04/27/2024 22:30
Job Title	Job Description
Business Development Lead	Manages large, complex projects and transactions with little or no supervision. Capable of interacting with customers at all levels within their organization and has an extensive range of knowledge regarding the natural gas (and/or oil) business. Is an expert at negotiations on a variety of different types of agreements. Serves as an expert within Business Development regarding deal structure, contract terms, financial issues, and other aspects of project development. Assists the officer team in making project assignments / managing work within the group, providing guidance regarding complex Business Development issues.
Business Development Rep II	Proactively provides quality analysis and comprehensive support to Business Development efforts with supervision. Support deal development and development of sophisticated economic analysis of commercial opportunities. Skilled at acquiring and summarizing industry and competitor data in a way that provides value to our commercial efforts. Skilled at utilizing research tools and is expert at developing support presentations. Assist more senior positions with project development.
Business Development Rep III	Proactively provides quality analysis and comprehensive support to Business Development efforts with some supervision. Support deal development and development of sophisticated economic analysis of commercial opportunities. Skilled at acquiring and summarizing industry and competitor data in a way that provides value to our Commercial efforts. Skilled at utilizing research tools and is an expert at developing support presentations. Assist more senior positions with project development.
Business Development Rep Sr	Manages large and small projects and transactions with some supervision. Capable of interacting with customers at all levels within their organization and has a wide range of knowledge regarding the natural gas business. Can negotiate transactions with supervision. Has a working understanding of deal structure, contract terms, financial issues, and other aspects of project development.
Commercial Development Lead	Markets the Company's natural gas products. Responsible for developing special sales programs to secure the most desirable markets or customers for the Company's production. Brokers gas purchases to augment the company's own production and to comply with delivery requirements. Obtains alternate markets of company production through spot sales or application of transportation and exchange agreements. Independent in full range of marketing duties to include assessing competition. Conducting prospect ID campaigns, performing credit evaluations, preparing complex or creative contract terms, and providing after-sale customer service. Extensive contact with customers, with counterparts in other companies and membership in trade associations. Maintains working knowledge of laws regulating gas sales.
Commercial Development Rep II	Supports the Commercial Development team in managing existing business and developing new opportunities within each franchise. Supports more senior staff in their efforts to build and preserve relationships with customers, negotiate and renegotiate standard contracts, communicate key information to management and other departments within Williams, support financial management of the franchise, and represent Williams and our customers in matters related to our business. May include responsibilities related to business development such as leveraging existing assets/basins (e.g., bolt on services, "green"/immature basins) and/or new customers (outside current footprint) within the operating area.
Commercial Development Rep III	Assists in negotiating new or modifying existing contracts and/or other related agreements for the sale of oil and gas products. Usually has some discretion (within guidelines received from Manager) regarding acceptable contract provisions. Assists Senior/Leads in major contract and agreement research and negotiations. Develops new contacts and monitors prices of other sales.
Commercial Development Rep Sr	Monitors and evaluates the success of the company's natural gas marketing and transportation programs and segmentation strategies through analysis of customer and sales data. Reports on patterns and trends. Negotiates and executes the purchase of primary processing rights with producers with minimal supervision. Negotiates and executes processing fees and marketable volumes with plant operators based on monthly plant economics to ensure profitability. Handles more complex projects with limited supervision. May act as lead in training and assisting lower-level marketing representatives.
Commercial Optimization Lead	Optimize Williams revenue streams within the geographic footprint for our eastern interstate pipeline. Manage existing and potential JV partnerships across Williams, including coordination with stakeholders to support, develop and implement controls to enhance utilization of services to increase revenue.
Commercial Optimization Sr	Responsible for optimizing William's revenue streams within the geographic footprint of your assigned market area for our eastern interstate pipeline and managing existing and potential JV partnerships across Williams. This includes coordinating with the Pipeline Control and Commercial organizations to support, develop and implement controls to optimize utilization of services in an effort to increase revenue. The position will also include Critical Day tasks to update our 1line system on any changes required to address operational conditions.
Commercial Services Lead	Responsible for generating new and maximizing existing revenue opportunities within a specific geographical market area, establishing and maintaining strong business relationships with the buying influences by ensuring customers receive exceptional service using the “single-point-of-service” business model, negotiate and implement large complex commercial arrangements and changes to business practices and tariff provisions.
Commercial Services Rep III	Responsible for maximizing revenue opportunities within a geographic market area for Williams eastern interstate pipeline. You will maintain strong business relationships with buying influences by ensuring customers receive exceptional service using a “single-point-of-service” business model as you negotiate and implement commercial arrangements and changes to business practices and tariff provisions.
Commercial Services Rep Sr	Responsible for generating new and maximizing existing revenue opportunities within a specific geographical market area, establishing and maintaining strong business relationships with the buying influences by ensuring customers receive exceptional service using the “single-point-of-service” business model, negotiate and implement complex commercial arrangements and changes to business practices and tariff provisions.
Commercial Technology Lead	Design, develop, test, modify and ensure compliance of system and public electronic bulletin board in support of eastern interstate pipeline system.
Commercial Technology Rep II	Responsible for the design, development, regulatory compliance, testing and modifications for a proprietary system and public Electronic Bulletin Board (EBB) in support of our eastern interstate pipeline system. You will work across Williams functional areas to deliver projects that enhance revenue and maintain compliance with regulations.
Commercial Technology Rep Sr	Responsible for the design, development, regulatory compliance, testing and modifications for a proprietary system and public Electronic Bulletin Board (EBB) in support of our eastern interstate pipeline system.
Coordinator Maintenance	Works in a project manager capacity and is a member of the local leadership team. Coordinates all necessary resources, including parts, tools and employees for work related tasks associated with operations, maintenance, and construction projects within area of responsibility. Ensures activities are well planned, communicated, performed safely, and scheduled by competent and qualified personnel.
Dir Commercial Development	Leads a group of business professionals who are collectively responsible for all commercial development activities. Responsible for developing and implementing strategies to expand business within existing basin or operational footprint and take advantage of new market opportunities with existing and potentially new customers. Negotiates complex business transactions that meet Williams business and financial objectives. Manages commercial aspects of projects from inception through in-service. Interacts with all levels of management both internally and at customer companies to build long-term relationships and develop business opportunities.
Dir Commercial Services	Develop and execute a market orientated and customer focused strategy aimed at maximizing revenue opportunities that aligns with Williams objectives. Establish, develop and maintain strong business relationships with potential customers whilst ensuring existing customers receive exceptional service using a “single point of service” business model. Compete with existing and new competitors to identify expansion, growth and new service opportunities.
Dir Operations	Directs, plans, and controls the continuous operation, maintenance, and improvement of a large pipeline division that includes compression and pipeline operations through geographical managers. Establishes and assures compliance with operation and maintenance policies, practices and procedures. Responsible for the planning, administration, and control of capital, operating, and other budgets for the entire system. Advises top management of current and anticipated operating conditions of pipeline system. Assists in maintaining good public relations with individual, civic, and commercial groups along the system. Responsible for training, safety, and occupational development of pipeline personnel.
Dir Technical Services	Leads a team of leaders and technical professionals that work seamlessly with operations, project execution, shared services, and commercial leaders in pursuit of Williams’ safety and environmental goals and objectives. Oversees and executes the business plan using a deep understanding of the business. Solves complex problems frequently and manages vendors in the optimization of gas and natural gas liquids gathering, transmission, offshore platforms, storage, and processing and fractionation operations so that the assets become more safe, reliable and efficient. Makes decisions that impact the operating area business plan, not only franchise or team level objectives.
Engineer I (Rotational)	Performs basic engineering work in operations support role or on projects or technical assignments of limited scope or portions of a larger effort. Is part of Williams rotational program.
Engineer II	Activities typically involve mid-sized projects or technical assignments supporting operations or significant portions of larger efforts and include technical and economic evaluation, performance testing, design and construction of new facilities, or upgrading existing facilities, and research on new technology or applications.
Engineer III	Works independently on mid-sized projects or technical assignments supporting operations including technical and economic evaluation, performance testing, design and construction of new facilities, or upgrading existing facilities, and research on new technology or applications. Takes a leadership position in forming small, specialized teams of operations or contract personnel to identify and solve technical and project management issues.
Engineer Sr	May direct work of other engineers and/or support staff. Activities typically involve assignments of a specialized function or engineering discipline and include technical and economic evaluation, performance testing, design and construction of new facilities, or upgrading existing facilities, and research on new developments.
Engineer Staff	Performs complex technical tasks and leads teams in projects or work assignments consisting of major scope or unusual complexity. Participates in the development and implementation of technical standards and specifications. Assumes responsibility for interpretation of technological aspects of business and coordinates with management to assure overall project and operational success. Advises and participates in technical presentations to management. Represents the company in the capacity of a licensed professional engineer.
Measurement Business Analyst II	Ensures an environment of continuous improvement exists in the organization's measurement systems, processes, operating procedures and work flows in order to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction. Applies business analytics to operations, accounting and volume management to improve measurement performance based on data and statistical methods.
Measurement Business Analyst III	Ensures an environment of continuous improvement exists in the organization's measurement systems, processes, operating procedures and work flows in order to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction. Applies business analytics to operations, accounting and volume management to improve measurement performance based on data and statistical methods.
Mgr Asset Integrity	Lead a group of integrity engineers and technical specialists responsible for day to day integrity activities for pipeline assets in the Northeast G&P BU with support from the Asset Integrity COE. The position will work with general managers and director peers in the BU to accomplish Williams' goals of asset integrity and regulatory compliance. COE: Responsible for end-to-end process design, implementation, communication, training, monitoring of execution, and continuous improvement of the Asset Integrity programs. Oversee a small group of subject matter experts and risk analysis personnel performing class location and risk assessments.
Mgr Commercial Development	Responsible for managing the negotiation and administration of gas sales contracts on an ongoing basis within federal regulations. Capable of handling complex negotiations. This position is responsible to seek new business/investment opportunities to generate profitable growth of existing company assets consistent with company strategy. Collects and analyzes market, industry, and competitive data. Maintains customer relationships.
Mgr Commercial Optimization & Transportation	This role is responsible for managing a team of Transportation Reps and physical optimization of Eastern Interstates geographic footprint within the market areas. Manages a team of Reps responsible for nominations, allocations, confirmations and balancing of gas flow volumes across the system. Supervises daily operations of gas scheduling team handling multiple customer relationships, counterparty deals, storage positions, and tariffs. Responsible for ensuring business coverage, recruitment, development and training of staff, may manage cross functional stand alone projects. Ensure team's accuracy and availability/timeliness. Responsible for optimizing Eastern Interstates transmission and storage assets which includes coordinating with the Pipeline Control, Operations, and Commercial organizations to support, develop and implement controls to optimize utilization of services in an effort to increase revenue and manage risk. This role will also lead Commercial collaboration with Commercial Technologies to develop and drive utilization of technologies to support data driven decisions.
Mgr Commercial Services	Lead a team of market oriented and customer focused professionals who will strive to maximize revenue opportunities that align with business objectives. Provide premier customer service and adapt services and practices to market changes in your assigned market area. The ability to have a strategic perspective, build stakeholder relationships and be receptive to new ideas are keys to success in the role.
Mgr Commercial Technology	As a Manager Commercial Technology, you will plan and implement technological service strategies within a shared services environment while acting as a liaison between the IT and Gathering and Processing Commercial groups or IT and Eastern Interstates Commercial Groups. Lead a team to in enhancing scheduling systems, data presentation solutions, and predictive models. Act as a resource for all commercial departments to use while looking for creative solutions to grow the business and make more educated decisions for short and long-term strategy development.
Mgr Measurement	Leads end-to-end process design, implementation, communication, training, monitoring of execution, and continuous improvement of the measurement process for liquids and gas across Williams.
Mgr Operations	Responsible for the operational discipline and the safety of everyone within the Manager's area of responsibility. Ensures all operations employees are adequately trained to identify hazards and safely carry out duties as required while delivering reliable business results.
Mgr Operations Sr	Responsible for the operational discipline and the safety of everyone within the Manager's area of responsibility. Ensures all operations employees are adequately trained to identify hazards and safely carry out duties as required while delivering reliable business results. Assigned area of operations is typically comprised of a broad area of responsibility and a wide diversity of assets.
Mgr Pipeline Control Sr	The Pipeline Control Sr. Manager is responsible for the operational discipline and the safety of everyone within the Sr. Manager's area of responsibility. Ensures all controllers are adequately trained to identify hazards and safely carry out duties as required while delivering business results. Has a broad area of responsibility and a wide diversity of assets and commodities. Sr Manager will lead an integrated team focused on developing and using standard practices, resources, and niche talent. This role will develop and implement standards, process and procedures to safely monitor and control our assets and operations, while participating in industry events to influence outcomes and share standard practices.
Mgr Pipeline Control.	Leads an integrated organization focused on leveraging/developing the best practices, resources and specialized talent in the Pipeline Control area across Williams
Mgr System Planning	Manages team responsible for system planning activities, including capacity analysis, optimization of near term load and minimization of fuel use for operations. Develops and drives the policies, processes and standards for system planning across Williams.
Mgr Transportation	Manages a team of Transpiration Reps responsible for nominations, allocations, confirmations and balancing of gas flow volumes across the system. Supervises daily operations of gas scheduling team handling multiple customer relationships, counterparty deals, storage positions, and tariffs. Responsible for ensuring business coverage, recruitment, development and training of staff, may manage cross functional stand alone projects. Ensure team's accuracy and availability/timeliness.
Mgr Volume Management	Manager over Gas Control operations, which ensures balanced conditions in control of pressure and flow of gas throughout the system. Directs dispatching of jurisdictional and non-jurisdictional gas. Participates in the development of production schedules. Responsible for decisions regarding sales curtailment. Directs relations with suppliers and customers pertaining to proper distribution. Directs the maintenance and analysis of daily control data and reports. Directs technical support staff (scientific computer services).
Operations Technician II	Works under periodic supervision, but only for highly complex and non-routine tasks. Performs varied tasks and projects of moderate to occasionally high complexity requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Routine technical and operations assignments completed independently.Progression Profile:- Has developed technical skills or operational capabilities through technical training or equivalent work experience. Works under periodic supervision, but only for highly complex and non-routine tasks. Makes independent decisions on routine tasks.- Works within established procedures with moderate supervision, occasionally coordinates the activities of others- Analyzes data and confers with others to determine the appropriate solutions to technical or operational problems- Makes straightforward decisions while working independently based on clearly defined procedures communicated by the supervisor or team lead- Readily identifies and promptly acts upon requirements for safe and efficient operation of facilities, protection of community, personnel, environment and assets- Demonstrates solid leadership, teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills- Readily identifies and promptly acts upon requirements for safe and efficient operation of facilities, protection of community, Personnel, environment and assets- Completes structured training program designed to provide interdisciplinary experience and to build strengths in areas that match career aspirations and needs of the Company- Performs compliance activities.
Pipeline Control Consultant	The Pipeline Control Consultant will act as a liaison between SCADA IT and other Williams functional teams with SCADA inter-dependencies (primarily Pipeline Control) to identify, plan and implement innovative technological service strategies. Consultant will also work with volume services, IT and across all of pipeline control to ensure data flows, digital business optimization and other company requirements are scoped and implemented in pipeline control. This includes ensuring business requirements, functional design, development, and implementation are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner. This role provides expert knowledge, system consulting, and project leadership to assist the Williams Pipeline systems. Innovative thinking and the ability to collaborate with others to identify and resolve sophisticated problems are keys to success!
Pipeline Control Maintenance Coordinator Sr	Responsible for coordinating maintenance between both internal and external customers using liquids and gas price forecasting to ensure optimum timing for maintenance. Coordinates all routine and non-routine maintenance activities. Under limited guidance, able to identify resources such as inspection, equipment, and material procurement required to coordinate tasks in a diverse work environment.
Pipeline Control Systems Specialist	Works closely with Supervisors to manage pipeline consistent with short and long term operating goals. Reviews/Approves project work plans and GAP in conjunction with Supervisor/Team Leader. Monitors and continuously evaluates system pressures and flows of gas/liquids from receipt points along the pipeline system to delivery points on a 24 hour-a-day, 365 day-a-year basis. Assists pipeline controllers during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities by utilizing a high level of operational expertise to maximize throughput and revenues to keep interruptions to a minimum and identify alternative methods to maximize gas flow. Monitors computer systems and alarm reporting to ensure safe and reliable operation of the entire pipeline system. Executes decisions regarding product (gas/liquids) re-routing and appropriate notifications during emergency situations to minimize impact to customers and shippers. Monitors storage levels by rate service and adjusts storage priorities in accordance with targets.
Pipeline Control Transmission Consultant	To provide expert level knowledge, system consulting, and project leadership to assist the Williams Transmission Pipeline Systems.
Pipeline Controller	Monitors and continuously evaluates system pressures and flows of gas/liquids from receipt points along the pipeline system to delivery points on a 24 hour-a-day, 365 day-a-year basis. Sets flow rates and pressure set points at pipeline interconnections and delivery points. Monitors computer systems and alarms to ensure safe and reliable operation of the entire pipeline system. Remotely starts and stops engines/pumps to maintain system volume and pressure. Executes decisions regarding product (gas/liquids) re-routing and appropriate notifications during emergency situations to minimize impact to customers and shippers. Respond to Local Distribution Company (LDC)/producer/interconnect operator requests for information and management of system outages.
Pipeline Controller Associate	Monitors and continuously evaluates system pressures and flows of gas/liquids from receipt points along the pipeline system to delivery points on a 24 hour-a-day, 365 day-a-year basis. Sets flow rates and pressure set points at pipeline interconnections and delivery points. Monitors computer systems and alarms to ensure safe and reliable operation of the entire pipeline system.
Pipeline Controller Lead	Supervises the daily Gas Control operations, which ensure balanced conditions in control of pressure and flow of gas throughout the pipeline system. Leads the daily operations of the pipeline system to ensure that contractual obligations are met. Responsible for ensuring that physical deliveries, line pack and storage assets are utilized efficiently to meet customer demand. Participates in the development of construction outage schedule(s), storage targets and planned and unplanned maintenance to ensure system reliability. Supervises relations with internal and external customers. Supervises the maintenance and analysis of daily control data and reports.
Pipeline Controller Sr	Works closely with Lead Controllers/Supervisors to manage pipeline consistent with short and long term operating goals. Monitors and continuously evaluates system pressures and flows of gas/liquids from receipt points along the pipeline system to delivery points on a 24 hour-a-day, 365 day-a-year basis. Sets flow rates and pressure set points at pipeline interconnections and delivery points. Monitors computer systems and alarms to ensure safe and reliable operation of the entire pipeline system. Remotely starts and stops engines/pumps to maintain system volume and pressure. Executes decisions regarding product (gas/liquids) re-routing and appropriate notifications during emergency situations to minimize impact to customers and shippers. Responds to Local Distribution Company (LDC)/producer/interconnect operator requests for information and management of system outages.
Supv Measurement Analysis	Responsible for executing the measurement validation & data integrity process. Works collaboratively with groups across the organization to assure that the measurement validation & data integrity process is aligned efficiently and effectively.
Supv Operations	Leads a team that is responsible for the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of assigned assets in a specified area of responsibility of the Operations Manager. Serves as a role model for safe operations, providing a visible leadership presence and holds team members equally accountable for safety and adherence to the risk management systems in place. Ensures all employees within their area are adequately trained and qualified to identify hazards and safely carry out duties as required.
Supv Pipeline Control	Leads an integrated organization focused on leveraging/developing the best practices, resources and specialized talent within a Pipeline Control Center at Williams. Responsible for daily management of pipeline systems and ensures effective operation of a control center by supervising controllers responsible for daily operations. Guides the daily operating plan, focusing on the safe and reliable operation of the system ensuring the longer term seasonal vision goals are aligned.
Transportation Rep II	With supervision, a Transportation Rep II will nominate, schedule, confirm and balances natural gas flow volumes with supplier, purchasers, and pipelines. Monitors gas volumes and evaluates and reduces pipeline imbalances. Analyzes data, monitors and reconciles imbalances, sets up make-up/pay-back schedules with appropriate shippers. Performs mainly routine assignments.
Transportation Rep III	Under moderate level of guidance, a Transportation Rep III will nominate, schedule, confirm and balances natural gas flow volumes with supplier, purchasers, and pipelines. Monitors gas volumes and evaluates and reduces pipeline imbalances. Analyzes data, monitors and reconciles imbalances, sets up make-up/pay-back schedules with appropriate shippers. Performs a range of mainly straightforward assignments. Intermediate level complexity.
Transportation Rep Lead	Leads a regional team focused on the customer's business, operational considerations of the pipeline, imbalance management efforts, and overall customer experience. Trains, mentors, develops, and provides feedback on junior level staff. Serves as the lead representative for the region and participates in collaborative conversations with other departments to resolve complex issues. Serves as primary liaison in pipeline imbalance resolution and guides team through the tasks required. Ensures effective communication of pipeline maintenance schedules for impact on gas flows with team and customers. Resolves complex problems and answers nonstandard questions pertaining to gas scheduling. Helps team members enhance their skills and encourages and participates in a transfer of knowledge. Advanced level complexity and recognized as expert in scheduling team.
Transportation Rep Sr	Works independently to nominate, allocate, confirm and balance gas flow volumes with purchasers, pipelines and well owners. Mentor junior Reps. Schedules and monitors gas volumes and provides direction and counsel on gas scheduling. Evaluates and reduces pipeline imbalances and serves as primary liaison in pipeline imbalance resolution and handles month end allocations for pipelines and storage facilities. Tracks and evaluates pipeline maintenance schedules for impact on gas flows. Provide onboarding training to new customers/users. Resolves complex problems and answers nonstandard questions pertaining to gas scheduling. Advanced level complexity. Recognized as expert in scheduling team.
VP Commercial - Eastern Interstates	Oversees customer services and commercial activities, including pricing, marketing, sales, strategy development, nominations, scheduling, business development, and customer relations.
VP Commercial Gulf of Mexico	Maintain commercial and new business development accountability for three franchises now combined into one Gulf of Mexico asset portfolio. Lead commercial development for both brownfield and greenfield opportunities within the Gulf of Mexico asset base which Includes Gulf West, Gulf East, Discovery, all of the deep water assets as well as various onshore processing assets within Texas, Louisiana and Alabama. Develop complex franchises and Joint Venture level strategies.
VP GM Eastern Interstates	Responsible for managing diverse work groups for Transco pipeline in Business Development, Rates & Regulatory, Customer Service Marketing Services, Operations and Engineering. Depth and Breadth of specialized knowledge comes from need to know history of Transco pipeline commercial operations, operation of the pipeline within regions and the need to understand complex rate case issues. Large distributed staff, asset base and operational budget. Organization is approximately 1100+ employees and work largely is very similar in nature across the regions.
VP GM Gulf of Mexico	Maintain profit/loss accountability for three franchises now combined into one Gulf of Mexico asset portfolio. Lead the integration of operations and shared service functions supporting the Gulf of Mexico asset base which Includes Gulf West, Gulf East, Discovery, all of the deep water assets as well as various onshore processing assets within Texas, Louisiana and Alabama. Support and oversee the execution of complex franchises and Joint Venture level strategies.
VP GM MountainWest	Maintain franchise level profit/loss accountability. Lead the integration of direct and shared service functions supporting MountainWest. Develop and oversee the execution of complex franchise level strategies.
VP GM Northwest Pipeline	Maintain franchise level profit/loss accountability. Lead the integration of direct and shared service functions supporting the Northwest Pipeline. Develop and oversee the execution of complex franchise level strategies.
Volume Management Rep I	Responsible for minimizing imbalances and managing receipts and deliveries. Monitors gas flow to pipelines from tailgate of plants and from other interconnects, ensuring delivery of receipts within contract requirements. Tracks volume requirements (contractual obligations) and flow vs. sales (e.g. Operating Balance Agreements OBA's) with pipelines and makes decisions relative to the OBA balances. Has knowledge of system, pipeline grid and process of scheduling and nominating gas. Makes straightforward decisions and receives guidance.
Volume Management Rep II	Under direct supervision, nominates, schedules, confirms and monitors gas flow to pipelines from tailgate of plants and from other interconnects, ensuring delivery of receipts within contract requirements. Tracks volume requirements and flow vs. sales with pipelines and makes decisions relative to the OBA balances. Monitors sales and reporting and engages in negotiation activities relative to gas control, transportation and the pipeline grid and daily sourcing optimization. Makes decisions on various options for gas flow, coordinating with field and plant personnel to re direct gas flow when problems arise in the plants or systems or on the pipeline. Verifies volumes directly with operations and/or through monitoring SCADA, provides daily volume estimates to marketing for future sales, communicates with operations to ensure flow rates consistent with pipeline capabilities, and confirms volume information to pipelines.