Capital Project Manager - Automation

LyondellBasell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental, Vision & EAP

401(k) match 6%

Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

LyondellBasell is seeking a Capital Project Manager to lead a portfolio of capital projects across APS manufacturing sites. You will drive projects from concept through startup, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Required is a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 7+ years in manufacturing or capital project execution, with experience in material handling and automation. Travel ~25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or capital project execution.
• Experience managing material handling, warehousing, packaging, logistics, or other manufacturing automation projects.
• Willingness to travel ~25% to APS sites and supplier locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of capital projects across APS manufacturing sites from concept through startup and closeout.
• Develop and manage project scopes, estimates, schedules, budgets, risks, and execution plans.
• Deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with site teams to develop and implement automation solutions that support operational needs.
• Coordinate operations, IT/OT, engineering partners, suppliers, contractors, and system integrators through design, commissioning, startup, and transition to site ownership.

Skills

PMP certification

Project management

Risk management

Automation projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PMP certification

Tools

SAP

MS Project

WMS/WES/WCS interfaces

Job description

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

The Capital Project Manager leads a portfolio of capital projects across LyondellBasell's Advanced Polymer Solutions (APS) manufacturing sites. Projects support safety, reliability, capacity, manufacturing improvement, and automation objectives. A significant portion of the portfolio consists of material handling and logistics automation projects including material receiving, packaging, palletizing, warehousing, and related manufacturing systems. These projects improve safety, ergonomics, productivity, and fixed-cost performance. The successful candidate will manage projects from concept through startup, coordinating internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.

Location: The preferred candidate will be based within reasonable proximity to one of our APS sites in the United States or Mexico.

A Day in the Life

• Manage a portfolio of capital projects across APS manufacturing sites, leading projects from concept development and funding approval through execution, startup, and closeout.
• Develop and manage project scopes, estimates, schedules, budgets, risks, and execution plans.
• Deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with site teams to develop and implement automation solutions that support operational and business needs.
• Coordinate operations, IT/OT, engineering partners, suppliers, contractors, and system integrators through design, commissioning, startup, and transition to site ownership.
• Lead project reviews, startup readiness activities, and stakeholder communications throughout project execution.

This position requires approximately 25% travel to APS manufacturing sites and supplier locations.

You Bring This Value

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or capital project execution
• Experience managing multiple capital projects simultaneously in an active manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing material handling, warehousing, packaging, logistics, or other manufacturing automation projects
• PMP certification preferred.

Technical & Project Management Expertise

• Knowledge of phased-gate project execution methodologies.
• Working knowledge of project controls, including estimating, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, and cost control.
• Experience managing equipment procurement, contractors, and construction activities.
• Familiarity with MOC processes, engineering standards, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing automation technologies and system integration approaches.
• Understanding of warehouse and material handling automation systems, including WMS/WES/WCS interfaces, material flow logic, inventory transactions, and equipment handoffs.

What We Offer

Why LyondellBasell?

Safety First: We’re a safety-driven organization where your well-being is our top priority.

Grow With Us: We’re passionate about your personal and professional development-your growth is our success!

Innov

Great Compensation Package

Competitive salary, merit increases + STI %

• Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match of 6%
• Retirement (Pension) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Vacation and Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• ate Together: Collaborate with a dynamic team to create smart, forward-thinking solutions that make a real impact.

Competencies

• Build Partnerships
• Deliver Results
• Drive Innovation
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational Fit
• Technical Skills

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