WHAT WE NEED:

Project Manager (On-Site)

Sigma is currently seeking an on-site Project Manager for an assignment at a client site in Louisiana. This position will serve as the point of contact for several stakeholders both external and internal to our client possessing a good balance of technical and management skills. The role of this position is to develop and manage capital projects. This work includes, but may not be limited to: facilitating scope development of capital projects, compiling estimates based on developed scope, preparing Authorization For Expenditures (AFEs) for requesting capital funds, facilitating detailed engineering, following Management of Change (MOC) protocol, preparation of request for bid packages, evaluating proposals, requisitioning materials, writing and planning work orders as necessary, execution of project scope utilizing in-house labor or outside construction contractors, and tracking overall project costs and schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, prepare accurate cost estimates, execution schedules and prepare Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) documentation.
• Budget, design, or coordinate design, and manage installation of economically designed, safe, and effective modifications and upgrades to the facility within the allowable schedule.
• Execute approved projects within 10% of approved budgets. Responsible for preparation of Project Variation Requests (PVR) if budgets are under or overrun. Responsible for preparation of Scope Change Requests (SCR) should project needs deviate from the approved scope.
• Incorporate the applicable requirements of the site EHS program into project design scopes and continually evaluate ways to make the site run safer.
• Prepare bid packages for procurement of outside equipment and services, evaluate bids received, and make award recommendations.
• Review construction documentation prepared by outside engineering firms and vendors for compliance with project specs, constructability, and operability.
• Effectively communicate project status and progress vs schedule and budget targets to management.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, safety, and environmental departments to ensure the project safely meets the end user's needs and are, in compliance with all laws/regulations.

WHO WE NEED:

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Engineering from ABET accredited university preferred.
• Five or more years of engineering related experience in the oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing industry preferred.
• Three or more years of experience with capital project development and/or execution required.
• Three years of in-plant experience preferred, whether permanent or periodic temporary assignment.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) required.
• Strong management skills required, including team leading, decision making, and prioritizing.
• Prolific with Microsoft Office software. Familiar with Primavera, ICARUS, and/or equivalent scheduling and estimating software.
• Must be able to acquire Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC).

WHO WE ARE:

Founded in 1987, Sigma is a professional multi-discipline engineering and design company that serves the petrochemical, fertilizer, and refining industries. Privately owned and operated by Engineers, Sigma's culture empowers employees and clients to choose relationships and projects that fit our values and ultimately act as an extension of our clients. Our technical resources provide unmatched quality in multi-discipline engineering and design, in-plant services, supplier quality inspections, field services, automation, procurement and expediting, construction management, and leadership training.

If you would like to see more of what Sigma is about visit our website at www.sigmaec.com.

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening.
• Ability to pass background screening.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States