Job Title: Project Manager – Oil & Gas

Location: Houston
Reports to: Operations Manager

Company Overview:

Metalforms is committed to matching the needs of our customers with products and services which provide value and can help them conserve resources, improve environmental quality to increase production, reduce and avoid down time, and assist in the development of new products. This will be accomplished through design, fabrication, testing and maintenance of heat exchangers and related process equipment. At Metalforms, we provide our customers with a variety of services that have helped us to become one of the leading providers of heat transfer solutions along the Gulf Coast Region.

Metalforms was recently acquired by the TransTech Group, a leading provider of custom-engineered and fabricated solutions for liquids and gas processing, storage, transfer, and utilization across a broad range of industries including energy, petrochemical, specialty chemical, renewables, biofuels, and a variety of industrial process industries.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a technically proficient and results-driven Project Manager with extensive experience in the oil and gas sector to lead and execute complex capital projects from planning through commissioning. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, deep industry knowledge, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams across upstream, midstream, or downstream operations in a highly regulated and safety-critical environment.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Lead planning, execution, and delivery of oil and gas infrastructure projects, including drilling operations, production facilities, pipelines, and processing plants.
Define scope, objectives, and performance criteria, ensuring alignment with technical, environmental, safety, and commercial goals.
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk registers.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, HSE, construction, and commissioning.
Manage interfaces between clients, contractors, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure strict compliance with industry regulations (API, ASME, OSHA, EPA, etc.) and company standards.
Monitor project KPIs (cost, schedule, quality, safety), identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
Oversee contract management, procurement planning, and vendor evaluations.
Lead technical reviews (HAZOPs, HAZIDs, design reviews) and ensure readiness for stage-gates and audits.
Support development of FEED studies, detailed engineering packages, and commissioning strategies.

Competencies:

Proven experience managing large capital projects (CAPEX), brownfield modifications, or greenfield developments.
Strong knowledge of oil and gas standards, such as API, ISO, ASME, and NEC.
Skilled in project software such as MS Project, Primavera P6, and familiar with engineering design tools (AutoCAD, SmartPlant, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to lead HSE-critical projects and promote a culture of safety excellence.
Familiarity with drilling programs, wellsite construction, or offshore/subsea operations. (Preferred)
Knowledge of pipeline integrity, process safety, and environmental compliance. (Preferred)
Experience working in remote locations or under challenging field conditions. (Preferred)
Excellent stakeholder management and contract negotiation skills. (Preferred)
Strong analytical skills for cost control and project forecasting. (Preferred)

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Petroleum, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering.
5–10 years of project management experience in the oil and gas industry (upstream, midstream, or downstream).
PMP certification strongly preferred; knowledge of stage-gate project delivery models.

Working Conditions:

Field-based, office, and remote site environments; regular travel may be required.
Exposure to hazardous materials and operations; adherence to strict safety protocols is essential.
May require rotational work schedules or extended hours depending on project phase.

Benefits Designed to Work for You:

Free HSA health plan or traditional PPO
401(k) with generous company match (Safe Harbor)
Dental, vision, and optional coverage like accident & critical illness insurance
HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare costs
Company-paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance
Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through our Employee Assistance Program
Discounts on gyms, shopping & entertainment
Health benefits kick in fast – first of the month after 30 days

Time Off
We offer a variety of paid time off options to support rest, wellness, and personal needs:

Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave

Job Type: Full-time

This organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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