Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong engineering foundation to support capital project execution for a specialty chemical manufacturing client in the El Dorado, Arkansas area. This is an on-site role overseeing key technical and administrative aspects of capital and infrastructure projects in a dynamic production environment.
This position is ideal for individuals who have led cross-functional engineering projects within chemical, manufacturing, pulp & paper, wood products, oil & gas, or renewables sectors and are seeking a hands-on role with significant visibility and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of capital and infrastructure projects across engineering and construction scopes
- Define project goals, resource needs, budget forecasts, and execution strategies
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, tracking resource allocation and timelines
- Ensure project deliverables meet client expectations in safety, quality, budget, and performance
- Facilitate scope definition and alignment with internal and external stakeholders
- Provide technical leadership and support to multi-disciplinary project teams
- Navigate shifting priorities and timelines using sound problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Communicate effectively with upper management, client representatives, and cross-functional departments
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering disciplines strongly preferred
- 5+ years of experience in project management or capital project execution in an industrial or production environment
- Experience with FEL/phase-gate capital project execution frameworks (FEL0–FEL3, DDE) is a strong plus
- Industry experience in specialty chemicals, manufacturing, oil & gas, wood products, pulp & paper, or renewables preferred
- Proven ability to manage scope, cost, schedule, and quality on complex technical projects
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills required
- Must be able to work on-site in El Dorado, AR or relocate for the project term
- This is an opportunity to be a key player in high-impact projects within a growing specialty chemical environment. If you thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced engineering role and have a passion for operational excellence—we want to hear from you.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Job Tags
Relocation, Shift work,