Chemical Engineer - Project Management

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate commensurate

Flexible remote working arrangement

Diverse and challenging projects

Exposure to a leading industrial chemc

Contract extension potential

Gain project management experience

Supportive and professional team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Engineer with strong project management skills for a 12-month contract in the chemical engineering sector. The role is primarily remote with occasional site visits to Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

You will oversee capital projects, drive process improvements, manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communications. The ideal candidate has a strong chemical engineering background and proven PM experience, with familiarity in PMI/Agile methodologies and PM software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in chemical engineering, with at least 2 years in project management or project engineering roles.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects in the chemical or process industry.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile).
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of capital projects from conception through to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, including engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Facilitate effective communication between project stakeholders, including senior management and operational teams.
• Oversee the procurement of equipment and services related to the projects.
• Ensure all project activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare regular project status reports and present findings to management.
• Manage project documentation and ensure proper record-keeping.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the industrial chemicals manufacturing sector, is actively seeking a skilled Chemical Engineer with a strong aptitude for Project Management to join their team on a contract basis, initially for 12 months, with potential for extension. This role will be primarily remote, offering flexibility to the successful candidate, though occasional site visits to Durban, KwaZulu-Natal may be required. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of various capital projects and process improvement initiatives. This includes managing project scope, budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of chemical processes combined with proven project management capabilities. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to diverse projects in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of capital projects from conception through to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, including engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Facilitate effective communication between project stakeholders, including senior management and operational teams.
• Oversee the procurement of equipment and services related to the projects.
• Ensure all project activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare regular project status reports and present findings to management.
• Manage project documentation and ensure proper record-keeping.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in chemical engineering, with at least 2 years in project management or project engineering roles.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects in the chemical or process industry.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile).
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Willingness to undertake occasional travel to Durban as required.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Flexible remote working arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• Exposure to a leading company in the industrial chemicals sector.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and business needs.
• Gain valuable project management experience in a dynamic industry.
• Work with a supportive and professional team.