Deputy Project Director

Employer:	Rust Resources Updated: Oct 14 2015
Desired Expertise:	Chemical Engineering
Experience:	16+ years
Minimum Education:	Bachelors/3-5 yr Degree
Salary:	Negotiable
Location:	Houston, TX, US
Reference Code:	734_1444835320
Employment Type:	Full Time Salaried Employee
Job Status:	Active / Open
Work Authorization:	North America

Job Description:
Deputy Project Director - Global Projects Our Client one of the largest Petrochemical Refinery organisations in the world, headquartered in Houston is looking for a Deputy Project Director to join their Capital Projects Group. This position will be responsible for developing and executing major capital projects on a global basis. Global Projects has a wide range of demonstrated capabilities and can execute projects that range from $10,000,000 to over $1 billion +. Interested candidates MUST be eligible to work in the USA without sponsorship. Position Summary: As a member of our dynamic Global Project Management team, you will manage projects valued over $1 billion utilizing an FEL process for both Chemical & Petroleum Processing facilities within the company. This is a direct-hire position with competitive base salary, bonus, 401K matching, generous benefits package and pension. Performance Objectives: Manage projects valued over $1 billion + * Employ the company's Project Management Process in execution of capital projects * Lead definition of project objectives, scope development, and front end engineering in support of the project objectives * Analyze and manage risk on projects * Lead multi-discipline project management teams, including company and contract personnel, in resolution of technical and commercial issues * Prepare and implement project execution plans * Develop cost effective contracting strategies * Manage multiple contracts in support of the project Accountable for project cost and schedule controls, project reporting * Obtain funding for projects * Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills. * Ability to gather information and develop a thorough understanding of the project, while providing strong leadership skills to lead a diverse cross-functional team is essential. * Must display strong personal initiative, a sound planning and problem solving capacity, and effective interpersonal skills. * Routinely prepare and present project updates to senior management * Direct company or contract project engineers in supporting roles on Major Projects * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Able to simultaneously manage multiple tasks and projects effectively * PE and/or PMP Certification a plus Minimum Experience: * 25+ years overall experience with 15+ years prior experience working in the Chemical, Petrochemical, Refining, or equivalent industry acting as a Project Engineer/Manager, within EPC and Operating companies. * Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering or closely related technical degree * Ability to work with minimal supervision and effectively handle multiple projects and/or changing priorities. * Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with internal and external clients
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: In order to apply for this position, applicants MUST meet the following criteria. If your resume does not match these criteria, you will not be able to apply for this position. Location: North America