Project Engineer/Manager (58680)

LSB Industris • Cherokee, AL

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About The Position

LSB Industries, Inc., is committed to playing a leadership role in the production of low and no carbon products that build, feed and power the world. The LSB team is dedicated to building a culture of excellence in customer experiences as we deliver essential products across the agricultural and industrial end markets and, in the future, the energy markets. Join our team and help us develop innovative solutions that will improve the quality of life for current and future generations. Learn more about LSB at www.lsbindustries.com.

Requirements

• BS Engineering degree from an Accredited Engineering program.
• 5+ years of operating company experience (project and operations), preferably with nitrogen-based production facilities.
• Familiar with Controls & DCS systems, piping systems, waste heat boilers, large exchangers and/or static vessel replacements.
• Demonstrated performance in completing plant projects successfully, on time and on budget within an operating production facility.
• Experience in all facets of project disciplines (instrumentation, electrical, piping, civil, structural, rotating and static equipment).
• Ability to use project scheduling software, MS Office, JD Edwards, AutoCad, NavisWorks and other similar industry software programs.
• Strong project leadership, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple projects with shifting priorities and to work within stringent deadlines.
• Fluent in English.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degrees as well as professional registrations (PE, PMP, PMI, etc.) are a plus.
• Knowledge of large-scale capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide project and engineering oversight from project conception through commissioning and startup.
• Lead the technical interface between the project, operations, maintenance, and EH&S groups to ensure all operational and regulatory requirements are incorporated into any project design.
• Develop project scopes, create clear project deliverables, and create and execute project work plans.
• Develop a project schedule and maintain/track details to ensure the schedule is updated and accurate.
• Develop and manage engineering and construction budgets to support the project milestones.
• Review and update forecasted spend on a routine basis.
• Manage engineering and construction contractors, as well as equipment vendors in support of projects.
• Participate in budget, status, and management team meetings to provide input and resolve issues.
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project.
• Apply LSB project methodology and enforce project standards.
• Prepare for LSB leadership phase gate reviews and adhere to LSB project phase gate process.
• Minimize LSB exposure and project risk by developing and monitoring risk register and ensure risks are appropriately addressed throughout project development.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current and stored appropriately.
• Develop cost control measures into projects that monitor, report and control project costs.
• Have working knowledge of project economic models and comparing projects based on NPV and IRR.
• Assure project legal documents are completed and signed.
• Develop strong working relationships with all LSB groups as well as contractors and technology suppliers.
• Hold regular status meetings with project team and effectively facilitate team and client meetings.
• Effectively communicate relevant project information to leadership.
• Deliver informative and well-organized presentations.
• Resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion.
• Travel to equipment sites, performing fit-for-service inspections, reporting, and utilizing information to develop project scope of work.
• Ensure that all design specifications conform to the latest national and local codes, rules and regulations.
• Create request for equipment quotations for project cost estimates using equipment specifications.
• Support company safety programs and initiatives.
• Inspire coworkers to attain goals and pursue excellence.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change.
• Manage multiple projects and associated budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Act as technical resource for engineers with less experience.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees