What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Intake Manager position at Dyno Nobel, Inc.?
As a Project Intake Manager you will provide project management leadership during the earliest stages of capital projects (FEL 0). The Project Intake Manager coordinates business case support, data collection, scoping, early estimating, scheduling, and r
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives-helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
What You'll Do
As a Project Intake Manager you will provide project management leadership during the earliest stages of capital projects (FEL 0). The Project Intake Manager coordinates business case support, data collection, scoping, early estimating, scheduling, and risk identification. Other duties include:
- Ensures that Greenfields, AN, and IS projects have well-defined pipelines, clear scopes, deliverables, and documentation
- Supports the Sr. Manager, Project Controls with portfolio reporting, assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrate commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety. (Ensure Safe Act Observations, JSA, HAZOPs, Process Hazard Analysis, Management of Change, Take 5's, and all safety rules are being completed internally and with contractors.)
- Live and foster the Dyno Nobel Corporate Values.
- Develop FEL 0-1 deliverables including scope options, preliminary schedules, Class 5-4 estimates, and risk registers.
- Lead cross-functional workshops (scope definition, risk, constructability, contracting strategy).
- Support business case and AFE preparation, ensuring alignment with strategy and capital governance.
- Provide inputs into portfolio reporting and dashboards in support of Manager, Project Controls.
- Conduct benchmarking and lessons-learned reviews for early project phases.
- Support assurance activities including stage-gate reviews, QA/QC.
- Partner with PMs to ensure smooth transition from FEL 0/1 to FEL 1/2/3.
Contribute to continuous improvement of FEL standards, templates, and tools.
What We're Looking For:
- BS degree in Engineering (Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical preferred), Construction Management, or related discipline.
- 5 years in a related industry with experience in capital project FEL and estimating
- Familiarity with FEL stage-gate (0-1) and PMI PMBOK frameworks.
- Ability to quickly collect key information from stakeholders (one-on-one and via workshops) and collate it into a package that accurately conveys the justification, scope and cost estimate
- Proficiency with MS Project/Primavera, Excel, and cost estimating tools.
- Working knowledge of reporting and dashboarding (Power BI, Qlik).
- Knowledge with the selection of process equipment such as pumps, vessels, and heat exchangers.
- Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player
What We Offer:
- 3 weeks vacation 12 paid holidays PTO Days
- Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
- Matching 401K
- Generous tuition reimbursement program
- Friendly and supportive coworkers
Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere
Value People - Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises
Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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