Project Manager - Energy

DUNAWAY ASSOCIATES • San Antonio, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Dunaway is hiring a Project Manager – Energy to independently lead natural gas infrastructure projects from concept through completion. The role oversees low- and intermediate-pressure distribution pipelines, high-pressure transmission pipelines, and natural gas station design while balancing technical quality, regulatory compliance, client expectations, schedules, budgets, and profitability. The Project Manager will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, maintain client relationships, mentor project managers and technical staff, and support the growth of Dunaway’s energy practice. The position may be remote or hybrid from one of Dunaway’s office locations, with a preference for candidates in Texas; work arrangements and schedules may vary based on role, team, and business needs.

Dunaway is a multidisciplinary professional services firm founded in 1956, with more than 370 professionals and eight offices across Texas. The company describes its culture through its Core Values, One Heart, and Profitable Growth, and emphasizes technical excellence, service, collaboration, career advancement, and shared success.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of relevant technical experience in 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.
• 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.
• Ability to lead multiple projects while maintaining quality, schedule, budget, and profitability.
• Strong leadership, organization, decision-making, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, client service, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, resolve technical or project-delivery challenges, mentor staff, and connect project execution to client and business goals.
• 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.
• Legally authorized to work for Dunaway in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas.
• Experience overseeing Project Manager I staff and/or technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage multiple natural gas projects from concept through completion, establishing scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, and delivery expectations.
• Lead planning and delivery of distribution pipelines, transmission pipelines, and natural gas station design projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and oversee technical production for accurate, efficient, and compliant delivery.
• Lead QA/QC reviews and confirm deliverables meet 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, lead coordination meetings, communicate project updates, resolve issues, and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, scopes of work, and fee estimates with limited oversight.
• Coordinate permitting, entitlement, and municipal review processes as needed.
• Plan project staffing, balance workloads, and collaborate across teams and offices to align resources with project needs.
• Mentor Project Managers and technical staff, supporting quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Support business development and marketing through client relationship management and pursuit activities.
• Partner with senior leadership on line-of-business initiatives, strategic goals, workflow improvements, quality standards, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee ownership mindset and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Career advancement and leadership development.
• Flexible work environment, including hybrid work, flexible schedules, and remote work options, depending on the role.
• 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.
• Collaborative culture built around the company’s Core Values and One Heart philosophy.

What This Job Offers

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