Seconded Senior Capex Project Manager

Seconded Senior Capex Project Manager

Spencer Ogden

Location

Statesville

Posted date

2 days ago

Minimum level

N/A

Employment type

Contract / Freelance / Self-employed

Job category

Other

Seconded Senior Capex Project Manager

Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Seconded (Owners Rep) Senior Capex Project Manager to join our Engineering group to execute large capital projects for the company. This remote-based position will report to the Director of Engineering.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Effectively manage the design, construction, commissioning, and start-up of domestic capital projects ($20MM to $60MM in size). Projects include the upgrade and expansion of existing facilities as well as new facilities.

Prepare project scopes, cost estimates, authorization requests and schedules along with basic engineering and detailed design construction packages

Direct and manage project execution by safely performing the work defined in the project plan to achieve stated objectives

Coordinate and lead internal / external teams and third-party engineering firms

Anticipate and identify areas of risk and mitigate through proactive risk assessments and implementation of countermeasure / mitigation strategies

Use established PM tools and techniques (cash flow projections, scope / schedule control, etc.) to stay within authorized budget limits and achieve the overall project and organizational objectives (safety, quality, capacity, timing, etc.)

Effectively communicate project status to stakeholders and senior leadership via steering team meetings and other communication updates

Domestic travel requirements estimated to be 30%

In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:

A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant engineering discipline

A minimum of 20 years' experience in managing large capital projects in the specialty chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, or food industries

Proven ability to successfully design, construct and commission capital equipment and systems in operating chemical plants

Project scheduling (MS Project, Primavera, etc.), cost control and cost forecasting skills

Demonstrated SAP or equivalent experience

Working understanding of P&IDs along with a basic understanding of industry and governmental standards for design and construction

Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of MS Office Suite

Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills, including a demonstrated ability to lead multi-discipline teams and motivate others

The following are considered a plus:

Corporate-level owner-side large project management experience encompassing all project phases (FEL, detailed design, construction, commissioning)

Master of Science degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Additional formal Project Management certification (e.g., PMI or CII)

Licensed Professional Engineer

Capital project estimating skills

Hands-on field experience in chemical manufacturing facilities with process and equipment commissioning, safety res, performance testing, and troubleshooting