Capital Project Engineer

Engineers and Constructors International Inc. • New Orleans, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the ECI Group's Professional Technical Services Network as an onsite Capital Project Engineer. This is an 18-24 month duration from award based in the New Orleans (Waggaman) area. Note: You must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident to qualify for this position. Our client is developing and operating a major chemical manufacturing facility in Waggaman, Louisiana, producing Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) and Ethyl Methyl Carbonate (EMC) for the battery supply chain. The site is a petrochemical/chemical manufacturing operation requiring engineering support for construction, commissioning, startup, reliability, maintenance, and operations activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, business administration, or a related field
• 7–10+ years in Petrochem/Chemicals/Refinery construction, or project management, with experience in manufacturing and utilities.
• Proficiency in project management software, budgeting tools, and data analysis
• Ability to use modeling and reporting to support decision-making
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• US Citizen or Permanent US Resident

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degrees or certifications (PMP, LEED, etc.) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of industrial capital projects, including construction, renovation, utility upgrades, and facility expansions, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and capital improvement plans.
• Lead projects from concept through design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and closeout, coordinating across multiple phases and locations.
• Develop, monitor, and control project budgets; identify cost variances and implement corrective actions; prepare and present budget and status reports.
• Create detailed project schedules, track progress, and ensure adherence to timelines; manage dependencies and resource allocation.
• Consultant selection, and subcontractor management; negotiate rates, manage change orders, and resolve disputes.
• Ensure projects meet design, safety, and regulatory standards; conduct quality reviews and compliance checks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile owners; communicate project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare performance reports, financial models, and presentations to executive leadership and stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior