Project Engineer - Capital Expansion

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Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

Plains has an immediate opening for a Project Engineer in our Midland, Texas, office. Reporting to the Supervisor, Engineering, you will be challenged with project engineering, management and construction completion ensuring successful execution of Plains capital expansion program. Our ideal candidate is technically exceptional while being a collaborative team player.

The successful candidate will be eligible for company benefits including medical/dental/prescription/vision, 401(k) plan, vacation, paid time off, and other programs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead small-scale projects and/or sub-teams on larger projects.
• Lead all aspects of the project management process, including scope development, cost and schedule, contracting strategy, contractor bid and award, procurement, construction, documentation and close-out.
• Implement detailed work plans and manage time and resources to meet project deadlines.
• Define project risks and seek guidance (when necessary) to meet delivery goals.
• Review the work of others against quality standards and recommend changes as needed.
• Collaborate with operating locations in planning project execution and engage stakeholders.
• Oversee field implementation for assigned projects, as appropriate.
• Respond to routine / standard requests from internal and external clients/partners.
• Manage contractor performance, adherence to Plains engineering specifications, and minimization of change orders.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts; drive project performance.
• Collaborate and assist with project reviews to ensure that project execution plans are grounded in sound engineering principles.
• Ensure that concepts, costs, and schedules are well-developed and that projects achieve their stated objectives.
• Prepare, administrate, and monitor project budgets and schedules.
• Initiate, review, and negotiate project change orders.
• Use existing procedures to solve routine problems; ask questions and review data to determine the root cause.
• Develop and issue project reports as needed for both internal and external distribution.
• Ensure the maintenance of detailed records of project activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (preferred) or Construction Management / Construction Science and Management
• Experience with a pipeline company considered an asset
• Ability to manage multiple projects and perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines
• Aptitude for analyzing and solving complex problems
• Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, SharePoint and Outlook); Microsoft Visio considered an asset
• Cleared criminal history (background) check and satisfactory reference checks
• Compliance with the companys Drug & Alcohol Policy including pre-employment testing
• Valid state driver's license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers #Plains

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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