James Hardie Industries plc

Project Engineer

James Hardie Industries plc$97K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • 5+ years in project or design engineering, focusing on mechanical equipment/systems
  • Experience in industrial manufacturing
  • Project engineering experience with an EPC contractor
  • PMP Certification and/or PE preferred
  • Strong analytical, financial, and multi-tasking skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with site construction management

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and issue RFPs to engineering consultants and vendors
  • Develop and manage project safety, scope, schedule, and budget
  • Conduct engineering reviews and safety assessments such as PHAs, HAZOPs, and JSAs
  • Coordinate with procurement to manage vendor deliverables and fulfill CER requirements
  • Engage stakeholders and provide progress reports throughout the project lifecycle
  • Define and oversee commissioning and start-up activities
  • Identify solutions to operational issues post-start-up

Benefits

  • Comprehensive low-cost health insurance starting on day one
  • Life insurance and disability insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match up to 6%
  • 11 paid holidays and generous paid vacation
  • Access to wellness programs and employee assistance
  • Employee stock purchase plan and community involvement opportunities
Full Job Description
Summary

As a member of the Global Engineering and Construction Department, the Technical Project Manager is responsible for executing projects by planning, organizing, and controlling all elements of the project, from inception to plant start-up. This individual will collaborate with all functional groups within James Hardie, equipment vendors, and engineering partners to ensure that all project requirements are met as laid out in the Project Expenditure Request (PER), and mentor those supporting the project through functional assignments & matrix organization.

The job will require leading vendors, functional teams and contractors through all phases of Capex projects ranging from $250K to $20M including safety, design engineering, scope, schedule & budget development, construction, and commissioning. To effectively serve in this capacity the Technical PM is expected to act as the liaison between EH&S, finance, legal, engineering, R&D, manufacturing, and the field execution teams to ensure all functions are represented and engaged. The PM is also responsible for high level project deliverables including development of resource management plans, project execution plans, continuous improvement plans, capital planning and monthly project reporting.

What You'll Do:

The accountabilities of the technical project manager include, but are not limited to:

  • Prepare and issue RFP's to engineering consultants, equipment vendors and contractors
  • Assist in the development of P&IDs
  • Develop / manage safety, scope, schedule, and budget
  • Conduct engineering reviews with consultants, vendors, contractors and plants
  • Effectively conduct PHA's, HAZOP's and JSA's for all processes and equipment
  • Ensure Management of Change is adhered to on all capex projects
  • Support FEL process for new Capital Expenditures
  • Verify the fulfillment of CER requirements
  • Coordinate the creation and dissemination of major equipment specifications developed by SME's to the procurement team
  • Engage procurement to define and manage vendor deliverables
  • Review and approve payment milestones and invoices
  • Ensure that all equipment, valves, and instrumentation are procured based on specification and schedule.
  • Coordinate communication with key stakeholders throughout the project life-cycle
  • Define and coordinate commissioning and start-up activities.
  • Identify and assist in coordinating solutions to operational problems after start-up
  • Provide progress reports and financial updates on assigned projects
  • Understands applicable construction codes and permitting requirements for the plant location, with assistance from engineering support staff.
  • Works with engineering/drafting to resolve field engineering design issues and constructability concerns.
  • There will be 50-75% domestic travel as demanded by project schedules.


What You'll Bring:

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum 5+ years' experience in a project or design engineering role focused on mechanical equipment or equipment systems.
  • Experience in Industrial Manufacturing Environment
  • Project Engineering experience with an EPC contractor
  • Strong multi-tasking skills, analytical skills, project delivery & financial skills
  • PMP Certification and/or PE preferred
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications
  • Familiarity and experience with site construction management
  • Strong oral and written communications skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team-based environment
  • Encourage Voice of Operator input/Feedback to define functionality of equipment
  • Plant and/or equipment layout experience with Maintenance access and functionality in mind.
  • Understanding of construction techniques, trade coordination, and phasing.


What You'll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $97,000K-$120,000K. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
  • Comprehensive low-cost co-pay Health Insurance; medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one!
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement plan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • Paid vacation
  • (Paid sick leave)
  • Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Community Involvement & Sustainable Solutions
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The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

About James Hardie Industries plc

James Hardie Industries plc, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells fiber cement siding and backer board products. It operates through North America Fiber Cement, International Fiber Cement, Other Businesses, and Research and Development segments. The company offers fiber cement interior linings, exterior siding products, and related accessories; fiber cement building materials for a range of applications, including external siding, internal walls, floors, ceilings, soffits, trim, fencing, decking, and facades; floor underlayments; planks, which are used in external siding; flat panels and squares for internal and external wall linings; gypsum fiber boards; and cement-bonded boards. It also provides various products, such as HardieTrim, a decorative trim; and HardieBacker, a tile backer board. The company markets its products and systems under the HardiePlank, HardiePanel, HardieTrim, HardieBacker, James Hardie, Artisan, Reveal, Cemplank, Scyon, Ritek, and Fermacell brands. James Hardie Industries plc was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
Learn more about James Hardie Industries plc
Size
5,196 employees
Market Cap
$7.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$148.1 million
5 Year Trend
+13.5%
Revenue
$2.6 billion
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