Project Development Manager

Clayton Services

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$135,000–$175,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Business Case, Business Development, Business Skills, Business Strategy, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Construction Management, Cost Estimates, Documentation, Finance, Financial Modeling, Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), Front-End Loading (FEL), Leadership, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Development, Project Estimates, Project Execution, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Requirements Management, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Sales Prospecting, Strategic Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Clayton Services is searching for a Project Development Manager to join a thriving energy and industrial technology company in North Houston. The Project Development Manager will be responsible for leading early-stage project development, driving commercial strategy, and advancing capital projects from concept through pre-FEED.

Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: $135,000 - $175,000/year
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and more.

Project Development Manager Responsibilities:
  • Lead early-stage project development from concept selection through pre-FEED
  • Engage with prospective clients to develop relationships, define scope, and support proposal development
  • Drive commercial negotiations and assist in closing new project opportunities
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering, project management, and finance, to align project execution
  • Develop project charters, business cases, and strategic project plans
  • Build early-phase project roadmaps, including schedules, budgets, and resource planning
  • Prepare Class 4/5 cost estimates and high-level project schedules
  • Establish contracting strategies and define subcontractor requirements
  • Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies
  • Manage scope tracking, reporting, and governance documentation
  • Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership
  • Interface with stakeholders, vendors, and partners to ensure alignment and execution readiness
  • Facilitate project reviews, workshops, and stage-gate decision processes
  • Other duties as assigned
Project Development Manager Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong business development and negotiation skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Advanced analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Strong financial and commercial acumen
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; financial modeling experience is a plus
  • Self-starter with the ability to operate independently and drive results
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguity
Project Development Manager Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in capital project development within energy, chemicals, industrial gas, or related industries
  • Experience with FEL methodologies, early-phase estimating, and project scheduling
  • Background in project justification, business case development, and governance processes
  • Experience in syngas, hydrogen, carbon capture, or related technologies is preferred
  • Familiarity with contracting strategy, subcontractor management, and risk planning
Project Development Manager - Immediate need. Apply today!

About the Company

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Clayton Services

Clayton Servies is a Houston-based staffing and recruiting firm. For over 37 years, Clayton Services has been helping talented job seekers find great job opportunities with leading companies including multiple Fortune 1000 organizations. Apply today to make your job search easy!

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1984
WEBSITE
http://www.claytonpersonnel.com