Pipeline Manager

Pipeline Manager – Project Management | Houston, TX | Full Time – ID# 7289 Are you ready to make an impact in the energy and infrastructure industry? Join PTAG, a leading Project Management Advisory & Services firm, recognized across North America for helping world-class clients deliver major capital projects successfully. We are seeking a Pipeline Manager to support our growing team in Houston, TX. In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving project excellence, collaborating with industry leaders, and ensuring high-quality outcomes across complex initiatives. About PTAG At PTAG, we help our clients plan, manage, and execute their most challenging projects with innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Our mission is to help our clients achieve successful delivery and efficient operation of their capital projects. Our vision is to support global leaders in the selection, planning, and execution of their major initiatives. Our Values Include Safety: The safety of our employees, suppliers, and clients is always the top priority.Collaboration: We build true partnerships with clients and service providers.Leadership: We elevate project performance through the application of best practices.Accountability: We take responsibility for every aspect of our engagements.Client Satisfaction: We strive for 100% satisfaction on every project.Integrity: We believe in open and transparent communication at all levels. Role & Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead, guide, and mentor a team of Project Managers, each accountable for a pipeline construction spread.Work as a hands-on manager: make timely decisions, work directly with contractors, and deliver project work alongside the team.Oversee construction execution of large-diameter pipeline spreads, including spread logistics, sequencing, and field coordination.Oversee crossings strategy and delivery, including HDD and other trenchless crossings.Lead contractor scoping, pricing review, and contracting activities; review and challenge contractor proposals, forecasts, and change requests.Monitor cost, schedule, and quality performance; identify risks and issues, drive mitigation, and escalate material variances as required.Ensure regulatory, permitting, and landowner/stakeholder compliance throughout construction, and champion a strong safety culture on the right-of-way.Support program governance, status reviews, and executive reporting; coordinate with project controls, engineering, permitting, and environmental teams.Support team growth as spreads are added, including onboarding, workload balancing, and consistent delivery practices. Qualifications / Requirements To Succeed In This Role, You Bring A degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).Extensive experience delivering large-diameter transmission pipelines, including projects of 100+ miles (gas or liquids).Demonstrated experience in construction execution, regulatory compliance, safety, crossings, spread logistics, contractor scoping, pricing, and contracting.Proven leadership of project managers or project teams, with a collaborative, hands-on approach and sound decision-making.Experience working directly with pipeline construction contractors and field teams.Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.PMP certification preferred.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.Willingness to work on-site in the Houston office five days per week and to travel to Casper, WY; Calgary, AB; Denver, CO; and contractor/field locations, with significant field time during construction. Compensation at PTAG varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Why Join PTAG? At PTAG, you’ll be part of a dynamic, growing consulting firm that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and capital projects.