Senior Engineering Project Manager - Gas Transmission & Distribution

RUIZ is a leading natural gas transmission and distribution utility Engineering, inspection and survey firm supporting operators that run extensive pipeline networks, compressor stations, meter/regulator stations, gas processing facilities, and fuel gas systems across the east coast of the US

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Project Manager with deep domain expertise in high-pressure gas transmission and distribution infrastructure.

The Senior Engineering Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end leadership and successful delivery of complex, multi-million-dollar capital projects involving natural gas transmission pipelines, compressor stations, meter & regulator stations, gas processing/treating facilities, and distribution system upgrades. This is a high-visibility role reporting to the Managing Director.

Responsibilities :

- Lead full life-cycle project management (feasibility, conceptual design, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction oversight, commissioning oversight, and close-out) for greenfield and brownfield gas infrastructure projects valued $2M–$150M+.

- Develop and maintain project execution plans, schedules (Primavera P6 or MS Project), cost estimates (Class 1–5), risk registers, and resource plans.

- Manage multidisciplinary teams including process, mechanical, civil/structural, electrical, I&C, pipeline integrity, and environmental engineers as well as third-party EPC contractors.

- Ensure strict compliance with federal and state regulations including PHMSA 49 CFR Parts 192 & 195, FERC, CPUC/DPU (or applicable state PSC), EPA, and local permitting requirements.

- Oversee pipeline design and construction in accordance with ASME B31.8, B31.3, API standards, and company specifications (line pipe selection, wall thickness calculations, MAOP validation, hydrostatic testing, ILI/smart pigging programs).

- Direct compressor station projects (reciprocating and centrifugal units, gas cooling, filtration, dehydration, and fuel gas systems).

- Manage meter & regulator station upgrades, city gate stations, district regulators, odorization systems, and large commercial/industrial customer interconnections.

- Coordinate with client Gas Control, Operations, Integrity Management, Environmental, Land, Right-of-Way, and Public Affairs teams throughout project execution.

- Drive safety culture through HAZOP/LOPA, MOC processes, construction safety oversight, and adherence to company SMS (Safety Management System).

- Prepare and present project status, gate reviews, and funding requests to senior leadership

- Mentor junior project managers and engineers.

Required Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering (PE registration strongly preferred).

- Minimum 10–15 years of progressive project management experience specifically in natural gas transmission pipelines and facilities (compressor stations, meter stations, processing plants, distribution mains & services).

- Proven track record of delivering $50M+ gas transmission pipeline projects (8–60+ inch diameter, Class 1–4 locations) and compressor station expansions on time and on budget.

- Expert-level knowledge of PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (Part 192), Control Room Management, Integrity Management (IM), DIMP, MAOP reconfirmation, and recent Mega Rule requirements.

- Extensive experience managing EPC contracts (lump sum, unit rate, T&M), FIDIC/ConsensusDocs/AIA contract forms, and change management.

- Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, SAP or similar ERP systems, and cost forecasting tools.

- Demonstrated experience obtaining FERC 7(c) certificates, state siting approvals, environmental permits (USACE 404, NPDES, air permits, etc.), and municipal franchise agreements.

- Strong commercial acumen – negotiation with landowners, suppliers, and contractors.

Preferred Qualifications

- Master’s degree or MBA

- PMP or similar project management certification

- Prior employment with a major gas transmission company (e.g., Kinder Morgan, Enbridge, TC Energy, Williams, Southern Star) or large LDC (SoCalGas, PG&E, Con Edison, National Grid, CenterPoint, etc.)

- Direct experience with hydrogen blending projects, RNG interconnections, or decarbonization-related initiatives

If you have successfully delivered multiple large-diameter transmission pipeline spreads and major compressor station projects in the past 10 years, we want to speak with you.

RUIZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.