Job Description

Lilac is seeking a Project Director to manage design, construction, and start-up of its Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) Process plants ranging in size from approximately $10 million for pilot plants to $300 million for commercial-scale facilities. The individual will report directly to the Vice President of Project Execution within the Brine Division. Approximately 25% travel will be required including international travel. Location: This can be in Salt Lake City, UT or Oakland, CA.Responsibilities

• Act as the company representative with the client and selected subcontractors during the project
• Oversee establishment of Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, Scope Management Plan, Schedule, and other documents as required
• Work with other managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project
• Mobilize company resources, through liaison with support departments, other offices, or subsidiaries, to create project teams capable of effectively executing the project
• Plan, direct, supervise, and control the execution of all financial, technical, and administrative functions of the assigned project
• Identify, assess, manage, and report on project risks along with risk mitigations and contingency across the program
• Report to management on the progress of the project, including significant milestones, actual costs, committed costs, forecast costs, and schedule
• Develop periodical project progress summary report to the client
• Ensure Project team members are kept abreast of all information pertinent to the successful completion of their tasks
• Establish weekly project meetings to review project status and formulate action plans
• Follow up as necessary with team members on instructions to ensure project objectives are achieved 
• Provide input to performance reviews and development plans for subordinates

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• At least 10-15 years of experience in managing the design through construction of large industrial projects including at least two projects in excess of $100 million
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence within all levels of the organization
• Significant international experience
• Solid knowledge and understanding of project design, engineering, procurement, material management, construction, commissioning, start-up, turnover work processes, sequencing, and interfaces
• Jobsite experience and understanding of the construction safety programs
• Excellent English communication skills, both orally and written
• Proven ability to provide consistent project forecasts throughout life of project
• Employment authorization to work in the United States immediately
• Knowledge of project tools including 
• Scheduling such a P6
• Progress measurement
• Risk assessment and management
• Work breakdown structure
• Change management
• Cost control
• Estimating process and planning
• Basic computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, email, spreadsheets, scheduling software, and electronic presentations
• Strong commitment to ethical business practices
• Excited to work on a small fast-paced startup team with a drive to succeed and grow with the company
• Experienced in contract negotiations including terms and conditions, scope of work, payment terms, performance guarantees, liquidated damages, etc.
• Experience in managing multiple contract structures such as Lump Sum/Reimbursable/Guaranteed Maximum price/Schedule of Rates
• Proactive - goal orientated with the initiative to influence events positively

Preferred Skills

• Advanced degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• PMP Certification
• Ability to resolve complex problems and to be comfortable in complex project or business environments
• South American experience
• Spanish oral and written language skills
• Experience in engineering, construction in the chemicals or mining industries
• Experience in commissioning and operational readiness

Compensation

• Salary Range: 150k - 200k (commensurate with experience)
• Stock options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401k/RRSP
• Flexible Paid Time Off Policy
• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Daily catered lunch and onsite gym for Oakland employees
• Monthly phone stipend

EEO Statement

Lilac Solutions is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on a protected category, and an environment free from retaliation for participating in any protected activity. Lilac Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.