Project Specialist/Sr. Project Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of complex projects requiring sound judgment, technical knowledge, and initiative.
• Gather project information, evaluate scope options, prepare cost estimates, and provide recommendations.
• Develop and manage budgets, specifications, material orders, drawings, schedules, and forecasts.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary teams to execute integrity and maintenance projects successfully.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Create comprehensive job plans through effective stakeholder coordination.
• Work closely with Pipeline Safety and Integrity Management to ensure assessments use the appropriate methods, cover required extents, and meet regulatory deadlines.
• Develop a strong understanding of the different assessment methods and what conditions trigger each to optimize project scopes and execution strategies.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Provide on‑site construction leadership and coordinate with Gas Control, Commercial, Operations, and other departments to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient project execution.
• Develop inspection staffing plans; select, hire, and supervise inspection resources during construction.
• Serve as Boardwalk’s authorized on‑site representative, managing contractor interactions and ensuring proper documentation and resolution of issues.
• Enforce OSHA and company safety requirements and maintain compliance throughout construction.
• Ensure environmental requirements are met during all phases of work.
• Manage procurement of materials and equipment required for project execution.
• Participate in meetings with property owners, agencies, and other stakeholders on operational, regulatory, technical, and project‑related topics.
• Oversee and coach inspection teams, set expectations, coordinate daily tasks, and verify quality control and documentation completion.
• REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
• Effective communication, organizational, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to manage construction schedules and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret construction specifications, drawings, alignment sheets, valve maps, line lists, and O&M manuals.
• Strong decision‑making skills in abnormal situations and ability to manage contractors and third‑party personnel.
• Ability to maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to training and proficiency in safety‑sensitive tasks related to in‑service pipeline facilities.
• Willingness to travel up to 70%.
• PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:
• 10 years of experience in design, construction, and/or operation of natural gas or liquid pipeline facilities.
• Demonstrated project management experience on integrity and maintenance projects.
• Strong understanding of current technologies, industry standards, materials, and regulations.
• Working knowledge of DOT 192, FERC, OSHA, and API 1104 requirements.
• Welding background.
• Two‑year technical degree or equivalent education.
• REQUIRED EDUCATION:
• High School Diploma
• PREFERRED EDUCATION:
• 2 year technical degree or equivalent
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
• Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.
• Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.