Project Manager - Energy

Dunaway Associates; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Profit-sharing bonus program

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Dunaway Associates is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Energy to lead natural gas infrastructure projects from concept to completion. You will guide cross‑functional teams delivering pipelines and gas station designs while balancing technical quality, regulatory compliance, client expectations, schedules, budgets and profitability.

You will strengthen client relationships, mentor staff, and support the growth of Dunaway’s energy practice.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant technical experience in a professional services environment.
• 3+ years of project management experience with schedules, budgets, and financial performance.
• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and leading project teams.
• Experience overseeing Project Manager I and/or technical staff preferred.
• PE license in Texas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage multiple natural gas projects from concept through completion, establishing scope, schedule, budget, staffing and delivery expectations.
• Lead planning and delivery of distribution pipelines, transmission lines, and gas station design projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee production for compliant project delivery.
• Lead QA/QC reviews ensuring alignment with standards, codes and client requirements.
• Manage project financial performance, budgets, fee utilization, profitability and resources.
• Serve as primary client contact, coordinating meetings and communicating updates.
• Prepare proposals, scopes of work and fee estimates with limited oversight.
• Coordinate permitting, entitlement and municipal review as required.
• Plan staffing, balance workloads and align resources across offices.
• Mentor project managers and staff for quality, accountability and growth.
• Support business development through client relationships and pursuit activities.
• Partner with senior leadership on strategic goals and operational improvements.

Skills

Project leadership

Budgeting & scheduling

Client relationship management

QA/QC oversight

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Equivalent experience (9+ years) in lieu of degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroStation

CAD standards

Job description

We’re open to location for the right candidate. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely or in a hybrid arrangement from one of our office locations, with a preference for candidates located in Texas.

WHAT WE DO:

Founded in 1956, Dunaway is a multidisciplinary professional services firm offering Survey, Civil and Structural Engineering, Planning + Landscape Architecture, and Construction Inspection Services (CIS), in addition to Environmental and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering), and ROW (Right-of-Way) services. For over seventy years, Dunaway has been a trusted client advisor, committed to improving lives in the communities we serve. Supported by a team of 370+ professionals with eight offices across Texas, including Fort Worth, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Farmersville, Houston, and Midland.

WHO WE ARE:

The Dunaway Difference is our three foundational components (represented by the waves in our logo): Core Values, One Heart and Profitable Growth. The combination of these three pillars creates a feeling and experience that is uniquely Dunaway. One heart, all rowing in the same direction in unison together, while continuously seeking to exemplify our core values of Integrity, Respect, Honesty, Technical Excellence, Attitude of Service, Sense of Urgency and Responsiveness in everything we do. Just like a crew race, we always look forward with the finish line in mind. Because when we win, our employees do too. Through our profitable growth, we provide opportunities, such as Profit‑sharing, career advancement, and stability – just to name a few. These are just some of the reasons we were just named a Top Firm to Work for by Zweig!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

As a Project Manager – Energy, you will independently lead natural gas infrastructure projects from concept through completion. You will guide multidisciplinary teams delivering low- and intermediate‑pressure distribution pipelines, high-pressure transmission pipelines, and natural gas station designs while balancing technical quality, regulatory compliance, client expectations, schedules, budgets, and project profitability. You will also strengthen client relationships, mentor emerging project leaders and technical staff, and support the continued growth of Dunaway’s energy practice.

• Independently manage multiple natural gas projects from concept through completion, establishing clear scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and delivery expectations.
• Lead the planning and delivery of low- and intermediate‑pressure distribution pipelines, high-pressure transmission pipelines, and natural gas station design projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and oversee technical production to promote accurate, efficient, and compliant project delivery.
• Lead QA/QC reviews and confirm deliverables align with Dunaway standards, applicable codes and regulations, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Manage project financial performance, including budgets, fee utilization, profitability, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Serve as a primary client contact by leading coordination meetings, communicating project updates, resolving issues, and maintaining trusted relationships.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, scopes of work, and fee estimates with limited oversight.
• Coordinate permitting, entitlement, and municipal review processes as required for project delivery.
• Plan project staffing, balance workloads, and collaborate across teams and offices to align resources with project needs.
• Mentor Project Managers and technical staff, providing guidance that supports quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Support business development and marketing efforts through client relationship management and pursuit activities.
• Partner with senior leadership to advance line‑of‑business initiatives, annual strategic goals, workflow improvements, quality standards, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE:

• Working knowledge of natural gas distribution, transmission, and station design projects, including applicable codes, regulations, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Strong understanding of project delivery standards, design quality, and QA/QC processes.
• Knowledge of local codes, TxDOT standards, and CAD standards.
• Advanced understanding of project financial and performance metrics.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, MicroStation, or other relevant design software.

SKILLS:

• Proven ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, budget, and profitability.
• Strong leadership, organization, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, client service, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and resolve technical or project‑delivery challenges.
• Ability to mentor and develop staff while fostering a positive, accountable team environment.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to connect project execution to broader client and business goals.

EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years of relevant technical experience within a professional services environment.
• At least 3 years of project management experience with responsibility for schedules, budgets, and financial performance.
• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and leading project teams.
• Experience overseeing Project Manager I and/or technical staff preferred.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of education and 9 years of progressive technical experience in lieu of a degree.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas preferred.

WHY DUNAWAY?

At Dunaway, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve communities across Texas while being part of a collaborative team that values technical excellence, professional growth, and service. We offer:

BENEFITS SNAPSHOT

• Hybrid work environment with flexible work schedules and remote work options (role dependent)
• Friday afternoons off
• Competitive base compensation
• Semi‑annual, company‑wide profit‑sharing bonus program tied to firm performance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options, including company HSA contributions
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Paid time off starting at three weeks per year, plus paid holidays and floating holidays
• PTO exchange option
• Wellness and mental health resources, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company‑paid life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Paid military leave
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee‑owned company culture with a shared‑success mindset
• Work arrangements and schedules may vary based on role, team, and business needs.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Dunaway in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1‑B or any other work visa petitions.