Plant Manager

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company (CB&I) seeks a Plant Manager Fabrication Operations to lead the fabrication shop, set production schedules, manage budgets, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance across the facility.

The role requires deep experience in fabrication, subcontracting, and cross-functional leadership to drive strategic objectives and optimize performance for the shop and regional operations. This position is based in the United States and emphasizes strong operational leadership.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level operations experience (15–20 years since degree, 10+ years in ops).
• 10+ years in an Operational role.
• Experience in managing fabrication subcontracts and vendor(s).
• High degree of computer literacy (Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Manage OH costs and recoveries to meet business plan.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all shop fabrication activities, and coordination with accounting, billing, contract administration, equipment, government compliance, human resources, procurement, project controls, and project management personnel to ensure production effectiveness, efficiency and compliance.
• Establishes and maintains competitive production wage schedules and annual capital budgets.
• Drives overall fabrication marketing strategy and identifies opportunities for expanding regional services.
• Develops relationships with internal/external stakeholders to identify emerging needs and align objectives.
• Ensures project fabrication schedules are met and resources are allocated effectively.

Skills

Operational leadership

Budgeting

Vendor management

Advanced Excel

Project controls

Education

Engineering degree (preferred) / BS

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

The Plant Manager Fabrication Operations is a Manager role and reports directly to the Director of Operations. The role is responsible for the overall strategic, operational, financial, and functional performance of a Fabrication Facility (Shop). A Manager Fabrication Operations provides leadership to all professional, staff and production personnel in order to communicate strategic plans that support the organization’s mission and goals. The role establishes facility financial budgets and manage both project financial costs and facility overhead budgets. Responsible for all shop fabrication activities, and coordination with accounting, billing, contract administration, equipment, government compliance, human resources, procurement, project controls, and project management personnel to ensure production effectiveness, efficiency and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all shop fabrication activities, and coordination with accounting, billing, contract administration, equipment, government compliance, human resources, procurement, project controls, and project management personnel to ensure production effectiveness, efficiency and compliance
• Responsible to maintain all facility standards for maintenance, repairs, and capital improvements
• Establish and maintain fabrication production schedules
• Establishes and maintains competitive production wage schedules
• Establishes and manages annual capital investment budgets.
• Drives overall fabrication marketing strategy for the organization and is responsible for identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities for expanding regional services.
• Contributes to Fabrication operational strategy development
• Develops financial and operational objectives within own area and ensures plans are aligned with business objectives
• Development of direct reports with maintained succession plan for role
• Provide competitive fabrication cost estimates
• Quantify fabrication contract scope changes
• Develops relationships with key internal/external stakeholders to identify emerging needs
• Influences customer and/or organizational leadership to accomplish operational objectives
• Anticipates demands to align operational priorities
• Manages resources to ensure financial objectives are met
• Allocates staff and resources to meet objectives
• Assures day-to-day administration of employee and Company records
• Responsible for preparing and managing annual fabrication shop overhead budgets
• Drives overall fabrication marketing strategy for the organization and is responsible for identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities for expanding regional services

Qualifications

• Typically 15-20 years since first degree and 10+ years of relevant experience
• 10+ years in an Operational role
• Experience in managing fabrication subcontracts and vendor(s)
• High degree of computer literacy (Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.).
• Professional degree (Engineering or BS) preferred and/or equivalent work experience
• Typically 15-20 years since first degree and 10+ years of relevant experience
• 10+ years in an Operational role
• Experience in managing fabrication subcontracts and vendor(s)
• High degree of computer literacy (Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.).
• Manage OH costs and recoveries to meet business plan
• Development of direct reports with maintained succession plan for role
• Accountable to execute fabrication work within Project cost estimates and budgets
• Accountable to meet project fabrication schedules

Skills and Behaviors

• Business presence and polish
• Knowledge of CB&I products and markets
• Proactively identifies and solves the complex problems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Mentaly agile and ability to multi‑task and manage tight deadlines
• Proven negotiating ability with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organization
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• A mature business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results
• Exceptional communication and presentation skill, both written and verbal
• Ability to work and build credibility across the business, up to and including senior management level
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company’s values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment

Benefits

CB&I is proud to offer eligible employees a robust package of benefits, including major medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-matching program, FSA/HSA programs, long- and short‑term disability options, life insurance, and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full‑time or part‑time roles, location, or position.

In accordance with applicable local and state laws or regulations, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Please discuss any compensation‑related questions with your recruiter during the interview process.

Pay Range

USD - $135,000-$199,697/Annually