Project Manager, Development

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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 Manager in our Midland, Texas office. Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will work closely with Plains’ business units to establish project scope, develop preliminary designs, cost estimates, schedules, risk registers, and execution plans for viable projects. You will provide technical consultation to project teams and Operations to ensure project planning reflects operational requirements, industry practices, and regulatory expectations. You will also support business functions and strategies that optimize the value of Plains’ assets. Some limited travel may be required.

The successful candidate will be eligible for company benefits including medical / dental / prescription/vision, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other programs.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Business Development and Execution to establish scope and scope alternatives for projects in the initial phase that meet customer needs.
• Facilitate project planning sessions to solicit input from departments within Plains and incorporate that input into project scope and scope alternatives for estimates.
• Develop unclassified estimates, associated risks, and schedule to support new business opportunities. Incorporate lessons learned into estimate development. Support Business Development in achieving a go/no go decision with executives.
• Provide Class estimate development services to Expansion Projects Team. Solicit input from non‑technical teams and develop associated risk registers, schedules and basis of estimates. Review Class estimates and provide feedback.
• Utilize Project Definition Rating Index (PDRI) on estimates to measure completeness of project scope definition.
• Maintain project benchmarking database and assess cost and schedule trends. Translate into action items to ensure ongoing project competitiveness.
• Perform contingency modeling on Class estimates and support use of escalation tool.
• Maintain project portfolio prioritization model to support recommendations for projects that align with Plains’ strategic priorities.
• Ensure project designs and constructed assets comply with regulatory requirements, specifications, and operating practices.
• Scrutinize scope and design change requests to ensure validity, justification, and impact on EBITDA, reliability, and operations; obtain approvals for deviations.
• Provide project services such as Project Lookbacks, Contingency & Escalation Modeling, and Construction Quality Management System (CQMS) session facilitation.
• Develop and maintain Plains’ cost estimating practices and basis; establish industry benchmarks.

Qualifications:

• Engineering degree in an applicable discipline; professional engineering designation and eligible for registration in Texas.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in pipeline and oil or gas processing, including design, construction, and project management
• Familiarity with labor, safety, and environmental regulations; working knowledge of U.S. codes and standards for pipelines and hydrocarbon‑processing facilities.
• Knowledge of AACE and PMI best practices in estimating and project management.
• Knowledge of cost estimating systems, benchmarking tools, and risk modeling practices.
• Strong leadership, decision‑making, conflict resolution, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and project scheduling tools.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and coordinate diverse stakeholders and contractors.
• Cleared criminal history (background) check and satisfactory reference checks.
• Compliance with company Drug & Alcohol Policy including pre‑employment testing.
• Valid state driver’s license and driving record satisfactory to company and insurers.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.; position not eligible for employment‑based visa sponsorship.

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At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting WebCareers@Plains.com.

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