Senior Project Manager, Gas Pipeline

Cobb, Fendley & Associates•Albuquerque, NM

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Gas Pipeline Senior Project Manager for its Albuquerque, New Mexico office. The role leads engineering and project management for natural gas distribution and transmission projects, including pipeline design, utility relocations, HDD design, system and capacity improvements, meter and regulator stations, and facility upgrades. The position manages multidisciplinary teams across project phases, from feasibility studies and detailed design through construction support and project closeout, while providing advanced technical oversight and serving as a key decision maker and subject matter expert. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for project financial management, contract compliance and risk assessment, client and internal communication, marketing pursuits, client satisfaction, and people development. The role also oversees quality assurance and quality control, supports staffing and recruiting, and mentors and supervises project staff. The position is generally based in a professional office, with travel to client offices and outdoor sites for observations. It is eligible for a hybrid schedule after the department-established training period. This is a full-time position, generally 40 hours per week, with hours that may fluctuate according to department needs, including overtime. Standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST, generally with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related engineering discipline that meets state eligibility requirements for licensure.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration and designation.
20 or more years of AEC professional experience, such as engineering, surveying, or right-of-way work.
Expert-level knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal regulations, project management tools and software, and quality management.
Required skills in leadership, communication, time management, risk management, quality management, financial management, negotiation, and problem-solving.
Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate work, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks accurately.
Knowledge of contract review and modifications, including indemnification and duty to defend, standard of care, insurance requirements, warranties, and payment terms.
Technical expertise in natural gas pipeline integrity, capacity upgrades, pressure regulation, and applicable codes, including PHMSA, 49 CFR Parts 192 and 193, B31.8, and API 1104.
Proficiency in complex design calculations for steel and plastic pipe, station piping, regulator sizing including relief valves, and piping systems.
Ability to independently perform assignments and make decisions as a project manager and subject matter expert.
Ability to meet the described physical and environmental conditions, including office work, site visits, mobility across uneven surfaces, and regular use of required protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Manage project budgets and resources using weekly budget reports, project reports, accounts receivable reports, and staff utilization information; escalate additional staffing needs to the Regional Manager.
Prepare project scopes of work, levels of effort, and schedules; identify out-of-scope requests and prepare proposals for additional authorizations.
Collect client invoices, including invoices for other Project Managers’ clients under the role’s direction, and coordinate delayed-payment risk plans with the Regional Manager.
Ensure contracts and subcontracts are reviewed through the Contracts Department, properly filed, and compliant with jurisdictional requirements and company signature protocols.
Review and mark up contracts, negotiate contract modifications and payment terms with clients, and apply knowledge of relevant contract provisions.
Ensure company QA/QC processes are followed from proposals through final deliverables, and identify preclusions on pursuits and teaming opportunities.
Foster clear communication and collaboration across departments, disciplines, regions, corporate resources, clients, and staff; ensure project and company communications are documented.
Manage major and multiple marketing pursuits, including resumes, project approaches, teaming, RFQ and proposal review, QA/QC, and interviews.
Maintain responsive and professional client relationships, anticipate needs, offer solutions, resolve complex concerns, and follow up to confirm satisfaction.
Ensure adequate project staffing and recruiting; delegate work, train, mentor, supervise, and provide timely feedback to staff, including for annual evaluations.
Lead engineering and project management for natural gas distribution and transmission projects, including pipeline design, gas utility relocations, HDD design, system and capacity improvements, meter and regulator stations, and facility upgrades.
Apply expertise in pipeline integrity, system capacity upgrades, pressure regulation, and applicable industry codes and regulations.
Manage multidisciplinary project teams from feasibility studies and detailed design through construction support and project closeout.
Perform complex design calculations for steel and plastic pipe, station piping, regulator sizing including relief valves, and piping systems.
Provide advanced technical oversight as a key decision maker and subject matter expert, and address staff questions and concerns about project design and constructability.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package.
401(k) matching and profit-sharing contributions.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Health, vision, and dental insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employer-funded and voluntary life insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Continuing education programs.
Paid parental leave for FMLA-eligible employees: eight weeks for maternity cases and two weeks for paternity or adoption cases.
Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1.
New-hire onboarding and integration program.
Professional and personal development through in-house training and collaborative resources.
Community engagement through STEM education, hunger relief, and sustainable solutions.