Project Manager
Wood PLC

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.

Authorization to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate front-end work leading up to the capital design phase of the project (FEL 2).
• Lead the development of overall project scope, execution strategy, and cost estimate for funds request.
• Execute project while meeting safety, cost, and schedule goals.
• 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.
• Manage the execution of the project through remaining stages and gates (FEL 3 to project close-out)
• Leads decisions on contracting strategy and selection of contractor(s).
• Provides services and support for pre-startup and commissioning activities.
• Responsible for final close out reporting and all documentation required for the project.
• Set up cost control in SAP and manage cost, schedule, and scope within corporate guidelines.
• Perform Engineering review as required.
• Act as role model for other less experienced engineers and mentor/coach as appropriate.
• Prepare progress reports as needed.

• Candidate should have a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, with 10+ years of industry related experience and 5+ years' experience managing projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of successful project management practices including earned value, change management, project controls, 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 projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of IPA's stage and gate work process for project management.
• 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 industry pertinent engineering standards.