What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at INEOS Joliet, LLC?
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND JOB PURPOSE
Organizational Context INEOS is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, specialty chemicals and oil products. Our products touch every aspect of modern day life. INEOS comprises 36 businesses each with a major chemical company heritage. Our production network spans 196 sites in 29 countries throughout the world. INEOS Joliet is part of the INEOS Enterprises portfolio. INEOS Enterprises is a global market leader in the production of intermediary chemicals that are used as an essential input into chemical value chains across a broad variety of end markets and sectors. The INEOS Joliet facility was originally constructed by Amoco starting in 1957. At our ~775-acre site in Channahon township, (about 40 miles southwest of Chicago) we produce three products - Purified Isophthalic Acid (PIA), Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) and Maleic Anhydride (MAN). The proprietary technologies used by INEOS Joliet were originally developed by Amoco at the site.
Main Purpose The Project Manager’s key responsibility is to ensure capital and expense projects within the facility are developed and implemented safely; meeting key project and site performance measures and following the project management system requirements and meeting the requirements of Management of Change (MOC) process, as well as all government and engineering standards, codes and best practices..
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Ensure that all aspects of the MOC system are met. Ensure that Process Safety and Mechanical Integrity requirements are met. Ensure that capital projects meet project management system and MOC requirements. Lead the development, approval and implementation of projects, meeting the safety, schedule, cost and quality goals identified for each project: o Lead the project team and other resources to complete project stage deliverables o Own change control process o Develop and update project execution plans o Issue monthly project spending forecast for each managed project o Accountable for project cost and schedule o Remove obstacles (issues) that impede progress o Frame-up options and make recommendations supported by data. o Lead the project team to identify, manage, and mitigate risks (safety, environmental, economic) o Maintain project records and update site Process Safety Information (PSI) and Governed Records as impacted by projects o Prepare bid request documents for E&C contractors and equipment fabricators o Prepare cost estimates for projects o Manage the work of contract engineering firms to meet project objectives o Lead the selection of contractors and fabricators as part of the bidding process o Prepare project Sanction packages and present to management for approval o Conduct economic analyses for project justification Achieve project owner/site objectives: o Understand Project owner objectives o Communicate project objectives to the team o Manage expectations for operability, reliability, cost, and schedule o Communicate project issues to site leadership Understand and follow governed records storage strategy, record location, and controls.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Maintain relevant safety knowledge of and apply to safe work practices, hazard recognition and risk analysis tools (JSA, High Risk Approval policy, crane safety, etc.). Provide input and lead specific efforts for improvement of the project management system and execution efficiency at Joliet. Provide input in the development and implementation of the annual capital project plan Provide mentoring to other site staff on project execution methods/processes. Maintain Proprietary Information in confidence and assure necessary confidentiality agreements are properly executed.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree an engineering discipline (Chemical or Mechanical preferred) 10 years of engineering and/or project management experience Working knowledge of Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) - government regulations, engineering specifications, codes and standards (e.g. ASME, API, ANSI) Working knowledge of petrochemical plant operations Skills/Competencies Demonstrated successful verbal, written, and interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of audiences, to include hourly employees, fellow engineers, and management. 10 years of engineering and/or project management experience Working knowledge of Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) - government regulations, engineering specifications, codes and standards (e.g. ASME, API, ANSI) Working knowledge of petrochemical plant operations
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job is performed mainly in a temperature-controlled office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and perform tasks requiring repetitive use of hands. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures on a computer monitor. The employee must walk, stand and travel by car or other means. They must be able to work in a variety of environments that include both fieldwork and deskwork. Minimum requirements include: Maintaining constant awareness of personal safety and the safety of all other personnel. This includes knowledge of unit operation, procedures, and rules. Being able to work in a data sensitive environment that includes large rotating equipment and hazardous chemicals. Must be able to withstand both winter and summer temperatures while wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment. Must be comfortable working in a loud environment that could include exposure to fumes / odors or vibration from surrounding equipment. Being able to climb and descend stairs up to a total structure height of 80 feet. Being physically able to wear and navigate through the unit with a respirator if needed.