Project Manager, Operations Management, Project & Program Management

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay rate of $106.19/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

Experienced Engineering and Project Management professional with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and more than 10 years of proven success leading capital projects in refining, petrochemical, oil, and gas environments. Highly skilled in planning, designing, executing, and overseeing complex projects while ensuring compliance with technical specifications, safety requirements, quality standards, schedules, and budget objectives. Experienced working on-site in refinery operations and collaborating closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Procurement, Contractors, and Executive Leadership to successfully deliver projects throughout the full project lifecycle.

Demonstrated expertise in Front-End Loading (FEL), stage-gate reviews, Project Execution Plans, contracting strategy development, procurement, risk management, cost control, scheduling, construction oversight, commissioning, startup, and project closeout. Proven ability to assemble and lead high-performing project teams, manage engineering, contractors, and maintain accountability for project performance from concept through completion.

Strong background interfacing with refinery stakeholders to secure critical input and alignment during project planning, development, procurement, risk evaluation and mitigation, cost and schedule management, and safe project execution. Experienced in change management, vendor management, and cash flow forecasting. developing and tracking KPIs, adhering to quality control processes, and ensuring project goals are met safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.

Recognized for exceptional leadership, communication, presentation, negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Proven ability to perform effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and drive successful project outcomes while fostering a strong safety culture and maintaining compliance with federal, state, local, industry, and company requirements. Possesses working knowledge of industry-recommended practices, design methodologies, QA/QC standards, regulatory requirements, and refinery operations. Committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering projects that exceed stakeholder expectations.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

10+ years of Project Management experience in refining, petrochemical, oil, and gas industries

5+ years of experience as a Project Manager with sole accountability for project delivery

Expertise in FEL development, gate reviews, and management approval processes

Development and execution of Project Execution Plans

Capital project planning, design, execution, commissioning, and closeout

Cost estimating, budget management, forecasting, and cash flow analysis

Schedule development, monitoring, and performance management

Contracting strategy, contractor selection, bid evaluation, and contract administration

Vendor, fabricator, and specialty contractor management

Risk management planning and mitigation

Quality assurance and quality control oversight

Refinery stakeholder engagement and cross-functional team leadership

Safety leadership and incident‑free project execution

KPI development and project performance measurement

Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices

Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, leadership, and problem‑solving skills

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and/or PMP Certification preferred but not required