Project Manager

Kent Plc; Corpus Christi (TX); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Kent Plc is seeking a knowledgeable Project Manager based in Corpus Christi, TX, to oversee projects in petrochemical, refining, and energy markets. This role involves leading project execution, managing key indicators, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of project management experience in the Oil & Gas sector, along with exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years direct management experience in projects.
• 15 years experience in the Oil & Gas sector, particularly with EPC firms.
• Ability to develop and lead diverse teams.

Responsabilités

• Lead project execution strategy and ensure compliance with agreements.
• Manage project indicators and change management processes.
• Provide guidance on design and construction methods.

Connaissances

Project management

Oil & Gas sector knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Risk management

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager to be based in Corpus Christi, TX. The role supports projects in downstream petrochemical, refining, plastics, low carbon energy, and decarbonization markets.

Responsibilities and Skills

• Champion Health, Safety, Sustainability and Environment.
• Lead quality areas for technical deliverables and service delivery.
• Develop technical proposals, evaluating scope, cost, and schedule as part of a project execution strategy.
• Manage and comply with complex master and professional service agreements and contracts in collaboration with Commercial and Legal for Engineering, Program, and/or Projects/EPC services.
• Meet key project indicators as part of execution.
• Own the change management process, ensuring changes to project objectives and scope are identified, clarified, documented, and communicated to the client.
• Be accountable for scope, cost, schedule, quality, safety, and procurement.
• Develop bi‑weekly, monthly, and additional management reports for client and executive leadership.
• Provide guidance on design processes and construction methods.
• Review and improve the company’s project management best practices.
• Manage relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.

Qualification / Training / Certification

• Prior direct experience managing petrochemical/chemical, refining, plastics, LNG, renewable energy, low carbon, carbon capture, decarbonization projects is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other related technical degree from a four‑year college or university.
• Minimum 10 years direct work experience in a project management capacity.
• Minimum 15 years direct experience in the Oil & Gas sector, especially with an EPC firm; experience in small to mid EPC energy projects is beneficial.
• In‑depth understanding of the Oil & Gas industry.
• Experience with EPC companies or clients in the engineering and construction industry.
• Self‑starter with an hands‑on approach and out‑of‑the‑box thinking in project execution strategy.
• Proficient in stage‑gate process.
• Ability to bring diverse teams together and lead them in a positive, high‑performance manner.

Communication

• Strong team player with exceptional communication and organizational skills; focal point for owner communication.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Behavior / Core Competencies

• Strong leadership skills that promote a collaborative culture and provide guidance to the team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Read and understand cost report trends, forecast, and collaborate with engineering to meet budgets.
• Analyze critical path schedules, forecast outcomes, and develop recovery plans as required.

Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment & Quality (HSSEQ)

The employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company, its clients and governing authorities of the host country.

Other Details

Relocation required: No

Contract type: N/A

Experience level: 10+ years

Job Info

• Job Identification 5756
• Posting Date 05/08/2026, 08:49 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 802 N. Carancahua, Corpus Christi, TX, 78417, US

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We’re a disability‑friendly employer and can make adjustments to support candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process.