Project Manager

Project Manager

Pasadena, TX, United States

Job Description

Wood is currently recruiting for a Project Manager with experience in the chemical manufacturing industry.  As the Project Manager you will be responsible for managing small facility-based projects in an active chemical manufacturing plant as part of that plant’s capital project’s group.

Responsibilities

Coordinate front end work leading up to the capital design phase of the project.
Lead the development of overall project scope, execution strategy, and cost estimate for funds request.
Lead preparation of the funding documents for the project working with the Project Team, Site Area Personnel, and Finance Group.
Based on project requirements, assemble a team of qualified personnel of various disciplines to execute the project.
Set up cost control in SAP and manage cost, schedule, and scope within corporate guidelines.
Leads decisions on contracting strategy and selection of contractor(s).
Prepare progress reports as needed.
Perform Engineering review as required.
Execute project while meeting safety, cost, and schedule goals.
Provides services and support for pre-startup and commissioning activities.
Responsible for final close-out reporting and all documentation required for the project.

Qualifications

Candidate must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, with 10+ years of industry related experience managing capital projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of successful project management practices such as stage & gate, cost control, estimating, scheduling, and forecasting.
Able to plan and organize projects from inception to start up.
Ability to work in and foster a strong team environment with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of chemical or related manufacturing facilities and integration of project work in these facilities.
Strong safety champion who will lead the project in achieving zero incidents and injuries.
Self-motivated/Self-directed.
Able to handle multiple activities simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Good negotiation skills.
Good meeting facilitation skills.
Good working knowledge of the procurement process.
Strong working knowledge of SAP Project Systems Module (preferable).
Knowledge of ASME, API, AISC, PIP, ASCE, RAGAGEPs, and other pertinent engineering standards.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.