Director, Capital Projects

About the role

The Director, Capital Projects is responsible for leading the Capital Projects Team in the execution of capital projects. They manage the overall capital budget for the organization which includes both sustenance capital and organic growth capital, while collaborating with manufacturing, reliability, EHS, and process safety on priorities.

Responsibilities

• Drive Chemtrade’s Project Management Process (CPMP) to ensure effective definition, prioritization and execution of projects, including the use of standard project management processes across projects run by the Capital Projects Team or Site Resources.
• Oversee engineering design and execution and ensure alignment with Corporate objectives, manufacturing needs, Responsible Care principles, Process Safety Management, and Mechanical / Electrical Reliability requirements.
• Lead and drive short and long range capital planning efforts.
• Work closely with Capital Procurement on large spends.
• Lead the project team to define, scope, plan, and execute capital projects with focus on safety, operational reliability, and sustainability.
• Ensure effective project design and execution and collaborate with EHS, Manufacturing, Corporate Reliability, Business Leads, etc. to ensure consistency and adherence to Chemtrade Standards and practices.
• Provide leadership and coaching as well as drive accountability for project team members.
• Align and Collaborate with other leadership members across the businesses to drive an Operational Excellence mindset with reliability, EHS, and process safety.
• Be a change leader for the entire Engineering team by challenging the norm and continually improving existing processes or systems when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of Capital Project Management experience, including at least 5 years of leadership experience
• Experience in refinery or chemical manufacturing is preferred
• Demonstrated skill/knowledge in the following areas: Capital project management and project controls, Manufacturing plant support and construction, Material handling equipment, Responsible Care 14001 ASTM and ASME standards
• Demonstrated success in building and leading teams, as well as driving accountability
• Operational Excellence and use of Lean Six Sigma tools experience preferred
• Effective Change Agent
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with project manager, procurement, vendors/contractors, and leadership
• Proficiency utilizing computer programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, SAP, Microsoft Teams, Power BI