Construction & Interface Manager (Capital Projects)

Oxea GmbH

45d•Hybrid

About The Position

OXEA Corporation is a world leader in Oxo Chemicals, producing over 70 oxo intermediates and derivatives for various industries. This role is crucial for managing and overseeing the detailed design and construction interfaces of a new syngas supply site tenant, as well as select OXEA Project KISS construction activities. Project KISS is a significant undertaking to add third-party syngas supply and expand OXEA's production units in Bay City, vital for OXEA's growth. The primary function is to ensure the safe, timely, and cost-effective execution of interface and construction activities, focusing on the successful integration of the new syngas unit into OXEA's Bay City site infrastructure. The role involves overseeing and coordinating detailed engineering and construction interfaces with the new syngas supply tenant from Detailed Design through Start-Up, scheduled for completion in mid/late 2028. The position operates in accordance with Group's Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, policies, guidelines, international standards, and HSE standards.

Requirements

Technical Degree, minimum BS, in construction management or engineering field, civil or mechanical preferred.
English language proficiency.
Minimum 5+ Years experience in Chemical / Petrochemical industry.
Experience in major project (>$25MM) project engineering and / or construction management.
Experience interfacing with 3rd parties, incl. construction contractors.
History of interfacing with plant operations, construction, and diverse project teams.
Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Building and maintaining constructive working relationships.
Ability to resolve conflicts in a professional manner.
Proven ability to perform in a high stress / schedule driven environment.
Ability to analyse and judge project progress and schedule.
Understanding of engineering, construction, and supply contracts.
Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to effectively work and achieve results in complex project environment.
MS Office, SAP, and Project Scheduling (Primavera / MS Project) software competency.

Nice To Haves

Desirable German and / or Spanish language skills.
Previous construction oversight of major projects (>$25MM TIC) in Chemical / Petrochemical industry.
Familiarity with OXEA and syngas production processes.
Background in project controls would be a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary interface between OXEA and the new site tenant for detailed design and construction related matters.
Create and maintain means for effective communication between OXEA and the new site tenant.
Identify, manage, and resolve detailed design and construction interface issues and concerns.
Ensure site tenant’s detailed design and construction complies with the contractual requirements.
Identify and flag potential changes or claims early. Actively support the evaluation and resolution of claims.
Support new site tenant as needed in identifying and capturing opportunities that improve construction execution.
Oversee and analyse construction progress and as it relates to the overall project schedule.
Flag any engineering related issues for resolution by the OXEA or tenant project teams.
Keep OXEA site and project management informed of on-going construction activities, issues, and concerns.
Ensure that tenant and its engineering / construction subcontractors are aware of and adhere to applicable site safety and environmental requirements.
Serve as back-up / support for OXEA Senior Project Director.