Engineering Project Manager

Powerwell, a division of Quantam is a leading recruitment firm helping our clients discover top talent. POSITION This Project Manager is in the Reliability Department and reports directly to the Reliability Engineering Manager. The Project Manager will interface with the appropriate client and contractor resources at the site to manage capital project activities in a safe, responsible, and environmentally sound manner which is in compliance with all regulatory requirements. RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure the technical integrity of the project, including compliance with the project scope, job specification, accepted good engineering design, and meeting client requirements. (15%) Manages assigned plant capital project activity, 20 – 40 projects annually, with a $10MM spend a year. (15%) Provide plants with authoritative sources of knowledge and leadership for capital projects. (10%) Ensures projects are constructed according to specifications, budget, and schedule. Oversight of 30 contractors onsite can be expected. (10%) Coordinates activities of all project team members and groups. (10%) Prepares bid packages and cost estimates for projects. Projects range from $50k - $4MM (10%) Reviews and approves designs and specifications. (10%) Develops and maintains the 1- and 5-year capital portfolio (10%) Other Duties as Assigned: (10%) Manages engineering contractors as projects require. For project-related equipment, ensures that all engineering documentation is accurate and up to date. Update equipment records and maintain accurate SAP Bill of Materials. Maintain equipment records and update drawings as necessary. HSEQ responsibilities include but are not restricted to the following: Ensure capital projects are designed and installed in compliance with all applicable Codes and Standards. Perform Management of Change (MOC) for capital projects. Compliance to Clear Lake Plant Leadership Expectations. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: B.S. degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university. Minimum of 7 years of project engineering/project management experience. Chemical manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment/background. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of unit operations and familiarity with all major engineering disciplines. Developed skills in technical writing, oral communication, cost estimation, preparation of drawings, project planning, supervision of personnel, and computers (spreadsheets, word processing, CAD). Familiar with a stage gate project process to manage capital project activities. Experience in managing contractor relationships. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, and SAP. Ability to effectively interface with manufacturing, engineering, and other functions including contractors.