Project Manager - Natural Gas & Pipelines

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for all non-technical aspects of natural gas projects, including cost, schedule, communication, billing, and closeout. The PM is expected to have a solid understanding of the natural gas industry and works closely with the Technical Lead (TL) and/or Program Manager to ensure projects are completed within scope, on schedule, and on budget.

Magnolia River is an industry leader in engineering, inspection, GIS, software, and consulting solutions. With the backing of Warren Equity Partners, our reach extends across 40 states, powered by a dynamic team of just under 1,000 professionals. We specialize in transforming the utilities, oil and gas, water, and pipeline sectors by delivering innovative solutions that boost efficiency, enhance safety, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Compensation: $ to $ depending on your skills and years of experience

This position may be open to remote work depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Be willing and able to accept the responsibilities of this position, our culture, and a commitment to excellence by performing work accurately, efficiently, and on time.
• Assign project team members to roles that align with project scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Technical Leads, anticipating project demands and resolving issues that arise throughout the project lifecycle.

Primary Tasks

• Manage project scope, including the preparation and administration of change orders.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, plans, meetings, and work assignments.
• Communicate effectively with client project managers, subcontractors, and business development teams.
• Lead project calls and meetings, track action items, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Provide management reporting and maintain accurate project updates within project management software.
• Support cross-divisional coordination and the transition of projects to other operating divisions.
• Review timecards and oversee invoicing activities.
• Monitor project financial performance, including gross margin analysis and financial status reporting.
• Manage project closeout activities, including invoicing completion and financial reconciliation.
• Document lessons learned to support continuous improvement.

Additional Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with clients, project team members, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate leadership through example and the sharing of knowledge and skills.
• Assist with training, development, annual performance appraisals, and supervision of divisional employees as applicable.
• Maintain target billable utilization goals and participate in process improvement initiatives that support divisional and company objectives.
• Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Full understanding of project requirements, including client, industry, and regulatory considerations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Project Insight).
• Ability to prepare project plans, reports, documentation, and procedures to meet project or divisional needs.
• Ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret financial reports related to project profitability and spending.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and efficiently direct the work of others.
• Ability to respond professionally to inquiries or concerns from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

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