Commissioning Preservation Program Manager - Oil, Gas, & Chemical (OGC)

Kiewit • Houston, TX

49d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Preservation Program Manager is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and overseeing preservation and maintenance programs that protect and extend the life of facilities, infrastructure, equipment, historical assets, or operational systems. This position ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, manages budgets and resources, develops long-term preservation strategies, and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to maintain asset integrity, reliability, and value.

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full-service engineering firm serving oil, gas and chemical markets. Our combined staff of engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the LNG, midstream, refining, and petrochemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Our rapidly growing oil, gas and chemical team, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPCC delivery model for dynamic process facilities.

This position will be based at our Energy Corridor office with extensive travel responsibilities for projects. One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Historic Preservation, Asset Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in preservation, maintenance, facilities management, infrastructure management, or related disciplines.
• Experience managing projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of asset management principles and lifecycle planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or asset management software.
• Knowledge of regulatory and safety requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP).
• Asset Management or Facilities Management certifications.
• Experience in industrial, utility, transportation, government, or historical preservation environments.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Budget planning and financial analysis skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage preservation and asset management programs.
• Establish long-term preservation strategies and maintenance plans.
• Monitor program performance and recommend improvements.
• Ensure preservation activities align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program effectiveness.
• Conduct condition assessments of facilities, infrastructure, equipment, or assets.
• Prioritize preservation projects based on risk, condition, criticality, and budget constraints.
• Develop lifecycle management plans and replacement strategies.
• Maintain accurate asset inventories and preservation records.
• Plan and coordinate preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, and maintenance projects.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Monitor project progress and ensure completion within established timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal teams.
• Develop and manage annual and multi-year preservation budgets.
• Prepare cost estimates and funding requests.
• Track expenditures and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and organizational regulations.
• Develop and maintain preservation standards, procedures, and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, maintenance, construction, and management teams.
• Communicate program objectives, schedules, and progress to stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for preservation-related initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure safe work practices.
• Verify preservation activities comply with quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct field inspections and quality reviews.
• Investigate deficiencies and implement corrective actions.

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior