Project Manager

Sibelco Group; Spruce Pine (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco Group is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead onsite activities for major projects at SP Schoolhouse in Spruce Pine, NC. You will manage contractor teams, safety compliance, scheduling, and quality, ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery.

The role requires a strong engineering background and a proven ability to mentor staff. Ideal candidates have a degree in engineering and 15+ years in construction management, with excellent leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, or equivalent.
• 15+ years industry experience.
• 10+ years’ experience in Construction Management and/or managing large, complex projects.
• Experience in construction trade and superintendent roles.
• Proven ability to manage, motivate and influence employees at all levels.
• Commitment to mentoring and coaching onsite personnel.
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills.
• Well-developed written and oral skills.
• English – proficient verbal and writing.
• Other languages are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of site administration by arranging relevant permits and licences, monitoring regulatory compliance requirements, standards of workmanship, adherence to Sibelco policy, Health, Safety and Environment requirements and other relevant guidelines.
• Arrange site security services.
• Develop material receiving facilities and secure equipment laydown areas.
• Implement efficient warehousing process and procedures.
• Conduct system identification for pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Develop detailed construction management plan and resource-loaded construction schedule to enable an optimum commissioning and turnover sequence.
• Define construction work areas, develop and sequence construction and field installation work packages.
• Based on the construction schedule and packages, confirm Required At Site dates for critical long lead and major tagged equipment and material for interconnected engineering and procurement work package development.
• Provide input into plant layout, construction strategy, and contracting approach.
• Participate in engineering design and risk reviews to ensure safety, constructability, operability and maintainability.
• Determine appropriate construction team structure and size, and secure required resources by communicating with the Director Major Projects and other departments.
• Provide input into general contractor selection.
• Develop contractor resource plan, ramp-up and ramp-down of construction resources.
• Direct engagement and management of onsite contractors and subcontractors.
• Execute scope of work to baseline WBS and schedules, including fabrication, pre-assembly/modularisation, logistics, site laydown and lifting requirements.
• Deliver construction works on time and within budget with effective communication across stakeholders.
• Manage plant and equipment material handling from warehouse to workfronts.
• Manage deviations to scope, cost, schedule or specs and elevate risks to Director Major Projects.
• Monitor construction activities with audits and corrective actions.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping in line with Fatal 7.
• Develop construction progress curves and track productivity.
• Manage changes, variations and site instructions.
• Provide regular cost forecasts to Director Major Projects.
• Keep evidence of changes for claims and negotiations.
• Prepare pre-commissioning and commissioning work packages with testing and turnover plans.
• Coordinate start-up support with engineering and OEM.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Quality assurance

Mentoring

Communication

Team management

Education

Engineering degree

15+ years industry experience

Job description

Location

SP Schoolhouse

At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.

For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description

Role Purpose

To effectively manage all construction contractors and onsite activities in the delivery of Sibelco major projects to ensure that projects are constructed safely, on time, to budget, in accordance with quality objectives

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of site administration by arranging relevant permits and licences, monitoring regulatory compliance requirements, standards of workmanship, adherence to Sibelco policy, Health, Safety and Environment requirements and other relevant guidelines
• Arrange site security services
• Develop material receiving facilities and secure equipment laydown areas
• Implement efficient warehousing process and procedures
• Conduct system identification for pre-commissioning and commissioning
• Develop detailed construction management plan and resource-loaded construction schedule to enable an optimum commissioning and turnover sequence
• Define construction work areas, develop and sequence construction and field installation work packages
• Based on the construction schedule and packages, confirm Required At Site dates for critical long lead and major tagged equipment and material for interconnected engineering and procurement work package development
• Provide early construction input to plant and equipment layout, path of construction, construction strategy, and contracting approach
• Participate in engineering design and risk reviews to ensure that safety, constructability, operability and maintainability are integrated into detail designs and execution planning
• Determine appropriate construction team structure and size, and secure required resources by communicating with the Director Major Projects, other Sibelco departments and external resources where appropriate
• Provide input into general contractor selection
• Develop contractor resource plan, ramp-up and ramp-down of construction resources, including weekend work and night shift
• Direct engagement and management of onsite contractors and subcontractors
• Execute scope of work to baseline WBS, project execution plan, contract management plan, project schedule and construction management plan, including fabrication, pre-assembly/ modularisation, logistics, site laydown and fabrication, mobile equipment and lifting equipment requirements
• Deliver construction works on time and within budget through accurately interpreting contractual requirements, coordinating and supervising the construction process, ensuring works performed are in accordance with technical drawings and specifications, and maintaining operational lines of communication with all relevant stakeholders
• Manage plant and equipment material management from warehouse/ laydown areas to workfronts
• Manage deviations to project scope, cost, schedule or technical specifications and elevate high risk issues to the Director Major Projects
• Monitor construction activities by regular surveillance, inspection and formal planned audits to ensure quality of designs and installed works, and implement correction action and remedial plans in timely manner
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe work rules, procedures and practices with particular emphasis on Sibelco’s Fatal 7 to ensure safe working environment
• Develop construction progress (by discipline) s-curve and update regularly
• Track construction quantity trends and productivity
• Manage changes, variations and site instructions
• Provide regular cost forecast to Director Major Projects
• Keep complete body of evidence of changes to support Legal and Procurement with claims and counterclaims
• Prepare pre-commissioning and commissioning work packages, complete with performance testing and inspection packages, resource and material requirements, and detailed work plan
• Coordinate engineering and Original Equipment Manufacturer start-up support
• Prepare punchlists, remedy required punch items, and complete Turnover of Care, Custody and Control to operations
• Maintain as-built data and documentation records for electronic backdratfing and archiving

About you

• Degree in engineering, or equivalent
• 15+ years industry experience
• 10+ years’ experience in Construction Management and/ or equivalent experience in managing large, complex projects
• Experience in construction trade and superintendent roles
• Proven ability to manage, motivate and influence employees at all levels
• Commitment to mentoring and coaching onsite personnel
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills
• Well-developed written and oral skills
• English – proficient verbal and writing
• Other languages are an asset

Employee Type

Permanent

Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Meet Our People: Careers
• Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More
• Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.