Project Manager - Pipeline

Dunigan Bros. Inc.•Jackson, MI

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in natural gas pipeline construction. The role manages pipeline construction projects from initial planning and mobilization through completion and closeout, balancing field operations with project financial management. The Project Manager works closely with the General Superintendent, field supervision, safety, quality, and office personnel, and maintains communication with customers, inspectors, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors. This is a leadership position for someone who takes ownership of projects and is committed to safety, quality, production, accountability, and profitability. The successful candidate will be comfortable working directly with field leadership, understand how pipeline work is constructed, control project costs and schedules, and build strong customer relationships.

Requirements

Previous natural gas pipeline construction experience is required.
Demonstrated experience managing natural gas pipeline construction projects.
Strong understanding of pipeline construction methods, sequencing, equipment, manpower, and field operations.
Knowledge of pipeline safety, quality, environmental, and customer requirements.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, alignment sheets, and project documents.
Strong budgeting, cost-control, scheduling, and project-management skills.
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively with field supervision and make timely decisions in a fast-paced construction environment.
Proficiency with computers and standard project-management and Microsoft Office applications.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project locations as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with natural gas transmission pipelines, pipeline facilities, city gate/station work, distribution systems, hydrostatic testing, tie-ins, and related pipeline construction activities is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage natural gas pipeline construction projects from award through final completion and closeout.
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and production goals.
Monitor project costs, labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and overall job profitability.
Work closely with the General Superintendent, field supervision, safety, quality, and office personnel.
Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project resources.
Maintain communication with customers, inspectors, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors.
Review project plans, specifications, contracts, scopes of work, and customer requirements.
Identify project scope changes and prepare, document, track, and negotiate change orders as required.
Review daily reports, production reports, timekeeping, quantities, and project documentation.
Conduct project planning and progress meetings with field leadership.
Assist with project estimating, constructability reviews, scheduling, and preconstruction planning.
Monitor project performance and take corrective action when costs, production, schedule, or quality are not meeting expectations.
Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with customer requirements.
Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure timely project closeout.
Build and maintain positive customer relationships and support future business opportunities.