Project Mgmt Superintendent

Nutrien; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien Geismar Plant seeks a senior project leader to drive capital projects from design to completion, improving equipment and facilities. You will manage external firms, supervise engineers, and ensure safety and environmental goals are met while advancing reliability and cost efficiency.

The role requires an engineering degree, PE preferred, and 10+ years in fertilizer/chemical operations with capital project management experience.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree from accredited university with related experience.
• At least 10 years in fertilizer, chemical, or related continuous process operations.
• 7+ years managing capital projects and strong leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Directs project engineers and managers to improve plant profitability through capex projects.
• Oversees design, cost control, scheduling and execution of projects.
• Leads safety, reliability, production, and cost-improvement initiatives.
• Manages external engineering firms and contractors involved in projects.
• Performs risk assessments, MOC reviews, and RCFA investigations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Planning tools

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence. Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

What You'll Do

This position is located in Geismar, Louisiana, U.S.A and is not available for remote work.

What You Will Do

• Directs the Project Engineers, Project Managers, and supporting technical staff in making the Geismar Plant more profitable by implementing capital projects from design to completion which improve, modify or replace equipment and facilities.
• Position involves management of outside engineering firms, contractors, etc. who are engaged in project activity.
• Responsible for oversight of project development, design, cost control, scheduling and execution.
• Promotes and actively participates in “KPA” and \"SPEAR\" Behavioral Safety Processes as well as Environmental Stewardship activities.
• Supports area team members and the Area Managers to accomplish plant objectives in the key areas of Safety, Environmental, Quality, Reliability, Production, Efficiency, Cost Reduction, and Innovation.
• Performs and/or contributes to thorough process reviews, Hazard and Operability Studies (Hazops) and \"What If' analyses on current operations as well as proposed changes to plant equipment, processes and systems via the plant Process Safety Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Interacts routinely with operators and shift supervisors to learn and share knowledge of the plant operations and to meld \"reality\" with \"theoretical\".
• Performs and/or contributes to Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFA's) and incident investigations and completes assigned action items on schedule.
• Identifies and facilitates implementation of production, reliability, efficiency and cost improvement opportunities.
• Researches and evaluates industry technology advancements, other plant experiences and innovative ideas. Develops and maintains networks with other PCS and nitrogen industry plants.
• Performs special studies/projects as directed by the General Manager.
• Participates in joint plant/equipment/safety walkthroughs with operations and maintenance.
• Generates and maintains site five year capital plan through integration and prioritization of site project needs with involvement from process engineering superintendent, maintenance manager, general manager, and operations.
• Provide and update project estimates, annual budgets and forecasted spend.
• Ensures projects are successfully integrated into the planning and execution of planned outages and turnarounds.
• Executes projects via a project team that includes process engineers, maintenance engineers, equipment specialists, safety representatives, quality assurance representatives, and operations/maintenance personnel.
• Coordinates schedules of all in-house and outside contractor’s project construction work with area Production Specialists, Area Managers, Maintenance Supervisor, and E&I Supervisor.
• Performs sufficient FEL engineering to adequately define project scope, technical risks, estimate and schedule before AFE preparation.
• Executes projects in a manner that enhances SHE, quality, reliability, and efficiency performance of the site in full concert and with buy-in of the area teams and support groups.
• Executes capital projects in accordance with site, SHE, security, and quality policies and procedures along with federal, state and local regulations, industry codes and standards, professional engineering practices and the company stage gate approval process

What You'll Bring

• Education and Experience: Engineering degree from accredited university with related engineering experience. BS in ME or ChE and P. E. license, preferred. At least 10 years experience in the fertilizer, chemical, petro-chemical or related continuous process operations. At least 7 years experience managing capital projects. Knowledge of the Nitrogen and Phosphate chemical processes is desirable.
• Possess detailed knowledge of equipment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated exceptional leadership and managerial skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills in oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours, particularly during scheduled outages
• Willingness to participate on corporate teams and assist other locations (some travel required)
• Possess knowledge of production systems and equipment.
• Broad Working Knowledge of Industry Standards.
• Some Knowledge/Experience in PSM compliance.
• Willingness to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and willingness to participate in weekend and holiday coverage.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, facilitation skills, computer skills and developing reports on performance.
• Strong knowledge in using planning tools/software.
• Strong and proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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