Senior Project Manager - Natural Gas Pipelines (FERC Permitting)

The Mom Project is proud to partner with a well-known utility company that puts people at the center of everything they do.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the execution of a large-scale natural gas pipeline infrastructure project. This individual will oversee project planning, stakeholder coordination, permitting activities, and execution from initiation through completion while ensuring projects remain on schedule, within budget, and compliant with all regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing linear infrastructure projects, preferably natural gas pipelines, and possesses a strong understanding of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) permitting process.

Location: Preferred: Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, or Virginia (Remote with Travel). Travel: Biweekly to monthly travel to the project site in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Northern Delaware. Duration: 18–24 Month Contract (Potential for Full-Time Conversion).

Why Join This Company

• Leadership role within a stable, growing regulated utility.
• Direct involvement in major capital investment and regulatory initiatives.
• Opportunity to shape the future-state finance organization through ERP and process modernization.
• Collaborative culture with strong executive visibility and impact.
• At the heart of this organization is a commitment to delivering energy that drives progress. They prioritize people, safety, and trust—building strong relationships while powering a better future.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of a major natural gas pipeline project.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and overall project performance.
• Coordinate with internal teams, engineering firms, contractors, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee and support all aspects of FERC permitting, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely approvals.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to resolve project challenges and maintain project milestones.
• Provide regular project status updates to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while implementing effective contingency plans.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Travel to the project site in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Northern Delaware on a biweekly or monthly basis, as needed.

Requirements

• 8+ years of project management experience leading large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing natural gas pipeline projects or other linear infrastructure projects (transmission lines, utilities, rail, highways, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with the FERC permitting process.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel regularly to the project site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience specifically managing natural gas pipeline construction projects.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
• Background in the energy, utilities, or infrastructure industry.
• Located in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, or Virginia. Candidates located elsewhere within the Eastern or Central time zones will also be considered if they are able to travel to the project site as needed.

Pay

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements).

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k