Project Lead/Manager - Shreveport, LA

S&B; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

S&B is seeking a Project Leader/Project Manager to provide on-site leadership for engineering projects from concept through field completion, commissioning, and start-up at the client facility.

You will partner with design/engineering, procurement, and construction teams to deliver scope safely, on schedule, and within budget, focusing on brownfield execution and effective owner–contractor coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• 3+ years in project engineer/PM in refining, petrochemical, or industrial facilities.
• Strong ability to manage brownfield projects, field coordination, and owner-contractor interface.
• Capable of developing project scopes and supporting early planning.
• Knowledge of project controls, scheduling, and execution planning preferred.
• Committed to safety, quality, and responsive client service.
• Willing to work in the field and travel to job sites.
• Pass background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope development, FEED through final appropriation and field execution
• Manage adherence to schedule and budget and scope changes
• Offer innovative solutions to client
• Assist with bid packages, technical evaluations, and procurement of engineered equipment
• Capable to handle multiple projects at different phases of execution at one time
• Continuous improvement by leveraging best practices, client standards, and lessons learned
• Develop project execution plans

Skills

Communication

Organization

Relationship management

Brownfield execution

Scope development

Project controls

Schedule coordination

Execution planning

Safety focus

Self-motivation

Field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

OVERVIEW

The successful candidate will provide leadership for project development and execution. Deliver on commitments with respect to safety, cost, schedule, quality and capacity. Provide single point leadership during project execution and provide support to client engineering staff, and construction contractors. Deliver the project scope safely and be a role model for the project process and safety goals of the client. Working on site at the client’s facility participating on engineering projects from original concept to field completion, commissioning, and start-up, this includes working with other members of the Design/Engineering Team as well as other discipline groups within and external to the facility.

OVERVIEW

The successful candidate will provide leadership for project development and execution. Deliver on commitments with respect to safety, cost, schedule, quality and capacity. Provide single point leadership during project execution and provide support to client engineering staff, and construction contractors. Deliver the project scope safely and be a role model for the project process and safety goals of the client. Working on site at the client’s facility participating on engineering projects from original concept to field completion, commissioning, and start-up, this includes working with other members of the Design/Engineering Team as well as other discipline groups within and external to the facility.

ABOUT S&B

S&B is an exceptional full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, proudly maintaining private ownership and operation for over five decades. With our extensive experience, we have successfully undertaken diverse projects across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Energy Transition, Power, and Pulp & Paper. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to safety, timely project completion, and cost-effective solutions. Our proven track record speaks for itself, as we consistently deliver outstanding results while adhering to the highest industry standards. Moreover, our company culture is unparalleled, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. At S&B, we understand the value of our talented team, and we ensure they are rewarded accordingly. We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program to attract and retain the best professionals in the field.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The PL/PM is responsible for the overall quality and timeliness of the work from all discipline personnel assigned to the area, and the coordination of the discipline leads.

EDUCATION

Normally requires a four-year BS degree in Engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline preferred or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Three plus years (preferred) of demonstrated experience as a Project Engineer, Project Manager, or similar project execution role in refining, petrochemical, or industrial facilities.
• Strong understanding of brownfield project execution, field coordination, and owner-contractor interface management.
• Ability to develop project scopes and support early project planning activities.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with site operations, maintenance, engineering, construction, and contractor personnel.
• Working knowledge of project controls, schedule coordination, and execution planning is preferred.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and responsive client service.
• Ability to work independently. Self-starter.
• Must be willing and able to work in the field.
• All candidates must pass background checks and drug screening.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage scope development, FEED through final appropriation and field execution
• Manage adherence to schedule and budget and scope changes
• Offer innovative solutions to client
• Assist with bid packages, technical evaluations, and procurement of engineered equipment
• Capable to handle multiple projects at different phases of execution at one time
• Continuous improvement by leveraging best practices, client standards, and lessons learned
• Develop project execution plans

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Job success often hinges upon interpersonal communication and relationship development skills, and job tasks require frequent interchange, and successful completion depends in large part upon effective interaction and communication with others.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally, will conduct or participate in field trips to existing plants. This requires the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance. Lifting of 25 pounds may be required. It also requires clear close and distance vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normal work environment will be a business office with moderate noise. Frequently, will conduct or participate in construction meetings at job sites in operating plants. This may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, work near moving mechanical parts, vibration, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals and airborne particles.