Midstream Operator Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

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You Are

A seasoned energy industry professional with deep experience in Midstream operations, including pipelines, gas processing, NGL fractionation, storage, and/or transportation. You bring the credibility to lead complex client engagements, solve work and asset management challenges, and translate strategy into operational and digital transformation. You have an understanding of the control systems and platforms that underpin modern midstream operations, as well as the unique commercial considerations of midstream players, and you know how to drive efficiency and reliability. You combine strong program leadership with hands-on delivery, and you are comfortable engaging executives while guiding teams through change. You are driven by results, thrive in ambiguity, and have a passion for building high-performing teams and delivering measurable business outcomes across operations, supply chain, data, and technology.

The Work

• Lead delivery of management consulting and system implementation projects across Midstream pipeline, gas processing, NGL, and storage operations
• Serve as a trusted advisor to client leadership, helping address work and asset management challenges across operations, maintenance, integrity management, and capital programs
• Shape and manage large-scale programs, including resource planning, staffing, financial tracking, and status reporting
• Drive transformation initiatives in areas such as Data & AI, Supply Chain optimization, pipeline integrity, operational automation, and Cost Takeout to deliver measurable performance improvement
• Partner with internal and client teams across business process design, technology enablement, and digital operations
• Create value propositions that align operational improvements with executive financial and strategic priorities
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities, shaping proposals, and expanding client relationships
• Support people leadership activities, including coaching, performance development, and team growth

What you need

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the energy industry with preference for Midstream experience (pipelines, gas processing, NGL, storage, and/or transportation)
• Direct experience with midstream industry operators and/or within a consulting firm's energy practice focused on the space
• Proven delivery experience across management consulting and system implementation projects
• Program and service delivery experience, including resource planning, staffing, and status reporting
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Bonus Points

• Experience with Data & AI, Supply Chain transformation, pipeline integrity management, and/or Cost Takeout initiatives
• Experience with commonly used systems (e.g., Ignition, OSIsoft PI, Wonderware) and/or GIS tools (e.g., Esri ArcGIS, Smallworld)
• Knowledge of work and asset management processes within pipeline or gas processing operations
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as FERC, PHMSA, or DOT pipeline safety requirements
• Commercial experience in the midstream space
• Prior experience leading multi-workstream programs or complex client engagements

Professional Skill Requirements

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to manage teams and deliver results in complex environments
• Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution
• Comfortable working across both OT (operational technology) and IT environments
• Ability to bridge the gap between field operations, engineering, and enterprise technology teams
• Willingness to travel as required

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Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $94,400 to $293,800

Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000

Colorado $94,400 to $253,800

District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300

Illinois $87,400 to $253,800

Maine $80,400 to $216,200

Maryland $94,400 to $253,800

Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300

Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800

New York $87,400 to $293,800

New Jersey $100,500 to $293,800

Virginia $87,400 to $270,300

Washington $100,500 to $270,300

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