Project Manager & Engineer

We are a Chemical Manufacturing company providing Synthetic Rubber and Advanced Materials

We provide an environment that is safe, welcoming and challenging. 
With the company in full growth mode, we're looking for the kind of people who think independently, take initiative and be innovative. We invite you to build the future together.

This position involves leading projects in the range of $50,000 to $5 million total installed cost - and managing a CAPEX budget of $5MMUSD/yr. The job will involve a wide range of projects that include expansions, modifications, and upgrades to the production plant and associated plant and site infrastructure and facilities

Requirements:
Ten years of project experience, of which five years being in a chemical manufacturing process environment.
Strong knowledge of process equipment and their functions.
Knowledge of the different engineering discipline roles
Proficient in project management processes
Broad technical experience
Experience with problem solving / troubleshooting and data analysis.
Ability to read P&ID’s and instrument loops sheets.
Experienced in commissioning of new projects within a petrochemical process.
Experienced in troubleshooting process and control issues in a fast paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong skill set in organization and prioritizing projects and work load.
Must be a self-starter, who is highly motivated, able to take the initiative on projects, and able to work without supervision.
Ability to follow processes and procedures, as well as develop and implement them.

Education requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in engineering is required. Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
Project Management Certification preferred.
Experience in all project phases (Definition, Design, Procurement, Construction, and Start-up/Commissioning)


Day to day job functions:
Safety driven. Ensure compliance with safety principles applicable to the project and site.
Manage and maintain CAPEX program ($5MMUSD/yr)
Coordinate all design engineering, procurement, and construction activities
Drive project execution and lead manufacturing representatives
Owner and steward of the Project Stage Gate Process
Leads regular Site Project Status/Review meetings
Provide overall planning and organization during the design and construction
Analyze project risks and develop mitigation plans
Lead the execution planning including contract strategy development
Initiate cost estimates and manage project costs to baseline and authorization amount
Promote excellent communication with all stakeholders
Identify and take corrective action to ensure the project goals for cycle-time, cost, and quality are met
Deliver as-built and operations/maintenance documentation to the facility
Update and maintain P&IDs
Ensure compliance with safety principles applicable to the project and site.
Coordinate services with other supporting departments and government authorities
Participates in 24 hour on-call rotation