Project Engineer - CAPEX Delivery

Turner & Townsend•Houston, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is hiring an ambitious and self-starting Project Engineer to support our client. The Project Engineer is responsible for supporting large engineering and construction projects in the US and Canada. This individual will provide direct daily support to a large construction project in Port Arthur Plant, Port Arthur, TX in the near term and additional projects as business needs change over time.

Requirements

Strong analytical skills and process focus
Tenacity and energy in leading change toward a high performing work environment
Design and analytical skills as normally attained through education and field experience
Auto CAD proficiency
Strong in project scheduling Tools such as Primavera or MS Project
Strong in Procore or Documentum
Ability to influence and coach others for results
Problem-solving skills and follow-up ability
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated effective communication, presentation and interpersonal skills in order to interface with and motivate all levels of personnel.
Ability to understand and use reference materials (manuals, schematics, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports
Demonstrated commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and other Company policies and procedures
OSHA - Industrial safety recognition and management (hot work, confined space, shoring and trenching, LOTO, fall protection, JSA others as needed)
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or equivalent
10 to 15 years of experience in an EPC environment for large capital projects in an oil/gas, chemical or hazardous design and construction projects
Proven track record in project engineering support on various major equipment and systems for large capital projects
Must have previously worked in similar capacity for at least 10 plus years
Strong project engineering background
Attention to details
Able to travel globally
Strong problem solving and project management skills
Strong PC skills with proficiency in word processing, project scheduling, spreadsheet and database software and the ability to optimize the use of technology and systems to communicate, manage budget and to streamline processes and increase efficiency
Proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
Valid Driver’s license and safe driving record
Ability to stay on feet for several hours during the day, walking through construction site
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally
Ability to climb ladders, climb on equipment
Ability to pass a respirator fit test and maintain certification annually, work with a respirator as required
Ability to work in a confined space (with proper training and safe work practices)
Ability to work above grade
Ability to work in extreme climate conditions (rain, wind, snow, ice, heat)

Responsibilities

Provide technical and administrative supports for various aspects of the project; design, procurement and construction
Manage RFIs and Change Orders.
Support project change management processes to ensure that the scope of work, cost and schedule are clearly defined and understood
Maintain records of and manage/approve change order requests and works to resolve issues with mechanical design
Lead internal and external meetings during the engineering design phase
Review design drawings to ensure conformance to industry standards
Review engineering comments on the drawings and resolve them with the engineering firm
Manage document control library of all pertinent project related documentation and drawing update
Maintain ongoing communication with project stakeholders, making adjustments as necessary to comply with project needs within contractual obligations
Coordinate with architects and contractors to ensure that designs meet legal and regulatory requirements
Identify potential risks and developing plans to mitigate them
Maintain project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems
Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends and recommending actions
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations
Maintain project risks database
Create a collaborative work environment
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.