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Seconded Senior Capex Project Manager


Spencer Ogden
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Seconded Senior Capex Project Manager

Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Seconded (Owners Rep) Senior Capex Project Manager to join our Engineering group to execute large capital projects for the company. This remote-based position will report to the Director of Engineering.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:


  • Effectively manage the design, construction, commissioning, and start-up of domestic capital projects ($20MM to $60MM in size). Projects include the upgrade and expansion of existing facilities as well as new facilities.
  • Prepare project scopes, cost estimates, authorization requests and schedules along with basic engineering and detailed design construction packages
  • Direct and manage project execution by safely performing the work defined in the project plan to achieve stated objectives
  • Coordinate and lead internal / external teams and third-party engineering firms
  • Anticipate and identify areas of risk and mitigate through proactive risk assessments and implementation of countermeasure / mitigation strategies
  • Use established PM tools and techniques (cash flow projections, scope / schedule control, etc.) to stay within authorized budget limits and achieve the overall project and organizational objectives (safety, quality, capacity, timing, etc.)
  • Effectively communicate project status to stakeholders and senior leadership via steering team meetings and other communication updates
  • Domestic travel requirements estimated to be 30%

In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
  • A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant engineering discipline
  • A minimum of 20 years' experience in managing large capital projects in the specialty chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, or food industries
  • Proven ability to successfully design, construct and commission capital equipment and systems in operating chemical plants
  • Project scheduling (MS Project, Primavera, etc.), cost control and cost forecasting skills
  • Demonstrated SAP or equivalent experience
  • Working understanding of P&IDs along with a basic understanding of industry and governmental standards for design and construction
  • Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of MS Office Suite
  • Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills, including a demonstrated ability to lead multi-discipline teams and motivate others

The following are considered a plus:
  • Corporate-level owner-side large project management experience encompassing all project phases (FEL, detailed design, construction, commissioning)
  • Master of Science degree in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Additional formal Project Management certification (e.g., PMI or CII)
  • Licensed Professional Engineer
  • Capital project estimating skills
  • Hands-on field experience in chemical manufacturing facilities with process and equipment commissioning, safety reviews, performance testing, and troubleshooting
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Seconded Senior Capex Project Manager
Spencer Ogden
Statesville
8 days ago
N/A
Contract / Freelance / Self-employed

Seconded Senior Capex Project Manager