Project Manager – Central Projects (or Senior)

Colonial Pipeline Company; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Pipeline Company is hiring a Project Manager in Alpharetta, Georgia, to lead multidisciplinary capital projects that significantly impact our success. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of relevant project management experience, preferably in the oil/gas sector, or 5+ years in another industry, along with a Bachelor’s degree.

The role requires developing project scopes, managing budgets, and leading cross-functional teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to handle projects exceeding $10M are essential. Travel may be required up to 30% of the time.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience in oil/gas or 5+ years in any industry.
• Ability to manage projects over $10M.
• PMP Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide multiple complex projects from initiation to closeout.
• Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality criteria.
• Manage project changes and resolve issues with contractors.

Skills

Project management in oil/gas industry

Leadership strengths

Excellent communication

Solid foundation in PMBOK

Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project

Ability to travel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related fields

Job description

Colonial Pipeline is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex, multidisciplinary capital projects that span the organization and directly influence our success.

Responsibilities

• Champion and guide multiple complex projects/programs from initiation through closeout.
• Develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, quality criteria, and performance metrics.
• Establish governance structures, project charters, execution plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Lead and mentor the cross‑functional core team, ensuring clarity of responsibilities and alignment on goals.
• Deliver accurate and timely reporting on cost, schedule, safety, risks, and milestones.
• Manage project changes, decision records, approvals, and documentation.
• Resolve issues with contractors and stakeholders that may affect delivery.
• Advise the Director of Central Projects on enhancements to tools, processes, and methodologies.
• Lead special initiatives to advance project management maturity.
• Partner with internal teams for Pre‑Startup Safety Review and Management of Change.
• Execute lessons learned capture and ensure proper closeout with business partners such as Accounting.
• Represent Colonial professionally with external stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, regulators, and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related fields (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Ideally, 3+ years of project management experience in oil/gas or related industry OR 5+ years senior project management experience in any industry.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.
• Solid foundation in PMBOK knowledge areas.
• Awareness of relevant industry codes and standards.
• Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.
• Leadership strengths in influencing, negotiation, planning, and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication—verbal, written, and listening.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and drive results.
• Commitment to consistently adhere to policies and procedures and demonstrate the Company’s core values of Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Safety, and Excellence.
• Self‑motivated, strong work ethic, and looking for a growth‑oriented company.

Additional Qualifications

• 10+ years oil/gas industry experience or 5+ years oil/gas project management.
• Experience managing projects > $10M.
• Experience presenting to executive or board‑level audiences.
• Preferred: PMP Certification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colonial Pipeline is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other reason prohibited by federal, state or local law.