Bachelor's Degree in Science/Engineering (petroleum, mechanical, or chemical preferred) with 10+ years of relevant project execution experience.
Familiarity with field development, including reservoir engineering and drilling/completions.
Experience in carbon sequestration or enhanced oil recovery is a plus.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is advantageous.
Knowledge of EPA regulations and CCS-specific regulatory frameworks is beneficial.
Strong analytical skills and business acumen with proven project management capabilities.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and develop CO2 storage projects.
Manage safe execution of projects within defined scope, schedule, and budget.
Provide engineering technical support across various disciplines.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and execute projects.
Support project economic modeling and regulatory approval processes.
Deliver presentations to management and partners.
Assist business development in identifying new opportunities.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Potential for annual bonus
401k plan
Health and dental coverage
Paid time off and holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
Full Job Description
Summary:
Start Date: Q1 2027
Job Location: Hybrid/Remote - North America/Flexible (Mid-west Region) Denver or Calgary preferred
Travel required: 4 - 8 + weeks per year depending on home location
Employee Type: Full Time Employee
Opportunity:
Vault is currently seeking a Project Manager with subsurface, and operations engineering experience to support and lead the evaluation and development of CCS projects within Vault's development portfolio. As a key member of the team, the Project Manager will interface with internal and external project participants and stakeholders to lead integrated project development including technical evaluation, budgeting, economic justification, regulatory approval, and execution of projects.
Description of role:
Evaluate and develop CO2 storage projects:
Manage safe execution of projects within defined scope, schedule, and budget
Demonstrate commitment to safety, including but not limited to project design and operations
Provide engineering technical support (reservoir, drilling, pipeline and/or facility)
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to evaluate and execute projects
Apply technical and project experience to evaluate project alternatives and effectively manage change
Support project economic modeling and sensitivity assessment
Manage project regulatory approval at County, State and Federal levels
Support team with landowner, community, and government relations
Deliver management and partner presentations
Support business development team in identification and capture of new opportunities
Must be legally authorized to work in the USA
Travel to project / partner sites will be required with variable frequency
This position can be remote or hybrid depending on candidate location
Annual salary range is $170,000 to $190,000 depending on ability and experience
Skills and qualifications:
Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Science / Engineering (petroleum, mechanical or chemical preferred) with minimum 10 years of relevant experience in project execution in the upstream oil and gas and/or carbon capture and storage industry
Familiarity with field development (reservoir engineering, geology, drilling/completions and/or fluid dynamics is an asset)
Experience with carbon sequestration or enhanced oil recovery is an asset
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset
Experience with EPA regulations, Class VI permitting process, or CCS-specific regulatory frameworks is an asset
Proven project management skills with previous experience successfully executing projects
Self directed with the ability to collaborate and organize activities from multidiscipline teams
High level of personal and professional integrity
Excellent time management and ability to multitask
Strong analytical skills and business acumen
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Office 365 package (skilled in Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience with MS Project, Power BI, ArcGIS considered an asset
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries, health and dental coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off to support your work-life balance.
Competitive salary
Potential for annual bonus
401k plan
Health and dental
Paid time off and paid holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
