Senior Project & Process Engineer

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Senior Project & Process Engineer

Apply: remote type On-site locations Haverhill, United Kingdom; time type Full time; posted on Posted 2 Days Ago; job requisition id R7485

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager - II is the primary accountable for end-to-end execution of assigned Capital projects ranging from $5M to $10M, with potential execution of projects up to $15M. The role involves collaboration with leadership, technology, maintenance, operations, engineering, safety, and quality teams. The Project Manager ensures capital project implementation, status reporting, and optimal utilization of site/external engineering teams, adhering to site and corporate processes. This position requires substantial expertise and experience, capable of leading complex projects across different business units.

Responsibilities/Description

• Coordinate with Project Sponsor and Divisional Engineering Director to develop Business Objectives Letter.
• Lead and contribute to developing project objectives.
• Coordinate with Site and Regional Engineering Managers to develop project execution strategies aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with Finance to develop economic models supporting project justification and prioritization.
• Assess project team capabilities, identify gaps, and support staffing needs.
• Provide leadership to ensure clear roles, manageable workloads, and effective cross-functional communication.
• Drive external engineering collaborations efficiently.
• Engage regularly with the steering team for alignment, issue resolution, and status updates.
• Define and monitor Key Performance Indicators, communicating results to stakeholders.
• Guide Process Engineers and Manufacturing Technology teams in data development and quality assurance.
• Facilitate Value Improving Practices and ensure implementation of minimum essential solutions.
• Guide design teams across disciplines, identify deliverables, and resolve design challenges.
• Ensure all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) reviews and Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements are incorporated.
• Advise on Inherently Safer Processes and engage Process Hazard Analysis experts as needed.
• Oversee Front-End Loading (FEL) process, ensuring quality and completeness of deliverables.
• Lead evaluations of scope alternatives, risk analyses, and mitigation planning.
• Manage project gatekeeping reviews and early engagement with sourcing for contracting strategies.
• Drive vendor selection and manage site staffing for commissioning and start-up activities.
• Ensure schedules align with supply chain and operational needs, including outages.
• Oversee field construction activities, safety plans, and compliance with safety standards.
• Perform safety audits, develop construction schedules, and manage contractor adherence.
• Develop detailed cost estimates and maintain integrated project schedules.
• Conduct critical path analysis, prepare funding requests, and monitor expenditures.
• Champion the 'no change' policy, ensuring only justified modifications are approved.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Process or related engineering fields (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Bio-Tech, Food Technology).
• Strong understanding of Stage Gated Capital Execution process.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects with overlapping schedules.
• Excellent decision-making and leadership skills in diverse, multifunctional teams.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in capital project management and execution in active production environments.
• Track record managing projects over $5M.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.

Training / Certifications

• Construction Safety Rules & Regulations (OSHA 510 or equivalent).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

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