Senior Capital Projects Leader – Chemical Manufacturing

Hr Journals; Bay Point (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hr Journals is seeking a Senior Capital Projects Leader to manage large-scale capital projects in chemical manufacturing within the North American operations. This role involves full project lifecycle ownership, requiring deep expertise and leadership.

The ideal candidate will have 15–20 years of experience in project management, strong engineering background, and a proven record of managing significant budgets. The position entails strategic planning, contractor oversight, and compliance with safety management systems.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of capital project management experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of industrial construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams in executing large capital projects.
• Manage full project lifecycle from design to operational handoff.
• Provide reporting on milestones, risks, and KPIs.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Capital Projects Leader – Chemical Manufacturing

About the job Senior Capital Projects Leader – Chemical Manufacturing

We are seeking a Senior Capital Projects Leader to drive the execution of large-scale capital projects within its North American operations. This role will lead major projects (>$30MM) supporting chemical manufacturing facilities and strategic expansion initiatives.

This is a high-impact leadership role requiring full project lifecycle ownership—from conceptual design through commissioning and operational handoff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional project teams to execute large capital projects (>$30MM).
• Manage full project lifecycle including detailed engineering & funding approvals, procurement & contractor selection, construction & contractor oversight, commissioning, startup & operational turnover.
• Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate feasibility studies and vendor evaluations.
• Develop Statements of Work (SOW) and technical specifications.
• Provide executive‑level reporting on milestones, risks, and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
• Lead and participate in HAZOPs, LOPA, MOC, PSSR, SIS implementation.
• Coordinate across engineering disciplines including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and automation teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (Chemical preferred).
• 15–20 years of hands‑on capital project management experience in chemical manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of industrial construction and greenfield project execution.
• Deep understanding of OSHA Process Safety Management systems.
• Experience managing contractors across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil trades.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to present to senior stakeholders and steering committees.