Project Director

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day.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 accountabilityDrives the development and oversight of multi-year departmental budgets ensuring accurate forecasting, financial transparency, and rigorous cost and schedule controlsOversees the creation, review, and approval of detailed technical project documentation ensuring alignment with business goals and engineering standardsEvaluates complex technical alternatives, identifies project risks, and conducts in-depth analyses to support sound decision-making and innovationCommunicates project milestones, risks, and strategic updates to senior leadership with clarity and influenceImplements scalable work processes, tools, and procedures that enhance project execution and team efficiencyFosters strong partnerships with contractors, producers, and customers to ensure alignment, collaboration, and successful project deliveryOther duties as assignedEducation/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 a oil and gas industryPreferred: 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 a oil and gas industryOther Requirements:Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priorityProficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skillsPreferred: PE license and/or PMP certificationDemonstrates proficiency in project scheduling and resource planning using tools like Microsoft Project, Primavera, and Oracle ApplicationsApplies advanced analytical skills to forecast project volumes, assess performance metrics, and support data-driven decision-makingPossesses a strong grasp of DOT design standards and integrates industry best practices into engineering workflowsLeads complex engineering programs and provides strategic oversight to multidisciplinary teams, including project managers and technical professionalsMay be required to travel up to 25%#LI-AK1About Houston (Williams Tower Location):Our Houston office is located in the Williams Tower, just steps from the Houston Galleria on Post Oak Boulevard, an area with more than 700 retailers, fine dining and hotels within two square miles. We offer free onsite-parking! Houston is the fourth most populous city in the nation and greater Houston is the most ethnically diverse metropolitan area in the United States. Houston is a dynamic mix of imagination, talent and first-class attractions that makes it a world-class city! If you love being outside, Houston rates first in total park acreage among U.S. cities with more than one million residents and offers a 300-mile interconnected bikeway network spread over 500 square miles. Check out visithoustontexas to learn more!We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day-to-day, not just on paper. Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what’s next.Here’s a look at what that means:Strong pay plus an annual incentive programHybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positionsMedical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around401(k) with company match and an annual company contributionPaid time off, including company and floating holidaysPaid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption supportAdvanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarterClear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from withinTuition reimbursement and support for continuing educationHSA and FSA optionsCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverageEmployee stock purchase planDomestic partner benefitsEmployee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care aboutEligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.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, na