Project Manager
Weatherford · Houston, TX · Yesterday
Project ManagementFull-time
About the role
We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex, engineered-to-order projects in the deepwater oil and gas industry. As a key member of our PMO, you'll drive end-to-end project execution across cross-functional teams, ensuring delivery excellence through best-in-class program management practices. This role offers the opportunity to manage high-value portfolios while mentoring team members and serving as a strategic client advocate from tender through commissioning.
Responsibilities
- Project Leadership: Manage complete project lifecycle including Tender, Concept, Design, Implementation, Manufacturing, Testing, Shipping & Delivery, Installation, and Commissioning for large-scale deepwater projects
- Portfolio Management: Monitor and control portfolio implementation to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining scope integrity and compliance with industry standards
- Stakeholder Management: Serve as primary project representative with clients, contractors, and vendors; present project status to senior leadership and key stakeholders
- Financial Oversight: Track project financial performance, maintain cost control and analysis, and support decision-making to optimize budget utilization
- Risk Mitigation: Implement strategic techniques to identify and mitigate potential project risks while promoting maximum productivity
- Quality Assurance: Ensure QMS compliance in accordance with API requirements and independent third-party witness protocols
- Team Development: Mentor PMO team members on project management knowledge areas and best practices
- Process Improvement: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and implement continual improvement goals for effective delivery
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years of Project Management experience in engineered-to-order projects within the deepwater oil and gas industry
- 10+ years of experience working in PMOs and with project staff
- Project management experience in the manufacturing industry
- High level of expertise in Primavera P6, Microsoft Office products, and MS Project
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and ERP systems
- Excellent knowledge of subsea equipment engineering, installation, and operating procedures
- Knowledge of energy industry standards including API, ABS, DNV, ISO, and NORSOK
- Deep aptitude in financial and cost areas related to project cost controls
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-energy environment with minimal supervision
Qualifications
- 15+ years of Project Management experience in engineered-to-order projects in the deepwater oil and gas industry
- 15+ years of experience working in PMOs and project staff
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or AACE certification