Overview

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, supplying approximately 45 percent of all fuel consumed on the East Coast to more than 50 million Americans.

About the Role

We are looking for a driven Field Project Manager with strong financial, technical, and safety skills to lead pipeline projects that support system integrity, regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and long-term business growth. In this role, you will assemble and lead cross-functional teams, manage financial and project controls, deliver all phases of project execution, and ensure that safety, compliance, and documentation standards are rigorously met.

This is a hands-on, in-office/field position and is not eligible for remote work or a flex schedule.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership and Execution

• •Lead cross-functional internal and external consulting/contractor teams to deliver maintenance and construction projects supporting system integrity and business objectives.
• •Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and execution plans.
• •Develop detailed project plans, design packages, specifications, and project documentation.
• •Track cost, schedule, and quality performance; escalate and resolve issues proactively.

Financial Management

• •Develop detailed cost estimates and cash-flow projections.
• •Forecast monthly expenditures with accuracy and accountability.
• •Monitor and control committed and actual costs to ensure alignment with forecast and budget.
• •Prepare detailed financial reporting and closing documentation.
• •Validate invoices for accuracy, proper coding, and timely processing.
• •Apply strong financial acumen to evaluate options, support decision-making, and optimize project value.

Safety and Compliance

• •Take personal ownership of safety for all project personnel.
• •Promote near-miss reporting and conduct in-field safety inspections.
• •Ensure all project work meets company and regulatory requirements, completing assigned work within compliance deadlines.

Documentation and Reporting

• •Ensure high-quality and timely project documentation, including tracking sheets, field records, and retention requirements.
• •Capture lessons learned and share insights across the organization.

Communication and Collaboration

• •Maintain clear and consistent communication with all project stakeholders.
• •Lead project kickoffs, status meetings, and contractor coordination sessions.
• •Partner with Procurement, Operations, Safety, Engineering, and other internal teams; manage relationships with contractors and external partners.

Emergency Response and Project Support

• •Maintain HAZWOPER and ICS certifications and lead training and real-world events in the Operations Section.
• •Support major project development, commissioning, and closeout as needed.

Requirements

• •Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business, accounting, or a technical discipline from an accredited college or university; a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• •Ideally 3+ years of Project or Construction Management experience, or 5+ years in Pipeline/Oil/Gas/Energy; preferably 3 years of Colonial Pipeline experience.
• •Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including between sites, long-distance driving, flights, and after-hours response as required.
• •Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze cost drivers, forecast expenditures, and manage project budgets.
• •Solid understanding of industry regulations, inspection standards, safety protocols, and pipeline operations.
• •Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• •Hands-on proficiency with computers and smart tablets.
• •PMP, API, AMPP/NACE, or related industry credentials are a plus.
• •Continuous MVR monitoring of driving record required due to driving for company business.

Benefits

• •Highly competitive compensation including annual incentive bonuses.
• •Retirement plans and comprehensive insurance coverage.
• •Opportunities for career growth and development at a stable, expanding company.