Project Manager

Imerys; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Rewards package

Job summary

Imerys in Chesapeake, VA, invites applications for a Project Manager to lead planning, engineering, and execution of plant-site projects. You will act as the primary authority for project success, managing project employees and coordinating schedules with production.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) and 8–10 years of heavy-industrial experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SAP, and Google Workspace is essential, with a goal of strict safety and budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 8–10 years of related technical experience, ideally in heavy industrial, fully automated process plants.

Responsibilities

• Budget & Financial Control: Manage annual capital (CapEx) and miscellaneous projects with an approximate budget of $2–3 million, overseeing roughly 20 projects per year.
• Project Engineering & Execution: Plan, organize, and integrate engineering projects from initial technical studies to final installation and commissioning.
• Review designs and schedules to ensure compliance with engineering principles and standards.
• Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
• Coordinate equipment installation with active plant production to minimize disruption.
• Champion a zero lost-time safety culture and ensure compliance with MSHA regulations and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate site drawings, specifications, and project reports.

Skills

AutoCAD

Project leadership

Report writing

Presentation skills

Data analysis

SAP

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP

Google Workspace

Job description

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Project Manager

Job Summary

Based at our manufacturing plant in Chesapeake, VA, as the Project Manager, you will lead the planning, engineering, and execution of plant site projects. You will act as the primary authority for ensuring projects are completed successfully, managing project employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Budget & Financial Control: Manage annual capital (CapEx) and miscellaneous projects with an approximate budget of $2–3 million, overseeing roughly 20 projects per year. Use SAP financial software to track expenditures and budgets monthly.
• Project Engineering & Execution: Plan, organize, and integrate engineering projects, from initial technical studies and design to final installation and commissioning.
• Review all designs and schedules to ensure they meet engineering
• Principles, Company Standards, Local Standards, And Contract Requirements: Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
• Operations Coordination: Align new equipment installation schedules with active plant production operations to minimize disruption.
• Safety & Compliance: Champion a "zero lost-time" safety culture, ensuring all work complies with MSHA regulations and environmental standards for air, water, and soil.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate site drawings, specifications, and project reports.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 8–10 years of related technical experience, ideally in heavy industrial, fully automated process plants.

Technical Skills

• Advanced AutoCAD proficiency to manage and develop plant drawings (layouts, fabrication details, process flows, utilities).
• Expertise in mathematical, statistical, and advanced engineering concepts (structural, hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical power distribution).
• Regulatory Knowledge: Ability to interpret MSHA regulations, building codes (International Building/Fire/Mechanical), and Federal/State environmental permits.
• Core Competencies: Strong leadership, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to define problems, analyze data, and draw actionable conclusions.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to climb stairs (up to 9 floors), work at heights and in confined spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Software

Proficiency in Google Workspace, AutoCad, and SAP.

Industry Expertise

Relevant Industries: Cement Production, Mining Processes.

• Conveyors: Airsides, Screw Auger, Bucket Elevator, Belt, Roller
• Pneumatic, Scalping Screens, Crushers, Weigh Feeders, Ball Mills, Separator/Classifiers, Dust Collectors, Storage Silos, Packaging Systems.

Success Metrics

• Maintaining strict financial control of the CapEx budget.
• Ensuring 100% adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Completing projects on time and within scope.
• Effectively motivating personnel and contractors to maintain high safety and quality

The target base salary for this position is $125,000 - 150,000 per year, depending on education and experience, plus an annual performance bonus and a comprehensive rewards package.

Position Type

Full time

Permanent

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.

IMERYS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.