Capital & Project Manager

Responsibilities:

CapEx project manager will be on top of all activities related to the capex project from project definition to commissioning. To reach this target, he/she will have to:

1. Global Project Leadership and Governance

• Provide overall management and leadership of capital and extraordinary investment projects

• Define projects by:

  • Establishing Management of Change (MOC) forms
  • Defining the project roadmap, RACI, and OBS & WBS
  • Defining the internal Scope of Work (SoW)

• Manage capital requirements within the Business Plan horizon

• Ensure proper management and follow-up of the project Business Plan

• Plan and ensure on-time, on-budget, and on-target delivery of projects

• Ensure clear, regular, and effective communication with all stakeholders

2. Project Management and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Organize and lead design, construction, and commissioning phases
• Manage the Equipment Modification Request (EMR) process, from planning through project completion
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams (process, utilities, industrial IT, maintenance, facilities, HSE)
• Lead weekly project team meetings
• Monitor project progress, adjust plans as needed, and manage deviations
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues
• Support teams with root cause analysis and elimination of recurring issues impacting OEE

3. Technical Excellence, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure design compliance with Safran standards (EHS, ergonomics, quality) and local regulations
• Improve risk analysis and Equipment FMEA throughout project development, execution, and equipment operation
• Integrate safety, ergonomics, quality, capacity, and cost considerations into all projects
• Support equipment analysis and process emission calculations for permitting and regulatory requirements
• Support capacity studies, technical justifications, and qualification of processes and equipment modifications

4. Procurement and Supplier Management

• Define supplier Scopes of Work (SoW)
• Organize RFIs and RFQs in collaboration with the Purchasing department
• Participate in contract reviews
• Act as the main point of contact for suppliers and contractors (scope, technical discussions, reporting, and scheduling)

5. Team Development and Leadership

• Develop project management skills within the team
• Deploy and promote the PROMPT methodology for capital investments
• Develop and lead support and training plans to ensure proper operation and maintenance of new and existing equipment
• Build positive employee relationships based on measurable objectives, open communication, and participative management

6. Reporting and Communication

• Provide weekly and monthly reporting to local management
• Lead steering committee meetings with French management
• Ensure cross-site communication and benchmarking between American and French sites

7. HSE, Ethics, and General Responsibilities

• Adhere to and actively participate in Health, Safety, Environmental, and Energy policies, procedures, and initiatives (I See I Act, planned inspections, low carbon initiatives, etc.)
• Adhere to and comply with Business Ethics, Anti-Corruption policies, Flight Safety Management System, and other relevant corporate policies and procedures
• Perform other related duties as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial process.

• Good knowledge of chemical process and big project management (> 10 M MYR)
• Excellent communication, team player and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration.
• Strong attention to detail, commitment to safety, and familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
• Green Belt certification may be advantageous
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office application
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Fluent in English both speaking and writing