Project Engineer

Responsibilities

• Assist with small-scale projects and/or sub-teams on larger projects.
• Assist in all aspects of the project management process, including scope development, cost and schedule, contracting strategy, contractor bid and award, procurement, construction, documentation and close-out.
• Adhere to Plains' engineering specifications and minimize change orders.
• Collaborate with operating locations in planning project execution and engage stakeholders.
• Assist in project reviews to ensure project execution plans are based upon sound engineering principles; ensure concepts, costs and time schedules are well developed, and projects will accomplish the stated objectives.
• Provide engineering services to operating locations regarding technical matters related to cost performance, economic evaluations, design of operating equipment, and layout.
• Prepare, administer, and monitor project budgets and schedules.
• Initiate, review, and negotiate project change orders.
• Oversee field implementation for assigned projects, as appropriate.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts, drive project performance.
• Develop and issue project reports as needed for both internal and external distribution.
• Ensure the maintenance of detailed records of project activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management required, Mechanical or Civil focus preferred.
• Pipeline and Terminal project, or operational experience are considered an asset.
• Experience with a pipeline company considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of the Engineering Design Process.
• Ability to multi-task and perform highly detailed work under changing intensive deadlines.
• Aptitude for analyzing and solving complex problems.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are a must.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook).
• Cleared criminal history (background) check and satisfactory reference checks.
• Compliance with the company's Drug & Alcohol Policy including pre-employment testing.
• Valid state driver's license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment
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Benefits

Additional Information

Job Type: Regular Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. We're on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments. Plains has an immediate opening for a Project Engineer in our Midland, Texas office. Reporting to the Reporting to the Manager, Operations Technical Support, you will focus on project engineering, management, and construction completion, ensuring the successful execution of Plains' capital investment and capital maintenance programs. Plains provides a top tier group benefit plan for employees and their eligible dependents, and new employees are eligible to participate on the first day of employment.

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