Chemical Engineer - Project Management

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary & bonus

Company vehicle

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Chemical Engineer with strong project management capabilities to oversee capital projects from conception to completion in Bloemfontein. This leadership role drives expansion and upgrade initiatives within the engineering department, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering with 8+ years of experience, including 4+ years in project management, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 8 years in chemical engineering with at least 4 years in project management.
• Proven track record managing capital projects in chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and closure of capital projects in chemical processing.
• Develop scopes, budgets, and master schedules.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, engineers, contractors, and vendors.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance throughout lifecycles.
• Lead risk management, quality control, and change management processes.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to project teams.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Chemical Engineer with strong project management capabilities to oversee capital projects from conception to completion in Bloemfontein . This role requires a blend of technical expertise in chemical processes and proven ability to manage project scope, budget, schedule, and resources effectively. You will be responsible for ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and meet all technical specifications. This is a key leadership position within the engineering department, driving critical expansion and upgrade initiatives for the company in Bloemfontein .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and closure of capital projects within the chemical processing domain.
• Develop project scopes, detailed budgets, and master schedules.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, engineering disciplines, contractors, and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements throughout project lifecycles.
• Oversee project risk management, quality control, and change management processes.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in chemical engineering, with at least 4 years in project management roles.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex capital projects in the chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques (e.g., PMP certification is a plus).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

• Attractive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, pension, and insurance plans.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Company vehicle and other executive perks.
• A challenging and rewarding role managing significant investments in Bloemfontein .