Mechanical Project Manager

NES Fircroft; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the oil and energy sector is seeking a Senior Capital Projects Manager to lead and oversee critical projects within a petrochemical facility. This role involves managing projects from the design phase through to completion, ensuring they are executed efficiently and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering, along with hands-on experience in capital projects. This position offers the opportunity to work onsite with a dedicated team, tackling challenges and ensuring successful project outcomes in a dynamic environment. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for project management, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing smaller capital projects in an industrial facility.
• Technical proficiency in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital projects from design to completion, ensuring efficiency.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver projects within scope and budget.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Holistic Project View

Education

Technical background in Mechanical Engineering

Technologist in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

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Job Title: Capital Projects Manager

Location: Petrochemical Facility

Schedule: Onsite 4 days/week, 10 hours/day

Responsibilities:

• Manage Capital Projects: Oversee projects from the design engineering phase through to completion, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and close-out.
• Project Types: Lead projects such as pressure vessel replacements, infrastructure upgrades, piping system replacements, building refurbishments, and rotating equipment replacements.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with a team to deliver on the annual sustaining portfolio, ensuring projects are executed within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with teams across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Problem Solving: Tackle and resolve challenges that arise during project delivery, ensuring efficiency and successful project outcomes.

Requirements:

• Educational Background: Technical background in Mechanical Engineering or Technologist (Chemical Engineering is an alternative).
• Experience: Industrial facility background with experience on smaller capital projects (not just large-scale mega projects).
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience in the field with capital projects. Experience with SAP ERP is preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and the ability to view projects holistically (seeing the big picture).
• Work Schedule: Onsite 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts.
• Soft Skills: Ability to manage complex projects, ensuring they stay on schedule and maintain a focus on safety and quality.

Preferences:

• Experience: Prior experience in an industrial facility environment.
• Software: Experience with SAP ERP is a significant asset.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Project Management

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing