Senior Project Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the definition and implementation of engineering standards for Capital Projects for a pioneering heavy industrial manufacturing project specializing in rare earth permanent magnets.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide strategic technical direction and leadership to the Capital Projects Team, guiding the technical planning, execution, and completion of complex engineering initiatives within budget and schedule constraints.
• Support development of comprehensive technical project plans, scopes of work, and engineering budgets for capital projects, aligning objectives with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Support the conceptualization and development and lead the review of engineering designs, ensuring proper interfaces, adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in rare earth element magnet manufacturing.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to the Capital Projects Team, resolving complex engineering challenges and optimizing design solutions to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project outcomes, proactively addressing issues related to safety, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including equipment suppliers, contractors, and consultants, to procure materials and services, negotiate contracts, and ensure project deliverables meet quality and performance standards.
• Ensure all capital projects comply with relevant regulatory requirements, environmental regulations, and permitting processes, maintaining documentation and records in accordance with industry standards.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the Capital Projects Team, implementing lessons learned, best practices, and innovative technologies to enhance project delivery processes and outcomes.
• Develop and implement design standards, specs, processes and procedures as required.
• Monitor and control the engineering progress on capital projects, and proactively develop strategies to mitigate project risks and areas of concern.
• Interface and collaborate with technical Subject Matter Experts, Plant Operation and Facilities leadership, HSE, Commissioning Leads, Cost Management Leads and other internal resources.
• Review design changes for technical validity and alignment with design standards.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and transparently for all aspects of project delivery.
• Confidently deal with ambiguity, assess situations and take appropriate actions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering required, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer license is desirable.
• Proven experience in engineering management within the heavy industrial manufacturing sector, with a focus on capital projects and equipment installations, preferably in materials/metals production or similar industries.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project engineering methodologies, including project design reviews, interface management, technical risk management, with a track record of successfully delivering engineering scopes on schedule and within allotted budget.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, including senior management, colleagues, and external partners.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations governing heavy industrial manufacturing, as well as familiarity with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in engineering and project management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a systematic approach to decision-making and problem resolution.
• Flexibility to travel and work on-site as needed to support project activities, including occasional weekends or evenings as needed to accommodate project schedules and deadlines.

Desired Qualities

• Team Player with a desire to Learn and win.
• Leader mentally who is a self-starter with proactive management style.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills.
• Disciplined and Detail Oriented.
• Emotionally Intelligent.
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communicator.