Manager - Construction

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.


We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.


Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization, as we fuel the world and each other!

Job Description

Essential Functions:
• Manages, coordinates, and monitors aspects of construction of capital maintenance projects. This includes pipeline, compressor/pump stations, dehydration facilities, and measurement facilities.
• Plans and coordinates construction activity, material delivery, and work involving construction crews and inspectors.
• Identify, train, and manage qualified inspectors for construction projects.
• Enforces strict adherence to all ETP Engineering Standards and SOPs.
• Conducts kick-off and post-construction meetings with contractors for evaluation of performance and tracking of success.
• Communicates and coordinates effectively with contractors and clients to develop, promote, and maintain positive relationships.
• Works closely with the Project Engineering team to effectively manage changes to scope and/or design of projects during construction. Provides timely feedback to contractors during change process to ensure efficient production.
• Works closely with the Project Engineering team in development of project scope, bid exhibits prior to bid meetings, and coordinate construction activities.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on safety, cost control, project milestones, and in-service dates.
• Maintains relationships with Operations personnel in order to evaluate installed facilities and incorporate improvements into future facilities.
• Ensure project objectives are met during the construction phase including safety, environmental, security, quality, schedule, cost controls and community relations.

Required Skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of internal and external personnel.
• Detail-oriented, with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong computer skills, with emphasis on MS Office, and a high level of comfort with changing technologies.
• Strong organizational skills and multi-tasking skills.
• Work in a fast paced environment and display a sense of urgency and strong customer service.
• Identify work priorities and lead team by example.
• Displays good judgment, maintains confidentiality, as needed, and makes sound decisions.
• Must have strong analytical skills and be able to apply sound judgement to abnormal situations.

Requirements
• High school diploma required.
• 8+ years industry experience. Natural gas construction experience is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Travel approximately 50% of the time, including overnight and extended travel.
• Must possess construction knowledge of natural gas properties and pipeline operations.
• Must maintain a high regard for personal safety as well as that of other employees and contractors on site, in addition to the protection of company assets and the general public.
• Must be able to evaluate project bids and help project managers make selections.
• Must be able to review plans and details for safety, code compliance, proper company standards, and constructability.
• Must be willing to work outside of normal business hours and to respond to emergency situations at any time of day.

Working Conditions :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Must be able to travel 20% of the time with an occasional overnight stay.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Must reside within 45 minutes of the reporting work location.