Senior Chemical Engineer - Capex Project Leader

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Project completion bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Chemical Engineer with strong project management to lead major capital projects near Randburg. The role spans from feasibility studies to commissioning, requiring technical depth in chemical engineering and proven leadership across multi-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in chemical engineering, with 5+ years in PM for capital projects, and a track record of managing budgets above R50 million.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Master's degree or PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years in chemical engineering, with at least 5 years in a dedicated project management role for capital projects in the chemical industry.
• Proven experience managing projects with budgets exceeding R50 million.
• Familiarity with FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage capital projects from initiation to completion within scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Develop project execution plans including scope, design, procurement strategies, and construction management.
• Oversee design and engineering phases ensuring technical integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external contractors, vendors, and regulators.
• Ensure all projects meet SHE requirements and report progress to stakeholders.
• Lead commissioning and start-up phases and ensure smooth handover to operations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

MS Project

Primavera

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree or PMP certification desirable

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Chemical Engineer with strong project management to lead major capital projects near Randburg. The role spans from feasibility studies to commissioning, requiring technical depth in chemical engineering and proven leadership across multi-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in chemical engineering, with 5+ years in PM for capital projects, and a track record of managing budgets above R50 million.