I&E Project Manager - Pacifica Continental

Position Overview:

Our client, a leading producer of chemical intermediates and surfactants, is seeking an I&E Project Manager for their Port Neches, Texas site. This key role assumes responsibility, authority, and accountability for large-scale capital projects ranging from $500M to $50MM, leading diverse teams throughout each project's lifecycle. The Project Manager will oversee the complete execution of projects, ensuring they meet targets for cost management, resource allocation, timelines, and functionality. Additionally, the role may involve serving as the lead Mechanical Design Engineer on assigned projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively manage and execute capital and expense projects, aligning engineering and construction resources with project schedules and budgets.
• Collaborate with the Front End Loading Engineering Manager to develop new project concepts that align with site execution processes.
• Conduct and participate in scope reviews, develop project justifications, and create presentations for site and senior leadership.
• Offer technical solutions to plant issues within your area of expertise.
• Lead project workflow implementation, using both internal and external resources, to achieve effective and efficient project execution.
• Meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to Safety, Schedule, Cost, and Operational Performance to ensure project execution.
• Ensure projects comply with safety and environmental standards, including conducting Process Safety Management reviews and maintaining required documentation.
• Communicate project status updates consistently to site and corporate stakeholders.
• Oversee all aspects of project scope, including cost estimation, engineering design, drafting, construction, commissioning, documentation, and training.
• Comply with integrated management systems regarding safety, food safety, GMP, health, environmental quality, and responsible care standards.
• Work on-site regularly, with flexibility to work additional hours if required, to support daily production goals.
• Collaborate effectively with team members of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Support company goals and adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives and training.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering REQUIRED
• At least 10 years of electrical engineering experience preferred with knowledge of instrumentation, controls, and electrical distribution.
• Experience in front-end and detailed design project functions is advantageous.
• Familiarity with project execution staged gate processes is preferred.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). Eligibility and requirements can be found at (https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic).
• CAPM certification is preferred; PMP or PgMP certification is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Internet, Email, Microsoft Office, project scheduling software (such as Primavera P6 and MS Project), and SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, presentation, planning, and organizational skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills, with a strategic, analytical approach to identifying optimal solutions.
• Ability to build relationships and lead cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in engineering principles, environmental regulations, project management, workplace safety, budgeting, and personnel management.
• Knowledge of high-power electrical distribution systems (up to 69kV), distributed control systems (Foxboro and DeltaV), and process instrumentation/control system design.

What can we offer you?

The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation and will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package which includes: medical, vision and dental, basic life insurance, AD&D insurance, and 401k. Here, you can make an impact and make a difference. Come join us!