Project Manager

Job Title: Capital Projects Manager – Chemical Manufacturing

Job Description

This role leads capital projects in a chemical manufacturing environment from initial feasibility through design, procurement, construction, and commissioning. The Capital Projects Manager oversees project scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within financial targets while aligning with broader business priorities. The position requires strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, maintenance, and external contractors, and offers clear opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, and career progression within a global organization focused on sustainability, safety, and improving everyday life.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects through the full lifecycle, including feasibility studies, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Define, manage, and control project scope to ensure alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation strategies.
• Manage project schedules to ensure key deliverables are completed on time and in accordance with agreed timelines.
• Control project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure projects are delivered within financial targets.
• Coordinate and drive cross-functional collaboration between engineering, operations, maintenance, and external contractors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects, typically managing 5 to 10 projects at a time, while balancing priorities and resources effectively.
• Lead and support projects ranging from small to medium in size and complexity, with capital values typically between $50K and $3M.
• Ensure that project designs and implementations meet chemical manufacturing process requirements and safety standards.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight on process engineering and design aspects of projects, particularly within infrastructure-type projects.
• Monitor project risks, identify potential issues early, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project performance.
• Communicate project status, progress, and key decisions clearly to stakeholders and leadership.
• Support and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, sustainability, and safety in all project activities.
• Mentor and collaborate with team members and cross-functional partners to foster professional growth and effective teamwork.

Essential Skills

• 5–10 years of experience in capital project management, preferably within a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing capital projects through the full lifecycle, including feasibility, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Demonstrated experience in chemical manufacturing, with a strong understanding of process operations and requirements.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, typically 5 to 10 projects at a time.
• Experience in small to medium capital projects, generally in the range of $50K to $3M in size and complexity.
• Engineering degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong project management skills, including scope, schedule, and budget control.
• Ability to coordinate and influence cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, maintenance, and external contractors.
• Solid understanding of capital expenditure (capex) planning and execution in an industrial setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Process engineering and design experience is preferred, particularly in a chemical manufacturing context.
• Experience with infrastructure-type projects is preferred, as these are the primary focus of the role.
• Ability to develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present project updates clearly and confidently.
• Commitment to sustainability, safety, and continuous improvement in project execution.
• Interest in mentorship and leadership development, with a desire to grow within a global organization.
• Motivation to pursue continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

Work Environment

The position is based in a chemical manufacturing plant environment, working closely with on-site engineering, operations, and maintenance teams as well as external contractors. The role involves regular presence on the plant floor to oversee project execution, monitor construction and commissioning activities, and ensure that projects integrate effectively with existing operations. The environment emphasizes safety, sustainability, and operational reliability, with access to modern engineering and project management tools. The organization supports continuous learning, mentorship, and clear paths for career progression within a global, purpose-driven culture focused on positively impacting the world for generations to come.

This is a Contract position based out of Inman, SC.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Inman,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $100,000 - $140,000