What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mgr, Project Engineering position at Messer Americas?
Job Summary:
In addition to being a key contributor to their assigned projects, this position in the administrative manager of the Project Engineering team at Messer. This team is responsible for the day-to-day management of much of our key capital projects.
This includes coordination of detailed design, schedule, procurement and stage gate processes (P&ID review, Hazop, Model Reviews, Safety Reviews).
The Project Engineers provide critical value to the organization by ensuring the project stays on track to achieve it business goals. As the key interface between the various organizations in Messer, project engineers gain unique insights into the functioning of the organization and how Messer delivers value to our customer. They use this insight to dive their project(s) forward.
As a working supervisor, lead the Project Engineering and Execution Project Engineering team (including outsource and contract resources) to develop winning proposals and deliver projects Safely, to Specification, on Schedule and on Budget. This includes hiring and developing the team, developing tools that are aligned both with Operations and Messer globally.
Why Messer?
Messer is the world's largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.
The true strength of Messer is our people-at every level and in every role.
Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.
Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.
Principal Responsibilities:
The Project Engineering team is responsible for the following on their assigned projects.
- Supporting the Project Manager in all aspects of the project both in the office and the field
- Coordinating Discipline[1] Engineering between internal engineers and EPC partners to ensure completeness and timeliness[2].
- Handling the day-to-day detailed management of the project schedule
- Handling the day-to-day transactional process of purchase and invoices
- Managing the document control process
- Managing all the design reviews including HAZOP/PSR and PSSR process
- Coordinating with Construction and Commissioning Program Managers on Manpower Requirements.
- Other possibilities depending on experience level of Project Engineer
- Planning and implementation of commissioning
- Providing regular updates to stakeholders on their assigned projects. This can include budget, schedule, and technical progress.
Required Skills:
Functional:
- Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Visio, Excel
- Experience with MS project is a plus.
Managerial:
- Ability to work comfortably as a team leader, team member, or as an independent contributor.
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Ability to delegate
- Coaching and training
Other:
- Passion for safety
- Proven technical knowledge in multiple engineering disciplines
- Knowledge of FEL/Stage/Gate project management methodology (PEMBOK), and Project Management software and tools (including but not limited to Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS project, Primavera)
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
- Ability to travel 20-40% as required for site visits, shop visits, Coordination with Engineering Contractors, QA/QC support, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engineering efforts simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in supervising the work of others (experience with administrative responsibilities not required but a plus)
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; advanced degree a plus.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in industrial gases or chemical plant design/operation/projects and 3-5 years as a supervisor.
About Messer:
Messer's safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.
We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization - the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.
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Messer North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Company provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
