Project Manager IS Senior for Chemical Cleaning
About Thompson Industrial Services
Thompson Industrial Services, a Clean Harbors company, is North America’s premier provider of industrial cleaning and environmental services. We support critical infrastructure across upstream, midstream, downstream, and utility sectors with a strong focus on safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Lead the full lifecycle of a chemical cleaning project; including planning, mobilization, execution, and closeout
Execute projects across critical applications such as: Refinery turnarounds and shutdowns (exchangers, desalters, tanks, pipelines)
Petrochemical and chemical plant maintenance (pickling, passivation, contamination removal)
Midstream pipeline and asset cleaning (chemical circulation, fouling removal)
Power Generation asset cleaning (turbines, lubrication oil systems, boilers)
Pulp and Paper turnarounds (boilers, evaporators, piping networks)
Develop detailed work plans, procedures, schedules, and resource plans
Cook up field crews, equipment, subcontractors, and logistics to ensure efficient execution
Apply expertise in chemical cleaning processes, including: Scale, corrosion, and fouling removal
Hydrocarbon decontamination and degassing
Pickling and passivation for asset protection
Cleaning of heat exchangers, reboilers, pipelines, contactors, and process equipment
Select appropriate chemical solutions, cleaning methods, and circulation processes
Troubleshoot field challenges and optimize cleaning performance
Champion a zero-incident safety culture and enforce strict adherence to H&S policies
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and all federal/state regulations
Conduct hazard assessments (JHAs), safety audits, and incident investigations
Partner with H&S leadership to mitigate risks and ensure safe execution in high-hazard environments
Prepare project estimates, budgets, and proposals, including scopes, schedules, and cost breakdowns
Track change orders & Billing
Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and revenue growth
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring strong relationship management
Provide technical consultation and tailored cleaning solutions to meet customer needs
Support business growth by identifying new opportunities within existing and prospective accounts
Deliver clear communication including project updates, reports, and documentation
Lead, supervise, and mentor field personnel, fostering a high-performance, safety-driven culture
Provide direction to meet operational, financial, and safety goals
Support workforce development and training
Maintain accurate and complete records, including: Work plans and procedures
Daily project reports and site logs
Safety and compliance documentation
Financial tracking and forecasting
Ensure documentation is audit-ready and aligned with company standards
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in chemical cleaning operations
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale industrial cleaning projects in oil & gas, refining, or chemical industries
Strong understanding of chemical cleaning processes and industrial equipment
Experience with cost estimating, budgeting, and financial oversight
Ability to manage multiple priorities in high-pressure environments
Strong communication, leadership, and customer-facing skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field
Experience supporting: Refinery turnarounds and shutdowns
Pipeline cleaning and commissioning
Petrochemical facility maintenance
Experience with ERP/project tracking systems