Director of Development - Oil & Gas
Position Overview
Location
Midland, Texas
We are seeking a Director of Development to help establish and grow our presence in the Midland, Texas market. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who can build business, lead teams, strengthen client relationships, and expand operations across the energy sector.
Candidates must have a hydrocarbon-related background directly supporting oil & gas, natural gas, or power generation projects. Experience solely focused on land development, renewables, transportation, water/wastewater, or general civil infrastructure will not be considered. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of how hydrocarbon and power generation projects are developed, designed, permitted, executed, and delivered.
This role is suited for a proven leader who can drive growth, oversee project execution, mentor teams, and serve as a strategic partner to both clients and executive leadership.
Responsibilities
Business Development & Market Growth
- Establish and grow the firm's presence in the Midland and West Texas market.
- Identify, develop, and win new business opportunities within the oil & gas, natural gas, pipeline, midstream, facilities, and power generation sectors.
- Build and maintain relationships with operators, developers, utilities, EPC contractors, and industry stakeholders.
- Lead proposals, presentations, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations.
- Develop and execute growth strategies to expand market share and service offerings.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams across surveying, engineering, design, and project delivery.
- Partner with executive leadership on growth initiatives, staffing plans, and operational strategy.
- Foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence, collaboration, and client service.
- Support recruiting and team-building efforts as the practice continues to grow.
Project Oversight & Execution
- Oversee successful delivery of projects while ensuring quality, schedule, budget, and client expectations are met.
- Support projects involving oil & gas production facilities, natural gas infrastructure, pipelines, compressor stations, meter stations, processing facilities, storage assets, and power generation facilities.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to drive efficient project execution.
- Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement solutions to maintain project success.
Technical & Operational Leadership
- Provide senior-level guidance on energy infrastructure project execution from either a surveying or engineering perspective.
- Serve as a bridge between technical teams, operations, and client stakeholders.
- Apply practical understanding of field execution, engineering, design, and construction activities within hydrocarbon and power generation projects.
- Support quality assurance, technical reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management, or a related technical field preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience supporting hydrocarbon-related projects tied directly to oil & gas, natural gas, pipeline, midstream, gas processing, facilities, or power generation.
- Demonstrated experience working with owner/operators, EPC firms, midstream companies, utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), or other organizations involved in hydrocarbon or power generation infrastructure.
- Proven leadership experience involving team development, project oversight, client management, and business development.
- Strong understanding of project execution within oil & gas, natural gas, pipeline, facilities, or power generation environments.
- Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships in a competitive market.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities effectively.
- Familiarity with the Midland / West Texas market strongly preferred.
- Professional licensure such as PE, RPLS, or similar credentials is highly valued.
Benefits & Compensation
To attract and retain top talent, the firm offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support both personal and professional growth.
Work / Life Balance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible work schedules available for select positions
- Employee milestone and tenure recognition programs, including travel rewards
Compensation & Professional Development
- Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
- Annual performance bonuses, spot bonuses, and recognition awards
- 401(k) program with company match
- Tuition assistance and continuing education support
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Paid licensing and certification fees, renewals, and professional memberships
- Financial incentives for obtaining professional licensure
- Employee referral bonuses
- Annual wellness reimbursement for fitness memberships, equipment, and wellness-related expenses
- Dependent care assistance programs
Health & Wellness Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Family planning and fertility benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Supplemental accident, hospitalization, and critical illness coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including counseling, legal resources, financial consultations, and work-life support services
- Pet insurance options
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing business within one of the most active energy markets in North America. The Director of Development will play a key role in expanding client relationships, growing market presence, developing teams, and supporting critical oil & gas, natural gas, pipeline, midstream, facilities, and power generation projects throughout West Texas and surrounding regions.
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