Senior Natural Gas Project Manager

Non-Union Position

PMO Service Delivery 4; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)

Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.

Regular FT

Posting # 5248

About Us:

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.

In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.

The Role:

The Senior Project Manager will oversee and lead complex gas infrastructure projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with company goals, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management within the gas or energy sector.

This role works collaboratively with the Engineering organization, as well as the PMO, Gas Operations, Gas Supply and other organizations internal and external to NW Natural to enable successful delivery of assigned projects.

The Senior Project Manager will serve as a subject matter expert on PMO processes, tools, and deliverables to support other Engineering resources operating in a project management capacity. They will also actively participate in identifying, assessing, and implementing process improvements within the PMO. Day to Day:

Prepare and submit PMO required documentation throughout the project lifecycle process.

Lead all aspects of the project building process, coordinating actions of internal staff and external consulting engineers throughout the design and construction process.

Ensure compliance with all industry regulations, environmental laws, safety standards, and relevant code requirements.

Coordinate the building permit application process and required building department inspections.

Oversee transmittals, submittals, and request for information (RFI) processes and tracking, ensuring stakeholder involvement in the review of drawings and technical specifications. Assure compliance with and coordinate inspections as required by NWN Field Operations Manual (FOM)

Develop project schedules, including forecasts for material supplies and personnel, routinely reviewing and updating schedules.

Develop, manage, and update project actual and forecast costs, conducting analyses to identify and remediate variances as needed.

Identify, collect, and manage project risks, defining mitigation plans and resolving issues to ensure project success.

Assess, document, and communicate project schedule, scope and cost through Changes Requests in accordance with PMO change management practices.

Manage vendor and contractor schedules, deliverables, and costs according to their respective Statements of Work (SOW). Integrate vendor project information into the overall project plan.

Maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders, vendors, suppliers, and key industry partners.

Provide clear guidance to project team members regarding tasks, deadlines, and expectations, while addressing and resolving performance concerns.

Develop and implement project communications plans, including meetings, status reports, and monthly portfolio reviews.

Lead routine and special project team meetings and present project status reports to engineering management and stakeholders.

Drive process improvements and implement PMO PM best practices to enhance project efficiency.

Utilize NWN project management software to track project progress and document milestones.

Requires performing site visits to Mist. OR. Come on your first day with:

Demonstrated success applying project management concepts and techniques across multiple, simultaneous projects and large, mission-critical projects/programs.

7+ years of project management experience, preferably in the gas, utility, or energy sector.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related field.

PMP certification or equivalent preferred.

Demonstrated understanding of gas pipeline and storage systems, infrastructure projects, and regulatory requirements.

Demonstrated understanding of engineering and construction RFP’s, construction contracts, alternative contracting types such as EPC.

Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and project risks effectively.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Communication and presentation skills across all levels of the organization.

Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar tools.

Ability to learn and adapt to Company software systems necessary to support project management, project asset and financial management and reporting.

Demonstrated analytical skills, including problem-solving and critical thinking, with attention to detail.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project needs.

Experience with permitting processes and regulatory compliance, particularly in the gas industry.

Knowledge of gas compressor stations, gas storage facilities , and associated infrastructure.

Familiarity with environmental regulations and safety standards related to gas projects.

Additional requirements:

Requires to be local to Oregon or Washington.

Requires site visits to projects within NW Natural Service territory.

Previous experience with permitting process, Anything specific for gas industry knowledge, familiar with gas pipeline, compressor, and storage systems.

What we offer:

Health & Wellness –

Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution

Free access to an online wellness resources platform

Work Life Balance -

Up to 23 Vacation Days

80 Hours of Sick Time

10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays

Flexible work arrangements

3 weeks paid parental leave

Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups

1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room

Financial -

Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary

Competitive 401K company contribution and match

15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program

Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentive program

Discounts -

20% off natural gas service

Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center

TriMet Pass for all HQ employees

Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless

Base salary range: $107,500.00 - $153,200.00 per year, depending on qualifications

Annual Target Incentive: Senior Manager , 15.0% target

Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.

https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers

Deadline: 4/30/25

Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations.

All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.

NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.

NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.