Senior Chemical Engineer — Capital Projects Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work Pretoria

Bonuses

Medical & retirement

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a seasoned Senior Chemical Engineer specialising in project execution to lead capital projects from concept to commissioning. You will ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with strict safety and quality standards, and drive strategic growth through robust project leadership. The role requires a B.Eng.

or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering with 8+ years of project engineering and management experience in chemical processing, plus strong PM methodologies, P&IDs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project engineering and management within the chemical or related process industries.
• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering required.
• Proven track record of delivering complex capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of capital projects, including conceptualization, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop detailed project plans, scopes of work, and execution strategies.
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure adherence to project specifications and safety protocols.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide engineering expertise throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and control project costs.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and external vendors to ensure project success.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

P&IDs

Equipment specification

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a seasoned Senior Chemical Engineer specialising in project execution to lead capital projects from concept to commissioning. You will ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with strict safety and quality standards, and drive strategic growth through robust project leadership. The role requires a B.Eng.

or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering with 8+ years of project engineering and management experience in chemical processing, plus strong PM methodologies, P&IDs