Senior Project Manager - Midstream Engineering

SPEC Services, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SPEC Services, Inc. in the Greater Houston area seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead midstream engineering projects, including gas and liquids facilities, pipelines, and brownfield work.

You will drive scope, schedule, budget, and quality from kickoff through delivery while serving as the primary client contact. You will coordinate across mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, and process disciplines, mentor teams, and maintain a strong focus on safety, reliability, and practical problem

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Chemical).
• 10+ years in engineering, project engineering, and/or project management.
• 7+ years in midstream or technically related project work.
• Experience leading technical workstreams and client coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent, multidisciplinary midstream engineering projects.
• Own scope, schedule, budget, quality, and delivery commitments from kickoff through completion.
• Develop project execution plans, staffing strategies, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate across mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, process, and pipeline engineering.
• Lead constructability planning in operating facilities, including tie‑in and sequencing.
• Manage execution risks, scope growth, and change requests.
• Oversee QA/QC and technical consistency across deliverables.
• Lead client working sessions, progress reviews, and technical discussions.
• Build long‑term client relationships through reliable delivery.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Client engagement

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

SPEC Services is a 200+ person engineering services firm with more than 45 years supporting the energy sector. We are known for practical solutions, responsive service, and long-standing client relationships, with a culture focused on technical excellence and doing the work the right way in operating and brownfield environments.

Summary of the Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead and deliver midstream engineering projects, including gas and liquids facilities, pipelines, and related infrastructure, such as brownfield modifications, terminal and storage facilities, compression systems, pipeline expansions and replacements, metering and regulating stations, custody transfer and measurement systems, and associated tie-ins and pipeline appurtenances. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, serve as the primary client point of contact, and drive project outcomes through disciplined execution, risk management, and clear communication. This role is focused on delivery leadership and client trust, not sales or EPC-style project delivery.

What Sets This Role Apart

• Autonomy & Ownership: Lead projects end-to-end with direct accountability and the latitude to make decisions that matter.
• Direct Client Impact: Build trust as the face of SPEC to operator clients, without layers of bureaucracy.
• Leadership Access: Work closely with senior leadership and contribute to the direction and culture of a growing Houston office.
• Project Variety: Engage with a range of challenging, meaningful midstream projects; no two are exactly alike.
• Visible Career Path: Grow your career in an organization that recognizes project ownership, practical results, and technical excellence.
• Stable & Trusted: Join a team with a strong reputation for reliability, technical quality, and client service.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management and Delivery

• Lead multiple concurrent, multidisciplinary midstream engineering projects.
• Own scope, schedule, budget, quality, and delivery commitments from kickoff through completion.
• Develop project execution plans, staffing strategies, and delivery schedules aligned to project requirements.
• Coordinate across mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, process, and pipeline engineering to deliver integrated packages.
• Lead constructability planning in operating facilities, including tie‑in, phasing, and work sequencing considerations.
• Manage execution risks, scope growth, and change requests.
• Oversee QA/QC implementation and technical consistency across deliverables and disciplines.
• Lead client working sessions, progress reviews, and technical discussions with a practical approach.
• Build long‑term client relationships through reliable delivery.

Team and Office Support

• Mentor project managers and engineers on client engagement.
• Support staffing, workload balancing, and team development activities in coordination with discipline leadership.
• Reinforce SPEC’s delivery culture across projects with a focus on safety, quality, and accountability.

Reporting & Organizational Fit

This position reports directly to SPEC’s Midstream Division Manager. You’ll be part of a high‑caliber, highly trusted team that values ownership, execution, and meaningful influence. Our leaders are committed to supporting your growth and ensuring your contributions are recognized.

Location & Work Schedule

Based in the Greater Houston area, this hybrid role supports local clients and teams with a flexible 9/80 work schedule. SPEC operates with its corporate headquarters in Southern California, with Houston serving as a key hub for midstream project execution and client engagement. Expect a mix of office and remote work, with some travel (20-30%) to project sites, client meetings, and SPEC’s offices.

What You Bring

• Proven ability to earn client trust through competence and performance.
• Experience leading and delivering technical projects in the oil and gas or midstream sector.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• A practical, results‑focused approach, with a strong personal drive to take ownership and deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Desire to perform high‑quality work as part of a trusted, high‑performing team.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering preferred, or equivalent relevant experience
• 10+ years of broad experience in engineering, project engineering, and/or project management, including over 7 years in midstream or technically related project work
• Experience leading technical workstreams, client coordination, and project delivery
• Prior consulting or engineering services firm experience preferred

Skills and Attributes

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Solid understanding of midstream facilities, systems, codes, and industry standards
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Practical, solutions‑oriented problem solver
• Comfortable working directly with clients and internal technical teams
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed

Preferred Certifications

• Project Management Professional PMP
• Professional Engineer PE

Work With Impact. Rewards That Support You.

At SPEC Services, you’ll work directly with experienced professionals and clients on complex midstream projects that support critical infrastructure. Our work is grounded in technical quality, practical problem solving, and long‑term client relationships built on reliable delivery.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; long‑term disability coverage; a 401(k) with profit sharing; and, for this position, performance‑based incentives.

SPEC Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to maintaining a workplace grounded in fairness, respect, and equal opportunity.

This is a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required.