Project Manager Gas Distribution

Description:

- Monday - Friday, 6:30 to 2:30 pm with OT available

- Company Cell Phone Provided

- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

- 401k with company match

- Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability

- Life Insurance

- 9 Paid Holidays

- Accrued Vacation Time

- Sick Time

- $750 Referral Bonus Program

- $100 Annual Boot Voucher

- $100 Annual Rx Safety Eyewear Voucher

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Gas Distribution Assistant Project Manager to assist and coordinate aspects of gas distribution operations and back-office functions. This role is critical in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of gas distribution projects, while also managing administrative and logistical support functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Management:

- Coordinate and resolve callouts and crewing issues to ensure uninterrupted field operations.

- Monitor job progress and schedule changes, adjusting resources as needed.

- Manage materials inventory, including tracking quantities, types, and stock levels.

- Complete and review EV worksheets for accuracy and compliance.

- Participate operational meetings.

- Address and resolve operational issues and customer complaints.

- Ensure 100% compliance with safety protocols, including PPE usage, training, and audits.

- Oversee the preparation of as-built drawings for mainline work.

- Monitoring operational finances - working closely with operations on projects.

Back-Office Administration:

- Conduct mark-in-white field visits (approx. 1.5 full days of driving weekly).

- Handle all claims processes, including internal damage reports and alleged violation reports within 3-day deadlines.

- Resolve fleet issues such as breakdowns, tows, and equipment changes.

- Address HR-related matters, including staffing, performance, and compliance.

- Coordinate IT issues, replacements, and equipment distribution.

- Maintain and organize all project-related paperwork, including job plans and job packets.

- Review and document daily units and revenue by crew in Excel.

- Ensure 100% accuracy in Codex entries (timesheets, leave requests, equipment logs).

- Utilize FSM for dispatching and assigning field tasks.

- Oversee invoicing and Comdata processes.

Work Environment:

- Role with a mix of office-based tasks and fieldwork.

- Must be able to work in varying weather conditions and travel to job sites as needed.

PPS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Vinci Energies, a worldwide leader in the design, construction, and maintenance of energy-efficient, networked infrastructure. Their backing provides the financial strength and expertise to enable PPS to provide our customers with the best solutions, technology, and equipment available.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as delegated to meet the ongoing needs of PPS.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

- 3+ years of experience in gas distribution or utility project management.

- Strong knowledge of safety regulations and operational standards in the gas industry.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, FSM, Codex, or other project management tools.

- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally for fieldwork.

Skills & Competencies:

- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

- Strong leadership and team coordination skills.

- Effective communication and problem-solving capabilities.

- Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety and quality.

- Ability to manage both field and administrative responsibilities efficiently.