Project Manager - Midstream

Koch; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, seeks a Project Manager to lead EPC projects from concept through commissioning with emphasis on design, execution, leadership, and business development.

The role sits at our Katy, TX headquarters, requiring on-site work Monday–Friday and travel up to 20% to project sites. Candidates should have engineering or construction experience and knowledge of contract language.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction
• Experience leading EPC, large capital projects with accountability for planning, cost estimating, scheduling, risk management, and customer engagement
• Understanding of prime contract and subcontract language
• Experience creating and reviewing design drawings and calculations

Responsibilities

• Develop or assist with the development of conceptual designs for new projects
• Provide technical design and engineering oversight of project scope through project completion
• Review of process equipment, vendor selection, and subcontractor services
• Coordinate or develop design documents including piping and instrumentation diagrams, valve specifications/lists, piping definitions/specifications, and equipment specifications
• Liaise and coordinate between engineering disciplines, field construction teams, and subcontractor personnel
• Lead customer reviews
• Travel up to 20% to project sites as needed
• Lead, coordinate, and conduct quality assurance reviews in the office and on-location
• Drive critical decision-making to shape outcomes of large-scale projects

Skills

EPC management

Cost estimating

Scheduling

Risk management

Customer engagement

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction

Job description

Role Overview

Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a Project Manager to join the team. The Project Manager will lead and actively engage in every aspect of an EPC project, from its initial development phase through commissioning and turnover. The Project Manager’s role will have an emphasis on conceptual design, project execution, leadership, and business development.

Location & Work Hours

This role will sit in office Monday - Friday at our headquarters in Katy, TX. This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Company Overview

At OPD, we specialize in engineering and construction within the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. We offer comprehensive services that integrate construction with engineering and procurement, enhancing efficiency and minimizing interface challenges. Since 1980, our commitment to integrity and excellence has earned us a reputation as a preferred partner with our customers. OPD’s industry experience, flexibility, and dedication to employee development has created a tight knit, highly productive team atmosphere that makes OPD a fulfilling place to work.

Responsibilities

• Develop or assist with the development of conceptual designs for new projects
• Provide technical design and engineering oversight of project scope for assigned projects through project completion
• Review of process equipment, vendor selection, and subcontractor services
• Coordinate or develop design documents including piping and instrumentation diagrams, valve specifications/lists, piping definitions/specifications, and equipment specifications
• Liaise and coordinate between engineering disciplines, field construction teams, and subcontractor personnel to ensure sound engineering design
• Leading of customer reviews
• Travel up to 20% to project sites as needed
• Lead, coordinate, and conduct quality assurance reviews in the office and on-location
• Drive critical decision‑making to shape the outcomes of large-scale projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering and/or construction discipline or equivalent experience
• Experience leading EPC, large capital, industrial, or infrastructure projects with accountability for project planning, cost estimating, scheduling, risk management, and customer engagement
• Understanding of prime contract and subcontract language
• Experience creating and reviewing design drawings and calculations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with full‑scope project responsibilities from the FEED phase to mechanical completion
• Experience in EPC design, field engineering, or engineering experience on a plant operations or maintenance team
• Knowledge of pipe design codes such as ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, and B31.12
• Experience reviewing, selecting, purchasing, and installation of static and rotating equipment
• Working knowledge of material specifications
• Direct experience completing full‑scope engineering, procurement, and construction projects (EPC) on a lump sum, turnkey basis
• Field, job‑site, or shop construction experience

Benefits

We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength—focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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