On-Site Engineering Project Manager (Contract)

Chemstress Consultant Company; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemstress Consultant Company is seeking an On-Site Engineering Project Manager (Contract) to lead and coordinate a 6+ month site project in Waukegan, IL. The role emphasizes on-site execution, interfacing with operations, maintenance, EHS, quality, procurement, and finance to ensure successful project delivery.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of project engineering in manufacturing, with 5+ years leading large-capex projects ($500k to $5MM).

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Reliability Engineering preferred.
• 7+ years' project engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in liquid coating or chemical process industries.
• 5+ years' experience leading projects from Conceptual to Implementation, with records of leading $500k to $5MM USD CapEx Projects.

Responsibilities

• Detailed Engineering & Procurement Support
• Construction & Execution Management
• Closeout & Handover
• Communication & Reporting
• Change Management & Controls

Skills

Project management

Industrial engineering

Construction coordination

Leadership

Education

BS in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial/Reliability)

Job description

Position:On-Site Engineering Project Manager (Contract)

Location: Waukegan, IL

Job Id:226

# of Openings:0

Summary:

We are looking for a Project Manager to work on-site at a client facility in Waukegan, OH. This contract is estimated to last approximately 6 months, with a possibility of extension. In addition to project management, the Project Manager may also be responsible for leading the construction activities at the site and coordinating with the main contractors/subcontractors to ensure successful execution of the project. Candidates for this position should have large-scale plant and industrial chemical experience. This is an ON-SITE position and remote candidates cannot be considered.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to accomplish each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Professional Qualifications:

BS degree in and Engineering discipline; Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial ,or Reliability Engineering preferred. Other degrees may be considered based on past project experiences.

Minimum seven (7) years' project engineering experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in liquid coating or chemical process industries.

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience leading projects from Conceptual to Implementation, with proven records of leading %500k to $5MM USD CapEx Projects

Reporting Structure/Decision Authority:

The Consultant EPM reports to the Regional Engineering Manager (REM).

Acts as the day-to-day execution lead and interfaces with Operations, Maintenance, EHS, Quality, Procurement, and Finance.

Authorized to coordinateproject activities and contractor/vendor interfaces.

Authorized to manageday-to-day execution within approved scope, budget, and schedule baselines.

Authorized to recommend actions related to scope, cost, schedule, risk, and quality; prepare change requests for approval.

Core Responsibilities:

Detailed Engineering & Procurement Support

Construction & Execution Management

Closeout & Handover

Communication & Reporting

Change Management & Controls

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction

Must be willing to relocate to the project site for the duration of the contract (near Waukegan, IL)

• Authorizes a background investigation, including verification of past employment, criminal history, and educational background
• Submits to a drug test post offer
• Possesses a valid driver's license
• Ability to collaborate with others in an on-site, team environment
• Demonstrate reliable, consistent, and punctual work-site attendance
• Ability to utilize the required technology such as computers, phones, and tablets to complete job duties
• Must be an organized, self-starter who can independently manage time effectivelyHave the ability to handle varying workloads and the variable stress-levels associated with said workload
• Ability to meet the quality and productivity standards required by the company

Location: On-site in Waukegan, IL

Job type: Contract, estimated 6+ months

Start date: Second week of October 2026

Pay: 150K-175K ($72.12 - $83.14 per hour)

Chemstress Consultant Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Chemstress does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

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