Director of Pipeline Integrity
dcp Midstream

Denver, Colorado

Posted in Trade and Services


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Job Info


DCP Midstream is a Fortune 500 natural gas company dedicated to meeting the energy and consumer needs of our society. With a focus on technology and innovation, we safely and reliably operate a strong and diversified portfolio of logistics, marketing, gathering, and processing assets across nine states.

Benefits & Additional Compensation

DCP builds connections to enable better lives and is dedicated to supporting our employees with opportunities for internal mobility, continual growth, and ongoing training. We believe all employees contribute to the success of the company and should be able to share in that success, which is why all jobs are eligible for the short-term incentive program with any payouts being subject to individual and company performance. Depending on the position and level, some jobs are also eligible to participate in the long-term incentive programs with any payouts also being subject to performances. We offer a comprehensive benefit program that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life, a competitive 401(k) match, a retirement contribution, and several other unique benefits offerings. We make health and wellness a priority and offer a generous paid time off policy including parental leave, sick time, and vacationtime.

Job Summary

Provides leadership to the Pipeline Integrity Programs, Technical, and Execution teams and partners closely with multiple stakeholders including Operations and Engineering. Ensures safe and compliant operations of the company's pipeline systems, some located in high consequence areas that satisfy CFR 192 and 195. Leads the Integrity Management Plan to assess and mitigate risks within the company's pipeline systems.

What you will be responsible for

  • Leads the company's Integrity Management Plan (IMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) in areas such as risk assessment, data integration, anomaly evaluation, remediation programs, integrity program evaluation and identification of preventive and mitigative measures
  • Directs the utilization of engineering tools such as IRAS software, GIS database interactive maps, and pipeline integrity data sheets to identify potential risks and track program progress on specific lines
  • Directs and leads interaction with appropriate subject matter experts and other stakeholders such as third-party resources and vendors to analyze pressure cycling, perform materials testing, and communicate requirements for in-field evaluation
  • Conducts annual risk review meetings with stakeholders including Leadership, Engineering, and Operations and provides feedback to Integrity Services for risk modeling
  • Reviews risk model(s) for specific assets including coordination of data collection, understanding the risk algorithms, reviewing and confirming results, and utilizing the risk output
  • Provides technical guidance for pipeline assessments, evaluations, and repair methods to the Integrity Repair group consisting of engineers, specialists, project managers, operations, etc.
  • Leads management of company pipeline SOPs covering defect evaluations, pipe repairs, pressure reductions, Geo Hazards, and surveillance
  • Represents the company during inspections by Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and other regulatory bodies by acting as a subject matter expert on pipeline inspections, data, records, and program execution
  • Leads continuous improvement of the company's IMP including the written plan, procedures, best practices, and processes
  • Leads improvements and strategies to reduce safety risks
  • Collects and provides Pipeline Integrity related data for performance metrics, required annual reporting, and to help monitor key performance indicators for assigned assets
  • Anticipates business or regulatory challenges and recommends improvements
  • Provides subject matter expert support for the construction of new pipelines and modification or relocation of existing pipelines
  • Performs due diligence to support Pipeline Integrity efforts to update the IMP including the acquisition and divestment of operated assets
  • Fulfills people leader responsibilities including hiring, staffing and firing decisions, employee training and development, performance evaluation and issue remediation, and budget planning and control as well as creating a culture of respect where diversity and inclusiveness are valued
  • Performs other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a similar degree field and/or equivalent experience; Master's degree preferred
  • A minimum of 15 years related experience is required with 7 years of management experience; oil and gas industry experience preferred
  • Experience and expert knowledge of application and use of industry codes and standards to include CFR Parts 192 and 195, ASME B31.4 and B31.8, and additional relevant codes such as API RP 1176, ASME B31.8S, API 1163, API 1183, API 579, API 1104, and API 1160 required
  • Experience with execution and management of engineering projects with specific focus on integrity management, threat assessments, fitness-for-service, and remaining life assessments
  • Experience in pipeline operations, pipeline design, pipeline repair, and pipeline integrity issues such as corrosion control, pipeline assessment, fitness-for-service evaluation, risk management, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Engineering Critical Assessment (ECA), Pressure Cycle Fatigue Assessment (PCFA), failure assessment, DOT Code requirements and compliance
  • Experience and knowledge of various fracture mechanics and fatigue models for cracks, dents, and metal loss
  • Experience with validation and operation of various types of Inline Inspection (ILI) tools including statistical analysis; gas and NGL liquid service preferred
  • Experience and knowledge of various Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) methodologies and techniques for evaluation of anomalies and assessment of material properties to support traceable, verifiable, and complete (TVC) gap closures
  • Experience with inspections by PHMSA and other regulatory bodies
  • Proven ability to interact with and effectively manage input from multiple stakeholders to deliver business unit and enterprise goals
  • Proven leadership skills and ability to influence at a local level and across a broad organization
  • Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills, computer skills and ability to build relationships
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Special Demands
  • This job primarily operates inanoffice environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc. Noise level is typically low. Frequently in a stationary, sitting position for prolonged periods of time. Regularly moves about inside the office to complete tasks, attend meetings or to access the copy machine or file cabinets. Periodically pulls/pushes doors open to move around the office. Occasionally may lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.
  • Occasional travel may be required as this job operates both inside gas plant conditions as well as outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. Noise level may be loud at times. Regularly stoops, squats, kneels and crouches for durations up to 3 minutes. Periodically pulls/pushes doors open to move around the gas plant. Occasionally exerts pulling force of 130 pounds. Frequently may lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds. May occasionally climb A-frame ladders.
Salary Range

The salary range for this job is \$154,700-\$255,300

It has been and will continue to be the policy of DCP Midstream not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Primary Location: US-CO-Denver
Job: Engineering/Full-time
Job Posting: Jun 21, 2021, 12:00:00 AM
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Job Snapshot

Employee Type
Full-Time

Location
Denver, CO, CO

Job Type
Engineering

Date Posted
07/21/2021

Job ID
21000181

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