Sr. Project Engineer - Memphis TN

Burrow Global; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Burrow Global in Memphis, TN is seeking a Sr. Project Engineer / Project Manager for a 12-month assignment to lead capital projects onsite.

The candidate will plan, execute, and finalize projects within the site and coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction and operations teams. The ideal candidate has a background in chemical or mechanical engineering with 5+ years of project management experience in a chemical plant setting, strong PM skills, and familiarity with MS Project and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of project management or engineering experience in a chemical plant or similar industrial environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with project management software (MS Project, Primavera) and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives.
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost estimations, and technical evaluations for proposed projects.
• Prepare and present project proposals, progress reports, and final documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Manage contractors and vendors, ensuring quality and adherence to specs.
• Work closely with plant operating teams and drive longer-term improvement objectives.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

B.S. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

PMP certification (plus)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Burrow Global has an immediate need for an experienced Sr. Project Engineer / Project Manager for a 12‑month assignment in Memphis, TN.

The Project Engineer / Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing capital projects within the site. This role involves coordinating with various departments, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, engineering, and a deep understanding of the chemical plant environment.

Daily Responsibilities

• Lead and manage capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, construction, and operations to ensure project objectives are met.
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost estimations, and technical evaluations for proposed projects.
• Prepare and present project proposals, progress reports, and final project documentation to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks and issues, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Manage contractors and vendors, ensuring quality work and adherence to project specifications.
• Must work very closely with the plant operating teams and be extremely comfortable in a plant environment on an initiative-taking basis. Must maintain an elevated level of sensitivity to plant operations – not waiting for calls – while achieving longer term improvement objectives.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or engineering within a chemical plant or similar industrial environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Proven track record of successfully managing small to medium capital projects from inception to completion.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and other relevant engineering guidelines and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is a plus.
• 9/80 or 5/8’s shift schedule.