Director of Oil & Gas Construction

Director of Oil & Gas Construction Prosimo.io Lafayette, LA, USA USD 200k-260k / year Posted on May 10, 2026 Apply now About the Company This is a newly created executive leadership role with a high growth, $250M+ infrastructure contractor with 50+ years of hands-on operating experience across pipeline, midstream, and power generation projects. This role reports directly to the company owner and the GM who have worked together and fostered a great company culture for 30+ years. The culture is non-corporate, honest, efficient, not flashy but professional, welcoming & productive. They focus on true leadership over "management" with clean and clear communication and top-notch results for clients. About the Role Own full operational leadership of the Oil & Gas division (pipeline + power generation) including estimating, project management, cost controls, scheduling, field execution, and client delivery. Responsibilities Lead and mentor 6-8 senior managers across PM, estimating, cost controls, scheduling, safety, and hydrotest Oversee ~25 direct reports and influence broader cross-functional teams Manage 10-12 concurrent projects across multiple states (weeks to 1+ year duration) Evaluate bid opportunities and align with capacity, profitability, and strategic goals Partner with sales on pipeline development and project acquisition strategy Drive execution across all phases: planning → execution → completion Ensure projects stay on track across budget, schedule, safety, and compliance Act as primary client-facing leader, maintaining and growing key relationships Lead cross-functional meetings and enforce accountability across teams Reallocating resources and troubleshooting delays to prevent project stalls Establish performance metrics and drive operational excellence across the division Qualifications 10-15+ years of experience in Oil & Gas or Pipeline construction at Director / VP / Division level (or equivalent senior oversight) Experience managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously Strong background in: Project management oversight Estimating & cost controls Scheduling & resource planning Field operations and execution Client-facing experience with strong communication and relationship management skills Experience with Procore Construction Management or related degree (preferred) Veriforce, NCCER, and ISNetwork experience Required Skills Strong leadership and management skills Excellent communication and relationship management skills Proficient in project management tools and software Preferred Skills Experience with Procore Construction Management Relevant certifications (Veriforce, NCCER, ISNetwork) Pay range and compensation package

Base Salary:

$200K - $260

K Bonus:

~10% tied to division/company performance

Vehicle:

Company truck + gas card or vehicle allowance (~$650/month)

Travel:

~10-12 overnights per month (can be optimized closer to 6-8) Full Benefits Package Equal Opportunity Statement This is an onsite role with required travel; it is not remote. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. — no visa sponsorship available. Pre-employment background check and drug screening required. Apply now See more open positions at Prosimo.io