Project Manager – Capital Projects (Refinery)

America At Work; Blaine (WA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Remote work available

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

America At Work is looking for a skilled Project Manager to oversee engineering and construction projects up to $30 million. You will be managing projects through all phases, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction within the refinery operations in Blaine, Washington.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of industrial engineering management experience and strong project management skills. A competitive salary range of $130,000 - $170,000 is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience managing heavy industrial engineering projects.
• 3+ years of Project Management experience in capital projects.
• Experience in EPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital engineering projects from initiation through closeout.
• Manage projects ensuring compliance with safety and budget standards.
• Develop project execution strategies and schedules.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering

Cost Management

Risk Management

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Join a company with 100+ years of engineering excellence and lead high-impact capital projects in one of the Pacific Northwest's premier refinery operations.

We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction projects valued up to $30 million. This is an outstanding opportunity for a project leader who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoys managing projects from concept through successful completion.

Why Join?

You’ll work alongside industry experts delivering innovative engineering and project management solutions across:

• Energy & Chemicals
• Refining
• Power Generation
• Life Sciences
• Mining
• Food & Beverage

What You’ll Do

As the Project Manager, you’ll lead capital engineering projects from initiation through closeout while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and procurement projects valued up to $30M Total Installed Cost (TIC)
• Manage projects through FEL, detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and closeout
• Develop project execution strategies, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and client requirements while driving a Zero Harm culture
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress to stakeholders
• Oversee project controls, including:
  • Cost management
  • Scheduling
  • Forecasting
  • Change management
  • Risk management
• Prepare Decision Support Packages for project approvals and funding
• Identify value engineering opportunities and continuous process improvements
• Capture lessons learned and implement best practices across projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of experience managing heavy industrial engineering projects
• 3+ years of Project Management experience
• Experience managing capital projects in:
  • Refining
  • Petrochemical
  • Chemical Processing
  • Industrial Manufacturing
  • EPC environments

Work Schedule

Location: Blaine, Washington

• Monday–Thursday: Onsite at refinery
• Friday: Remote work available (manager approval)

Travel is minimal (less than 10%).

Required Certifications

Successful candidates must be able to obtain:

• TWIC Card (required before start date)
• HHFT Safety Training
• Client Safety Training/Badge

$130,000 - $170,000 a year

Salary is based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.

The Company offers a competitive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.