Chemical Engineer - Project Management

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, pension, and life assurance

Career growth opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a dynamic Chemical Engineer with strong project management skills to lead multiple projects from conception through commissioning. You will manage scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery while coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and regulators.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in chemical engineering, including 5+ years in PM roles, and a proven track record delivering capital projects in

Qualifications

• BEng in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in chemical engineering, with at least 5 years in project management roles.
• Proven experience managing capital projects in the chemical or petrochemical industry.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of chemical engineering projects, including scope definition, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress against these objectives.
• Coordinate with internal departments, external contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Identify and manage project risks, developing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects comply with all safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Prepare project status reports and communicate updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Regulatory coordination

Education

BEng in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a dynamic Chemical Engineer with strong project management skills to join their team in Mossel Bay . This role is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and completion of various chemical engineering projects, from conception through to commissioning. You will manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in managing complex chemical projects and possesses excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of chemical engineering projects, including scope definition, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress against these objectives.
• Coordinate with internal departments, external contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Identify and manage project risks, developing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects comply with all safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Prepare project status reports and communicate updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• BEng in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in chemical engineering, with at least 5 years in project management roles.
• Proven experience managing capital projects in the chemical or petrochemical industry .
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, pension, and life assurance.
• Opportunities for career growth and international project exposure.
• A stimulating work environment with challenging and impactful projects.
• Assistance with relocation for successful candidates moving to Mossel Bay .