Project Development Manager

Job Description

Monument Chemical Job Description

Position Title:

Project Development Manager

Job Status:

Full Time

Reports To: (position)

Technology/Engineering Manger

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Department:

Engineering

Work Schedule:

Day

Description

This position plays an essential role within the Technology and Engineering Department. This role is responsible and will lead the definition phase for capital projects and expense/maintenance projects for the Solvent business unit for Houston and Bayport sites. This includes developing projects from conceptual level through FEL stages with sufficient scoping and details to produce Cost Estimate, it also manages the Process Design Engineers and DCS engineers for the Solvent business.

Essential Functions / Key Accountabilities

· Collaborates with Technology/Eng Manager & site Leadership to prioritize projects

· Drives Projects to IFD status, applying concepts such as: Scope optimization, Fit-For-Purpose approach, Risk-Based decision making

· Contributes to capital Project work process development & Implementation

· Contributes to Project workflow / Roadmap roll-out, implementation

· Supports Mechanical Integrity activities.

· Supports Project Execution team with cost Estimates and project execution strategy

· Supports Process Tech / Eng Manager with content development, Design Practices, Tools and Methods

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Organic Chemistry background is a Plus.

Experience / Required Skills

· 15+ years of process design experience.

· Leadership experience

· Experience managing multiple projects and changing priorities.

· Embedded site-based experience.

· Advanced skills in application of simulation tools such as ChemCAD, Aspen, HTRI, etc

· Experience with Batch Reactor processes, campaign based operation and plant Dynamic behavior

· Experience developing H&MBs for steady state and Batch operation.

· Strong knowledge of major units of operation and how to select, design and specify:

Heat Exchangers, Pumps, L/V separators, Pressurized vessels including Storage Tanks

Distillation column Design, Control and specification

Reactor basic design concepts, Reactor controls

Instrumentations design & Selection

Fired Heater Design - Plus

· Ability to analyze, diagnose and troubleshoot

· Moderate to strong knowledge of Process Control

· Knowledge of main utility systems such as Steam, Condensate, Cooling Water, Hot Oil, etc

· Hydraulic Evaluations

· Experience with PRV contingency analysis, PRV sizing Relief Header sizing

· Strong knowledge of PHA, LOPA, SIL Systems and Protective Systems major components

· Knowledge of codes and standards such as ASME, API, NFPA

Certifications / Licenses List any required and preferred certifications/licenses

A state of Texas Professional Engineering license is encouraged, but not required for the position.

Physical Demands

This position requires periodic outdoor field work for planning designs or monitoring the progress of projects. This may include climbing stairs/ladders and safely entering process equipment for inspections.

Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long periods of time, up to 12 hours per day.

Working from a seated position for up to 12 hours per day.

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms one to two times per day.

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow or slippery surfaces.

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.

Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.

Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force, exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 15 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force consistently to move objects forward, downward or outward.

Using upper extremities to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 15 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force consistently to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.

Raising objects up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 15 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds consistently from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.

Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

Possible subject to environmental conditions. Activities could occur inside and outside.

Subject to extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 for periods of more than one hour.

Subject to vibration. Exposure to movements of the extremities or whole body. Operate/drive utility vehicle.

Subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for tasks as required. FRC uniform, hard hat, safety toe work boots, safety glasses, gloves etc.