M&E Project Director | Starboard

THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in materials science is seeking a Project Director for the Power, Utilities & Infrastructure project. This role involves leading project phases, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing a diverse team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management and a background in engineering, with a focus on delivering sustainable solutions.

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay

Competitive retirement program

Employee stock programs

Global Paid Time Off policies

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Experience with capital projects from inception to successful start-up.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team accountable for project results.
• Develop project scope and ensure stakeholder alignment.
• Monitor project schedule and ensure adherence to EH&S goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration.If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About You and this Role

Dow has an exciting and challenging opportunity available for a Project Director to lead the Power, Utilities & Infrastructure (PUI) project scopes as part of the US Gulf Coast Starboard program.

This project consists of Dow and 3rd Party executed elements and is part of the $2B+ Growth program for Dow's Industrial Solutions business located in Freeport, TX, otherwise known as the Starboard Program. This is an enabling project which supports the power, utilities, and infrastructure needed to support the new EO and derivative capacities.

In this role, you will have responsibility and accountability for the overall project results and achievement of goals & objectives as they relate to the business opportunity and are achieved in a safe, economical, and timely manner. Project Management is the key role to lead the cross functional project team through all phases of the project. Experience in all project phases including Front End Loading, Design, Procurement, Construction, and Start Up is expected.

Interfaces between multiple organizations both internally and externally have to be managed actively. This specific opportunity includes leadership during all execution phases of the $0.6B+ project scopes ensuring that the defined business / site benefits and objectives are fully realized. It also includes the project oversight for the Build, Own, Operate (BOO) scope for the 3rd Party installations as integral part of the Starboard program.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the leader of the project team accountable for project results and for the implementation of and adherence to all relevant work processes. May serve as a leader for program of projects to meet a business objective.
• Develops project scope to meet the needs of the business opportunity and ensures stakeholders are aligned upon the scope through functional reviews. Ensures cost estimate adequately represents project scope and managing spending within the approved budgets and spending plans.
• Works closely with business leadership to secure funding through the authorization process.
• Ensures project schedule is based upon sound data and aligned with business objectives. Monitors progress closely against baseline plans.
• Ensures EH&S plans are developed and implemented to meet EH&S goals, including construction safety.
• Ensures plans are in place to allow for smooth transition of the project to Operations and Maintenance.
• In partnership with the respective Tech Centers Subject Matter Experts (SME), manages and leads the development of the Technology Implementation Planto define the process technology and the capital and operating cost required to support the business opportunity.
• Works with department leaders to secure lead resources and once assigned ensures staffing plans are developed and monitored against plan.
• Provides effective communication and coordination between the project team and key stakeholders. In doing so provide regular updates on scope, objectives / goals, cost, progress vs. plan and risks.
• Uses and enforces project change management program including securing Delegation of Authority (DoA) approvals per the process.
• Fosters a work environment with a high level of integrity and strong safety focus that embraces diversity and inclusion, innovation and sustainability, and continuous improvement and empowerment.
• Provides leadership and coaching for less experienced project personnel.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E6 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience (i.e. manufacturing or engineering, etc.).
• Prior experience with capital projects from inception to successful start-up.
• Willing and able to travel to support business and project needs.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship / support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Skills

• A bachelor's degree or higher in engineering.
• Project Management Certification.
• Understanding of the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) process including development, front end loading, procurement, construction, safety, start-up and operations.
• Experience with Outsourced Projects.
• Solid interpersonal skills and communication abilities in order to effectively interact with a wide range of roles at varying levels within the company.
• Strong decision making skills and leadership qualities.

Additional Notes

• The preferred location for this position is the U.S. Gulf Coast. Eventual relocation to Dow's Freeport, TX facility may be required during the construction and commissioning phase of the project.
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for this role and may be provided based on eligibility.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you : your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee :

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
• Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies : Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents). Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured. Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE : DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting .

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career.