NiSource Gas Transmission Storage (NGTS) companies own and operate about 15,000 miles of strategically-located interstate natural gas pipelines, integrated with one of the largest underground storage systems in North America. Visit us at http://www.ngts.com to learn more about our companies.

Management is filling the Team Leader, Engineering (Pipeline Projects) position at either the Houston, TX or Charleston, WV office locations.

PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE: The Team Leader, Pipeline Project Engineering will report to the Manager , Pipeline Engineering. The Team Leader will provide direction and oversight for a pipeline project engineering team to successfully coordinate the survey, engineering, and design needs of key infrastructure modernization initiatives, market expansion projects, as well as sustaining maintenance projects, with a potential development opportunity of over $4 billion in projects over the next 10 years.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Lead and provide strategic direction for a team of Company and third party engineers in the development of gas transmission expansion, modernization, and maintenance project engineering and design deliverables.

Coordinate a team of Engineers to deliver project work scopes consistent with strategic initiatives across functional and regional boundaries by coordinating with Engineering Technical Services, Operations, Land, Environmental Permitting, and Project Delivery.

Develop and implement consistent project cost estimating guidelines for the pipeline portfolio of projects.

Organize, strengthen, and develop a process for routine review and revision of the NGTS Pipeline Engineering Standards Specifications.

Oversee and manage third-party engineering in the preparation of work scopes, cost estimates, design packages, and material requisitions, within budget, meeting NGTS Standards and applicable codes.

Define, develop and provide guidance for NGTS project engineering management methodology; to ensure that projects are well-defined and resources are appropriately managed to achieve business value, coordinating and considering all facets of project engineering support.

Manage program level capital budgeting and forecasting for Company and third party Engineering labor and expenses.

Possess an entrepreneurial spirit that fosters creative and innovative thinking that leads to customer satisfaction.

Maintain Safety as the foundation for all activities. Exhibits commitment to the health and safety of our employees and our communities by adhering to the highest standards of safety within and around our facilities and property.

Verifies and approves invoices in accordance with company policy and Manual of Approvals.

Mentors engineers through leadership, motivation, counseling and training; perform project audits/peer reviews and provide feedback to enhance learning and ensure compliance to standards and processes.

Establishes department goals, objectives, and strategies; optimizes work practices and processes; and provides developmental opportunities.

Evaluates employee performance and provides constructive feedback.

NiSource companies are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employers and do not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. NiSource companies require all employees to adhere strictly to this policy.

NiSource Gas Transmission Storage is committed to regulatory compliance. Employees are responsible for understanding and following all laws and regulations applicable to their job responsibilities.

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.