Evaluate construction contracts ensuring scope and risk clarity.
• Lead progress meetings and generate routine status reports.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Multi-tasking

Client-facing skills

Technical proficiency

Education

4-year accredited degree in relevant discipline

Tools

MS Office (Project/Excel)

AutoCAD

Job description

Provide project management, technical support, and oversight for small-to-mid-sized capital projects ($1 MM – $10 MM). This role focuses primarily on natural gas meter stations and small-diameter lateral pipelines. As these projects are often reimbursable, the candidate must excel in transparent cost tracking, client communication, and efficient execution from inception to close‑out.

Job Responsibilities

• Full Lifecycle Management: Lead projects from initial scope development through construction, commissioning, and final asset integration.
• Reimbursable Coordination: Maintain meticulous documentation for cost-plus or reimbursable projects to ensure seamless billing and client audit compliance.
• Project Controls: Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets; generate accurate cost estimates and Authorizations for Expenditure.
• Technical Specification: Perform sizing and specification for meter runs, valves, filters and piping components.
• Procurement & Bidding: Manage the material procurement process and lead the bidding/selection of third-party construction contractors.
• Contract Management: Evaluate construction contracts and commercial agreements, ensuring scope clarity and risk mitigation.
• Reporting: Lead weekly progress meetings and generate routine status reports for both internal personnel and external customers.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Minimum 4-year accredited degree in relevant discipline.
• Experience: 2–3 years of experience with preference in midstream or utility industry experience.
• Project Scope: Direct experience with meter stations, interconnects, and/or small-diameter pipelines is highly preferred.
• Client Facing: Ability to manage "customer-driven" projects where high levels of communication are required.
• Multi-Tasking: Proven ability to manage a portfolio of multiple smaller projects simultaneously at different stages of the lifecycle.
• Soft Skills: Self‑motivated with a "boots‑on‑the‑ground" mentality; comfortable working with both field technicians and executive leadership.
• Technical Tools: Proficiency in MS Office (Project/Excel). Experience with AutoCAD or hydraulic modeling (e.g., ProMax, Synergi) is a plus.
• Travel: Ability to travel approximately 25-50% to project sites for kick-offs, tie‑ins, construction oversight, commissioning, etc.

Benefits

This position is located in Austin, Texas and is an in‑office position. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.