Mechanical Project Manager - Chemical Plant Brownfield projects

Responsibilities

• Cook up front-end work leading up to the capital design phase.
• Develop overall project scope and execution strategy.
• Manage cost control in SAP.
• Ensure projects meet safety, cost, and schedule goals.
• Lead preparation of funding documents.
• Manage final closeout reporting.
• Assemble a team of qualified personnel of various disciplines.
• Lead decisions on contracting strategy and selection of contractor(s).
• Provide support for pre-startup and commissioning activities.
• Set up cost control in SAP.
• Manage cost, schedule, and scope within corporate guidelines.
• Prepare progress reports as needed.
• Perform engineering reviews.
• Manage technical content and interfaces for scopes of work.
• Cook up the design, installation, and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Act as a role model for less experienced engineers.
• Mentor/coach as appropriate.
• Chair recurring project meetings.

Qualifications

• Expected BS or MS degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical).
• 2-15+ years of relevant industry experience (preferably as a Project Manager in mechanical projects).
• Demonstrated knowledge of successful project management practices such as cost control, estimating, scheduling, and forecasting.
• Ability to plan and organize projects from inception to start-up.
• Knowledge of chemical or related manufacturing facilities and integration of project work in these facilities.
• Strong safety champion who will lead the project in achieving zero incidents and injuries.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of gated work process for project management.
• Good working knowledge of the procurement process.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP Project Systems Module.
• Knowledge of ASME, API, AISC, PIP, ASCE, RAGAGEPs, or other pertinent engineering standards.