Project Manager at Wood PLC in Narrows, Virginia

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION



Requires a minimum of 10-15 years of Project Manager experience managing $50K to $5M+ construction/engineering projects.



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
• 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 (Celanese or Contract) to execute the project
• 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 reviews as required
• Act as role model for other less experienced engineers and mentor/coach as appropriate
• Prepare progress reports as needed

• Candidate must have a BS degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical), with 10-15+ years of industry related experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of successful project management practices such as cost control, estimating, scheduling, safe project execution, 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
• Requires strong MS Office, financial accounting, and use of spreadsheets
• SAP & Microsoft Project knowledge preferred