Project Engineer

Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited university required
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects
  • Strong knowledge of Front-End Loading (FEL) process
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and company engineering standards.

Responsibilities

  • Support execution of a Large Capital project while maintaining project expectations
  • Partner with teams to develop and implement project execution strategies
  • Drive Detail Engineering deliverables with the engineering contractor
  • Identify cost and schedule risks, developing mitigation strategies
  • Assist Project Manager in monitoring project change orders
  • Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and company standards
  • Facilitate collaboration among EPCOM stakeholders throughout project phases
  • Coordinate development and distribution of project plans and documentation.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on a Large Capital project in a leading engineering firm
  • Professional development through collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Involvement in critical projects that enhance industry standards
  • Potential for travel, offering varied experiences and exposure
  • Commitment to safety and reliable capital facility delivery.
Full Job Description
What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: The Project Engineer supports the safe and successful execution of a Large Capital project located in the EPC office in Houston, TX. This role provides technical and project execution support throughout the Detail Engineering and Construction phase of project, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder expectations.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Support the execution of a Large Capital project while maintaining project expectations.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective project execution strategies.
  • Work closely with the engineering contractor to drive Detail Engineering deliverables and effectively communicate progress, critical design questions, and/or issues with the appropriate stakeholders.
  • Identify potential cost and schedule risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively seek opportunities to maximize project value.
  • Assist Project Manager in monitoring, tracking, and administering project change orders through the Eastman Change Order process.
  • Interface with engineering, procurement, and construction contractors to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and Eastman standards.
  • Facilitate collaboration among Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Operations, and Maintenance (EPCOM) stakeholders throughout all phases of project development and execution.
  • Coordinate the development, maintenance, and distribution of project plans and supporting documentation.
  • Balance safety, cost, schedule, operability, and maintainability considerations to achieve optimal project outcomes.


Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited university is required.

Experience: Requires 3+ years of relevant experience in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects or equivalent relevant experience.

Required Knowledge Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong understanding of the Front-End Loading (FEL) process, including project development, execution, commissioning, and startup activities.
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated commitment to process safety, personal safety, and the delivery of safe and reliable capital facilities.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as required by project demands, typically up to 20% and occasionally exceeding 50%.
  • Knowledge of the Hargrove project execution procedures.
  • Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
  • Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.
  • Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.
  • A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in complex technical issues coordination and resolution.
  • Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations.
  • Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
  • Ability to handle stress with poise.
  • Understanding of existing and potential customer needs and preferences.
  • Ability to delegate authority appropriately.
  • Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
  • Organizational skills, ability to set priorities.
  • Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
  • Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent presentation skills.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.


Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

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