Engineering Project Manager

Job Title: Engineering Project Manager

Location: Houston/Channelview, Tx

Pay Rate: $65/hr (+benefits)

Assignment Length: 6-month W2 Contract

Schedule: Mon-Fri (7am-4pm)

Industry: Oil & Gas

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Position Summary

The Project Engineering Manager will oversee the collaboration between engineering disciplines third party engineering contractors suppliers and the owners engineering team Responsibilities include defining client scope coordinating the engineering team to ensure deliverables completeness supporting project engineering schedules and managing cost efficiency among all disciplines The role also entails the preparation of closeout reports and documentation transfer following plant acceptance Clear and timely project status reporting is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure successful implementation of engineering deliverables to achieve mechanical completion with zero incidents adhering to timelines and budget
• Address technical queries from company and partner engineering teams by engaging project and site team members ensuring vendor and contractor queries are resolved
• Develop detailed engineering plans processes and procedures for engineering teams
• Monitor timely completion of engineering deliverables with partners and manage review cycles
• Control manhour consumption within budget and ensure Management of Change protocols are followed
• Prepare monthly progress reports for review by the Project Manager before sharing with stakeholders
• Keep supervisors informed on project activities and ensure lessons learned from past projects are documented to prevent repetition
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards in specifications prepared by partners
• Oversee the review of engineering deliverables and ensure quality is maintained within scheduled timelines
• Conduct weekly discussions with Project and Site team members about progress and concerns
• Engage with partners regularly for lead talks biweekly updates and project steering meetings
• Attend pre-bid meetings kickoff meetings and other relevant progress review sessions
• Lead on fit-for-purpose engineering with various teams and participate in risk review sessions for identification and mitigation of risks

Experience Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience in capital projects is required with a preference for candidates having experience in project management and/or project engineering within the Circular and Low Carbon Solutions business This role will also involve the retrofit and repurposing of existing assets.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field 4-year level
• PMP certification preferred

Work Experience

• At least 10 years of experience with large or mega projects in the chemical process industry or a related field
• General knowledge of all PMP stage-gated phases of engineering and construction
• TWIC card required due to work location along the Houston Ship Channel

Top Three Essential Skills

• Stakeholder management impact and influence
• Ability to interface between EPCM partners and project teams
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Pre-Screen Questions for Candidates

1. Have you executed large or mega-capital projects value MM, if so in what capacity?
2. What experience do you have working in a petrochemical or refining facility?
3. Have you worked on both the client and EPCM sides?
4. Do you have a working knowledge of the EPCM model?

Additional Notes

• Assignment Duration Indefinite potential for multiyear assignment
• Work Arrangement Hybrid initial onsite training and onboarding required relocation not provided
• Worksite Locations HEC in Channelview and KBR office in downtown Houston
• Shift Hours Core hours are 9 AM to 3 PM typical hours are 7 AM to 4 PM
• Position Conversion Potential Yes, this position is likely to convert to a fulltime role
• Interview Format In person

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