Site Project Manager / Engineer

# Site Project Manager / EngineerPasadena, Texas, United States of America • Houston, TX, USA---## Job DescriptionBe an essential element to a brighter future.We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.**Job Description**At Albemarle, we are transforming essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity, and health. We are seeking an experienced **Project Manager** to lead capital investments at our Pasadena manufacturing site—supporting initiatives that are central to our operational excellence and long-term growth.This role offers the opportunity to **own and deliver high-impact capital projects** in a complex chemical manufacturing environment, working alongside a collaborative team of engineering, operations, and site leadership.**The Opportunity**As a Project Manager, you will serve as the **single point of accountability** for delivering capital projects from concept through commissioning. You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with business objectives—while influencing cross-functional stakeholders and driving disciplined project performance.******Key Responsibilities** * **Lead capital projects** of varying size and complexity from concept development through commissioning* **Deliver projects that meet or exceed safety, cost, schedule, and quality objectives*** Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in partnership with engineering, operations, and site leadership* Develop and execute **comprehensive project plans**, including cost estimates, schedules, and resource requirements* **Drive project performance**, including cost forecasting, schedule management, and risk mitigation* Serve as the **primary project leader**, aligning cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders to drive decisions* Oversee engineering design, technical deliverables, and vendor performance to ensure quality execution* Manage contractors and coordinate engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) activities* Lead bid package development, contractor selection, and contracting strategies* Manage scope changes through structured change management processes* Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company project controls* Champion **constructability, value improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives********What You Bring****Required Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering, or related field* Experience leading capital projects in manufacturing, industrial, or plant environments* Proven ability to **lead cross-functional teams and influence diverse stakeholders*** Strong understanding of project controls, including cost forecasting and schedule management* Experience with **risk management processes** (e.g., risk registers, HAZOP/PHA integration)* Working knowledge of **process safety management (PSM)**, MOC, and regulatory requirements**Preferred Qualifications** * Experience in chemical, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments* Background in front-end loading (FEL) and stage-gate project development* Familiarity with SAP Project Systems (PS) or similar project management tools* Experience managing engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractors* Ability to develop and evaluate project business cases**Benefits of Joining Albemarle*** Competitive compensation* Comprehensive benefits package* A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together. #J-18808-Ljbffr