On-Site Project Manager; Long

Summary

We are looking for a Project Manager to work on-site at a client facility in Sistersville, WV. This contract is estimated to last approximately 1 year or more, with the potential of extension to permanent full-time employment. The client facility is a chemical plant and will require the Project Manager to manage multiple capital projects at a time. Candidates should have large-scale plant and industrial chemical experience.

This is an ON‑SITE position and remote candidates cannot be considered.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing all activities for Professional Engineering projects in accordance with the project schedule and budget. This includes directing and coordinating an engineering design team and/or subcontractor activities in accordance with project/client procedures, scope of work, project cost control, client/vendor/contractor interface, and contract specifications. The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact with the client for all project-related activities and communication.

This individual is expected to fulfill the requirements of the position and understands that the design process includes visiting clients’ facilities where they may be expected to perform physical work.

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to accomplish each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• BS degree in Engineering discipline;
  Chemical preferred. Other degrees may be considered based on past project experiences.
• Ten (10) years minimum project management or project engineering experience in Chemical or Petrochemical industries, including scope, budget, schedule and construction oversight.
• Provide project management of multi-disciplined engineering projects and maintain responsibility for overall execution of work.
• Establish project schedule and budget and execute and monitor progress in meeting schedule, budget and contractual requirements.
• Anticipate project staffing needs and provide input to selection of project team members.
• Establish objectives and provide performance feedback for project team members.
• Work collaboratively and build effective relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively across all levels within the organization.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Manage multiple projects.
• Travel as required for field work and/or other client/business objectives.
• Work with clients to develop scope, resolve conflicts, and build relationships.
• Actively promote, support, and monitor Chemstress’ safety policies and the safety policies of our clients.
• Document and execute changes in scope of project.
• Anticipate problems and work with the client, engineering, OEM's, subcontractors, and project team to provide corrective actions.
• Act as technical resource for team and actively coach junior engineers and designers.
• Create concepts and provide options to solve complex process problems.
• Coordinate feasibility level scope and cost estimates as well as detailed design and project execution.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to clients regarding project related items.
• Ensure that Chemstress and the clients QC procedures are followed.
• Lead data gathering, design reviews, installs, checkout/startups and troubleshooting efforts associated with project work.
• Proficient in MS Project, Word, Excel and able to review drawings using various CAD packages.
• Experience with managing contractors and vendors.
• Experience with managing capital engineering service projects.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Authorizes a background investigation, including verification of past employment, criminal history, and educational background.
• Submits to a drug test post offer.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license.
• Accepts that this position may require some domestic overnight travel.
• Willingness to commute to office location at least 3 days per week.
• Ability to collaborate with others in an on-site, team…