The posting
Colonial has provided a wide range of opportunities for job candidates who are highly qualified, skilled, motivated and team players. Employees find exciting opportunities to grow and develop their careers at a stable company which offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes annual incentive bonuses, retirement plans, insurance coverage and a host of other features that support a happy, active, productive and rewarding life. Come to Colonial, a great place to work, where people matter most, and where safety 24/7 is paramount.
Ready to work for Colonial Pipeline Company?
Are you intrigued by the thought of being part of revolutionizing the energy industry and a new era in the pipeline industry? Do you want to be a part of a company that is obsessed with excellence in everything we do? A company growing and expanding our business that is full of opportunity? If so, we are seeking smart, safety focused, and energetic professionals to join our team to help us to the next level of excellence!
What is it that we do at Colonial Pipeline Company?
Colonial Pipeline is the largest refined products pipeline in the United States, transporting more than 100 million gallons or 2.5 million barrels per day. Colonial transports various grades of gasoline, diesel fuel, home heating oil, jet fuel, and fuels for the U.S. military through a pipeline system. Colonial transports approximately 45 percent of all fuel consumed on the East Coast, providing refined products to more than 50 million Americans.
About the Project Manager – Central Projects (or Senior) Position
Are you an experienced project leader ready to drive high‑impact initiatives that shape the future of critical infrastructure? Colonial Pipeline is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex, multidisciplinary capital projects that span our organization and directly influence our success. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, excel at cross‑functional leadership, and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to meet you.
At Colonial, we move energy that powers millions of homes, businesses, and communities. As a Project Manager (or Senior), you’ll guide major programs from concept to completion—safely, strategically, and with precision. You’ll collaborate across engineering, operations, technology, supply chain, and executive leadership, all while helping strengthen and continuously improve our project management discipline.
You’ll engage with a wide range of internal partners—including Engineering, Operations, HSE, Technology, Procurement, Asset Integrity, the Control Center, Shared Services, Legal, Treasury, Scheduling, and even the Board of Directors.
Externally, you will collaborate with engineering firms, construction contractors, environmental consultants, government agencies, industry peers, and more. This is a high‑visibility role where your expertise and leadership directly influence performance, safety, and innovation.
Ready to Lead Projects That Move an Industry? Apply now and help us advance safety, performance, and innovation across one of the most critical energy systems in the nation.
What You Get to Do:
Own and Lead the Entire Project Lifecycle
- Champion and guide multiple complex projects/programs from initiation through closeout.
- Develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, quality criteria, and performance metrics.
- Establish governance structures, project charters, execution plans, and acceptance criteria.
- Lead and mentor the cross‑functional core team, ensuring clarity of responsibilities and alignment on goals.
Drive Performance and Clear Communication
- Deliver accurate and timely reporting on cost, schedule, safety, risks, and milestones.
- Manage project changes, decision records, approvals, and documentation.
- Resolve issues with contractors and stakeholders that may affect delivery.
Champion Improvement and Best Practices
- Advise the Director of Central Projects on enhancements to tools, processes, and methodologies.
- Lead special initiatives to advance project management maturity.
Ensure Compliance and Operational Excellence
- Partner with internal teams for Pre‑Startup Safety Review and Management of Change.
- Execute lessons learned capture and ensure proper closeout with business partners such as Accounting.
- Represent Colonial professionally with external stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, regulators, and customers.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other related fields of study from an accredited college or university; will consider a combination of education and experience.
- Ideally, 3+ years of project management experience in oil/gas or related industry OR 5+ years senior project management experience in any industry.
- Ability to travel up to 30%.
- Solid foundation in PMBOK knowledge areas.
- Awareness of relevant industry codes and standards.
- Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.
- Leadership strengths in influencing, negotiation, planning, and strategic thinking.
- Excellent communication—verbal, written, and listening.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships and drive results.
- Commitment to consistently adhere to policies and procedures and be a positive example for others by demonstrating the Company’s core values of Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Safety, and Excellence in completing work assignments.
- Self-motivated, have phenomenal work ethic and looking for the right company to support your growth.
Got Extra to Bring?
- 10+ years oil/gas industry experience or 5+ years oil/gas project management.
- Experience managing projects > $10M.
- Experience presenting to executive or board‑level audiences.
- Preferred: PMP Certification.
Advantages of Working at Colonial Pipeline Company:
Getting to work for a company that helps to meet our country’s energy needs and keeps us moving!
Team members who care about each other while accomplishing remarkable things.
Highly competitive benefits – Check out Colonial’s Total Rewards
Are you up to the challenge? What are you waiting for? Apply today!
Colonial Pipeline is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other reason prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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Colonial Pipeline accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Colonial Pipeline employees, hiring managers, or send to any Colonial Pipeline facility. Colonial Pipeline is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.
