Project Engineering Manager

THE CLIENT Chemical company with a proprietary “Green” technology used to convert waste into high-quality certified materials to replace fossil-based sources. SUMMARY The Project Engineering Manager is responsible for all engineering and technical matters on large capital projects from $30-100MM. Will provide leadership, technical assurance, and integration across all engineering disciplines, EPC contractors, licensors, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Engineering Leadership & Technical Authority Responsible for all project engineering and technical matters from front end development through construction, commissioning, startup, and handover to operations. Provide technical leadership and assurance across all disciplines, including: Process Engineering, Mechanical (static & rotating), Piping & Layout, Electrical, Instrumentation & Process Control, Utilities, and Infrastructure Oversee EPC contractors, licensors, and vendors while maintaining strong working relationships. Systems, Processes & Standards Define, implement, and govern project specific engineering execution plans, processes, and procedures. Develop and continuously improve corporate project engineering standards, workflows, tools, and best practices to be used across multiple projects. Establish and align engineering standards with: Design Assurance & Process Safety Ensure engineering design quality, safety, and compliance across all project phases. Lead and ensure closure of all design assurance activities, including: HAZID / HAZOP, LOPA, Safety Reviews, Management of Change (MOC) Ensure all process safety risks are identified, assessed, escalated, and mitigated appropriately. Integration & Execution Coordinate engineering activities to meet project schedule, cost, and constructability objectives. Interface closely with: Procurement & Strategic Sourcing, Construction, Commissioning & Startup, Operations & Maintenance Ensure engineering deliverables are construction ready and execution focused, not just “technically complete.” Leadership & Influence Lead a multi disciplinary, multi location, engineering team. Influence/align internal stakeholders (operations, construction, procurement) and external partners (EPCs, licensing clints, vendors). Communicate clearly with project and executive leadership, escalating risks early and transparently. Requirements B.S., Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline required). Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred. 10+ years of experience delivering major capital projects, preferably in chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, or complex process industries. Proven experience as a Project Engineering Manager or Lead Technical Integrator on large EPC executed projects. Direct experience across front end development, FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover to operations. Demonstrated success managing EPC contractors, vendor and packaged equipment scopes. Strong knowledge of process safety management and risk based design. Ability to make sound technical judgments and influence decisions under uncertainty. Demonstrated ability to build systems and processes that others can follow and replicate. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. #LI-BK1