Construction Project Lead — Petrochemical Capital Projects

Draslovka; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Strong Inclusion & Diversity Initiives

Job summary

Draslovka’s Memphis, TN plant seeks a Construction Manager to oversee capital project field execution, ensure constructability input, and drive problem solving through all phases of projects. You will interface with project teams, plant personnel, and contractors to meet objectives and manage cost, scope, and schedule.

The role emphasizes contractor safety, QA/QC adherence, and smooth turnover to operations, with involvement in invoicing and project closure in collaboration with Project Managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5–7+ years of experience in the chemical, petrochemical, or power industry preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage conflict effectively while maintaining positive relationships.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Ability to facilitate troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts and team meetings.
• Experience with/ability to read construction drawings, P&IDs, and piping isometrics.

Responsibilities

• Provide constructability input during project design phases.
• Determine project contracting strategy for field activities.
• Host bid reviews and preconstruction kick-off meetings with selected contractors.
• Develop and track project construction schedules in coordination with Project Managers, Field Contract Administration, and contractors.
• Negotiate and process field RFIs and change orders, assessing their impact on the budget and timeline.
• Implement creative problem solving for issues experienced in construction to prevent delays or budget overages.
• Oversee site construction operations by conducting regular site walks to monitor progress, labor productivity, and quality of work.
• Ensure contractor safety throughout project construction.
• Work with the Capital Quality Assurance Leader to ensure all QA/QC requirements are met.
• Ensure smooth project turnover to operations.
• Assist Project Managers and Project Controls with invoicing and project closure.

Skills

Communication

Conflict management

Team facilitation

Read drawings & P&IDs

Troubleshooting

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Draslovka’s Memphis, TN plant seeks a Construction Manager to oversee capital project field execution, ensure constructability input, and drive problem solving through all phases of projects. You will interface with project teams, plant personnel, and contractors to meet objectives and manage cost, scope, and schedule.

The role emphasizes contractor safety, QA/QC adherence, and smooth turnover to operations, with involvement in invoicing and project closure in collaboration with Project Managers.