Manager-Well Delivery

Primary Purpose

JOB DESCRIPTION

Tallgrass seeks a drilling engineering manager to lead, design and execute drilling programs at Tallgrass, with a primary focus in support of CO2 sequestration projects and secondary focus in support of gas storage and other Tallgrass drilling activity.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Manage team of internal, external engineers and drilling operations personnel and vendors to achieve company drilling and well construction goals, specifically sequestration and gas storage.
• Collaborate closely with integrated multidisciplinary team of subsurface professionals to develop well cost models, drill afe's, drill program schedules and procedures.
• Lead routine lessons learned discussions and end of well reviews
• Generate and track key KPIs of the wells group and regularly report to larger team and management
• Track and analyze well cost and working with team to ensure accuracy of field estimates
• Work with Tallgrass Environmental Health and Safety to lead the development and implementation of safety plans and protocols for drilling, well construction and workover operations
• Lead the effort to draft Tallgrass drilling standards specifically for sequestration
• Maintain subject matter level expertise and familiarity with regulator CO2 sequestration well design requirements including EPA, CARB, WDEQ, LA DNR, ND DMR, etc.
• Serve as a mentor to less experienced engineers and multidisciplinary staff
• Regularly research and recommend improved methods, techniques and technology to improve program safety, effectiveness, efficiency.
• Ensure drilling program design and execution is in accordance with regulatory requirements and Tallgrass policies and procedures.
• Manage 24/7 operations to keep workers safe, protect the environment, minimize NPT and deliver projects on time and on budget.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related Engineering degree.
  
  

Experience/Specific Knowledge

• 5 plus years’ experience managing a team of drilling professionals Engineers and Rig Supervisors in the successful planning and execution of multi-rig drilling projects (US Onshore, Conventional, Sequestration and/or Gas Storage experience preferred)
• 10 plus years of drilling experience in multiple basins (1 year field based experience preferred)
• Advanced proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  
  

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

• IADC Well Control certified
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
  
  

Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple groups comprised of professionals with varying disciplines, backgrounds, and experience levels.
• Experience developing and managing budgets.
• The individual must be self-motivated and willing to learn new and changing technologies.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
  
  

Physical Demands

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Travel is required and is anticipated 25% of the time during project milestones.
• Required to carry a cell phone, and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility

• Manage drilling engineer(s) professionals
  
  

Other Responsibilities

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position will be $187,200 - $250,895/yr.
  
  

About Us

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
  
  

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.