Project Manager I, Project Management

Offers entry-level support to the full life cycle of natural gas construction projects. Responsible for requirements gathering, project scoping, applicable internal and external stakeholder coordination, design and construction scheduling, construction management, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of natural gas construction projects management from initiation through closure to ensure on-time delivery of service. This includes monitoring and communicating the project’s deadlines, scope, budget and costs.
• Assist in the development of scope, schedule and milestones for natural gas construction projects.
• Maintain and improve design and construction project management policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the development process which includes reviewing construction plans, running economic evaluations, drafting contract documents, and negotiating gas installation agreements with developers as applicable.
• Create communication plans for applicable internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to; developers, engineers, plumbers, site superintendents, city permitting, permitting consultants, internal engineering staff, operations, resource management, right of way, and legal.
• Monitor and track progress of natural gas construction projects. Responsible for status updates which includes providing updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Review and communicate scheduling data to ensure project consistency and optimization. Resolve problems and issues, as needed.
• Develop relationships with applicable internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide information and assistance to applicable internal and external stakeholders involved in the natural gas construction projects.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required in performance of job.
• Employee may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred in construction management, engineering technology, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and additional work experience. (Typically, one and a half to two years of relevant experience is equivalent to one year of formal education.)

Experience

• In addition to education, this role typically calls for up to two years of relevant professional experience.
• Knowledge of gas distribution system infrastructure design and materials, construction methods, and project durations.
• Knowledge to interpret engineering construction plans, mechanical drawings, equipment specifications and rate schedules.
• Demonstrated ability of scheduling principles and practices.
• Knowledge or training related to:
• Gas fired equipment design and operation
• Line extension program
• Job order preparation (as specified by position)
• Pressure request procedures.
• Experience in use and function of project management software and office equipment including computers and applicable software.
• Demonstrated ability researching and composing reports, studies, cost analyses, contracts, and correspondence.
• Experience interacting, advising, and communicating effectively.
• Application of math, algebra, and statistics.
• Demonstrated ability to read and write fluently in English.

Licenses and Certifications

• Required: Applicable driver's license for travel to meet with customers and attend various civic and community functions.
• Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP).

Additional Requirements

• Mobility to travel in and around office and outdoor environments and job sites.
• Able to communicate and/or exchange information; conduct oral presentations.

This job description is meant as a guideline for employees of ONE Gas, Inc. It is not a definitive or exhaustive description and consequently may not include all tasks or functions related to the position. This document does not create, and is not part of, an employment contract. Please note the position may change to meet the changing requirements of the business. Employees may be assigned duties either, in addition to or instead of, those set out in this document and the position is subject to further changes at management’s discretion.

ONE Gas provides natural gas distribution services to more than 2.3 million customers in Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. Headquartered in Tulsa, Okla., its divisions include Kansas Gas Service, the largest natural gas distributor in Kansas; Oklahoma Natural Gas, the largest in the state; and Texas Gas Service, the third largest in the state in terms of customers.

Its largest natural gas distribution markets by customer count are Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Okla.; Kansas City, Wichita and Topeka, Kan.; and Austin and El Paso, Texas. ONE Gas serves residential, commercial, industrial, transportation and wholesale customers in all three states.

Inclusion & Diversity is a core value at ONE Gas. We know that every employee makes a difference and contributes to our success through their unique talents and abilities. We also acknowledge that we can accomplish great things by listening and learning from each other.

ONE Gas has great benefits! Here are just a few:

• Medical/Dental/Vision packages that fit your family's needs.
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) plan that is 100% matched up to 6%.
• Profit Sharing contributions may also be made under the 401(k) Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Basic and Optional Employee Term Life Insurance.
• Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of One Gas. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

ONE Gas, Inc., and its divisions will provide equal employment opportunity for qualified persons without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military status or genetic information or any other federal, state or local protected class.