Williams Companies
Project Director - PEX Power Innovation
Williams Companies, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States, 74145
Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.
Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours!
As Project Director, you’ll lead the execution of complex energy infrastructure projects that span natural gas, liquids, and power systems. You’ll guide multidisciplinary teams through the design and delivery of facilities such as processing plants, compressor stations, pipelines, meter stations, and power generation units. With a focus on technical excellence, strategic planning, and cross‑functional collaboration, you’ll drive innovation and ensure alignment with business goals. This role offers the opportunity to shape critical infrastructure while growing alongside a team grounded in strong core values.
Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.
Responsibilities/Expectations:
Leads cross‑functional project teams including engineers, project managers, and technical specialists to deliver high‑impact outcomes with precision and accountability
Drives the development and oversight of multi‑year departmental budgets ensuring accurate forecasting, financial transparency, and rigorous cost and schedule controls
Oversees the creation, review, and approval of detailed technical project documentation ensuring alignment with business goals and engineering standards
Evaluates complex technical alternatives, identifies project risks, and conducts in‑depth analyses to support sound decision‑making and innovation
Communicates project milestones, risks, and strategic updates to senior leadership with clarity and influence
Implements scalable work processes, tools, and procedures that enhance project execution and team efficiency
Fosters strong partnerships with contractors, producers, and customers to ensure alignment, collaboration, and successful project delivery
Other duties as assigned
Education / Years of Experience:
Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of seven (7) years in engineering, project controls, commercial development operations and/or project management within an oil and gas industry
Preferred: Master’s degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of five (5) years in engineering, project controls, commercial development operations and/or project management within an oil and gas industry
Other Requirements:
Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills
Preferred: PE license and/or PMP certification
Demonstrates proficiency in project scheduling and resource planning using tools like Microsoft Project, Primavera, and Oracle Applications
Applies advanced analytical skills to forecast project volumes, assess performance metrics, and support data‑driven decision‑making
Possesses a strong grasp of DOT design standards and integrates industry best practices into engineering workflows
Leads complex engineering programs and provides strategic oversight to multidisciplinary teams, including project managers and technical professionals
May be required to travel up to 25%
Corporate headquarters is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Why Choose Williams? We are committed to providing our employees with competitive compensation and benefits as part of your Total Rewards package to help protect your current and future physical, emotional, and financial health. We generally offer health benefit programs to our employees and their families that are competitive and flexible enough to meet your needs, and retirement benefits to allow you to invest now for financial security when you retire.
Competitive compensation
Annual incentive program
Hybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based roles
Flexible work schedule for most field-based roles
401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Generous company‑paid life insurance and disability benefits
A consumer‑driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off, including floating and company holidays
Wellness Program with annual rewards
Employee stock purchase plan
Robust employee learning and development
High internal mobility (we promote from within)
Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent)
Fertility coverage and adoption benefits
Domestic partner benefits
Educational reimbursement
Non‑profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer
Employee resource groups
Employee assistance programs
Technology to make our work more productive and collaborative
Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes
Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document.
For more information, please visit https://www.williams.com/careers/total-rewards/.
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Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours!
As Project Director, you’ll lead the execution of complex energy infrastructure projects that span natural gas, liquids, and power systems. You’ll guide multidisciplinary teams through the design and delivery of facilities such as processing plants, compressor stations, pipelines, meter stations, and power generation units. With a focus on technical excellence, strategic planning, and cross‑functional collaboration, you’ll drive innovation and ensure alignment with business goals. This role offers the opportunity to shape critical infrastructure while growing alongside a team grounded in strong core values.
Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.
Responsibilities/Expectations:
Leads cross‑functional project teams including engineers, project managers, and technical specialists to deliver high‑impact outcomes with precision and accountability
Drives the development and oversight of multi‑year departmental budgets ensuring accurate forecasting, financial transparency, and rigorous cost and schedule controls
Oversees the creation, review, and approval of detailed technical project documentation ensuring alignment with business goals and engineering standards
Evaluates complex technical alternatives, identifies project risks, and conducts in‑depth analyses to support sound decision‑making and innovation
Communicates project milestones, risks, and strategic updates to senior leadership with clarity and influence
Implements scalable work processes, tools, and procedures that enhance project execution and team efficiency
Fosters strong partnerships with contractors, producers, and customers to ensure alignment, collaboration, and successful project delivery
Other duties as assigned
Education / Years of Experience:
Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of seven (7) years in engineering, project controls, commercial development operations and/or project management within an oil and gas industry
Preferred: Master’s degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of five (5) years in engineering, project controls, commercial development operations and/or project management within an oil and gas industry
Other Requirements:
Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills
Preferred: PE license and/or PMP certification
Demonstrates proficiency in project scheduling and resource planning using tools like Microsoft Project, Primavera, and Oracle Applications
Applies advanced analytical skills to forecast project volumes, assess performance metrics, and support data‑driven decision‑making
Possesses a strong grasp of DOT design standards and integrates industry best practices into engineering workflows
Leads complex engineering programs and provides strategic oversight to multidisciplinary teams, including project managers and technical professionals
May be required to travel up to 25%
Corporate headquarters is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Why Choose Williams? We are committed to providing our employees with competitive compensation and benefits as part of your Total Rewards package to help protect your current and future physical, emotional, and financial health. We generally offer health benefit programs to our employees and their families that are competitive and flexible enough to meet your needs, and retirement benefits to allow you to invest now for financial security when you retire.
Competitive compensation
Annual incentive program
Hybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based roles
Flexible work schedule for most field-based roles
401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Generous company‑paid life insurance and disability benefits
A consumer‑driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off, including floating and company holidays
Wellness Program with annual rewards
Employee stock purchase plan
Robust employee learning and development
High internal mobility (we promote from within)
Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent)
Fertility coverage and adoption benefits
Domestic partner benefits
Educational reimbursement
Non‑profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer
Employee resource groups
Employee assistance programs
Technology to make our work more productive and collaborative
Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes
Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document.
For more information, please visit https://www.williams.com/careers/total-rewards/.
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