Project Manager- EPC (ASU)

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is a technology partner for the design, engineering, and construction of leading-edge processing facilities and related infrastructures worldwide. We enable customers to optimize the use of natural resources to provide clean and sustainable energy through innovation and operational expertise. As part of Air Liquide, we contribute to the transformation of the energy industry with a strong commitment to climate change and energy transition.

About the role

Within a Center, you will be responsible for all engineering activities in Project Engineering for specific projects in accordance with contractual requirements (design, budgeted hours, schedule, etc.) by leading a team of Project Engineers/Project Engineering Managers and coordinating with other departments and external partners/subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Represent the business unit interests in the development and execution of capital investments up to $200 million.
• Assist project and business development teams to identify, budget, and plan project solutions that maximize Air Liquide’s competitiveness.
• Plan project execution according to Project Management Institute practices and Air Liquide's procedures.
• Lead a multi-national project execution team with representatives from multiple business entities.
• Participate in required engineering review meetings at foreign company locations (China, UAE, Germany, France, India, etc.).
• Create and maintain a comprehensive project risk register and actively manage identified risks and opportunities.
• Participate in negotiation and execution of engineering, procurement, and construction contracts.
• Implement tracking and progress reporting using metrics and dashboards to communicate project status to upper management.
• Participate in the setup of a baseline project schedule and monitor progress with respect to this schedule.
• Work with regulatory bodies to obtain required permits and licenses.
• Lead the project team in creation of discipline subcontract packages (piling, civil, mechanical, and E&I), participate in contractor pre-bid and clarification meetings, and lead contractor selection.
• Negotiate construction contracts with the help of the subcontracting department and Air Liquide legal team.
• Oversee all onsite construction activities and monitor compliance with contract.
• Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks.
• Drive a culture of teamwork between operations, engineering, construction, and project delivery teams.
• Ensure use of proper construction techniques and enforce adherence to quality standards.
• Prepare internal and external monthly project reports.
• Analyze, negotiate, and execute construction subcontract change orders.
• Monitor and champion safety performance through all aspects of the project, especially at the construction site.

Requirements

• B.S. in Science or Engineering from an accredited college or university (advanced degree preferred).
• Valid employment authorization in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Minimum 15 years of work experience in an engineering discipline, project engineering within an EPC organization, project management, construction, or equivalent, with exposure to business development, procurement, and operations.
• Competency in conflict resolution and crisis management; previous military experience is a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple levels of the organization both verbally and in writing.
• Willingness to share personal technical knowledge and foster development of other team members.
• Demonstrated ability to plan ahead and understand all facets of the construction process.
• Established leadership ability to lead individuals without administrative chain of command.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 60% of the time (local and international) and at construction sites.
• Fluency in English required.

Preferred Experience

• Industrial Gas experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive family benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Benefits start on the first day of employment.