Capital Project Manager

At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Engineering team is currently seeking a Capital Project Manager in our Omaha location. You will lead the technical aspects of capital projects or parts of larger capital projects under the direction of the Engineering Project Manager.  

You will manage capital projects up to $1,000,000. This role requires hands-on involvement in the entire project lifecycle (concept through commissioning).

• Familiarity with chemical production plants and processes including:
• Civil and mechanical issues
• Infrastructure (electrical, gas, water)
• Automation and PLC control of processes
• Sizing of pumps and piping systems
• Basic chemical process engineering and front end development of simple chemical process equipment (pumps, agitators, tanks, etc)

Project management skills including:

• Stakeholder management
• Concept development, scope definition, and project justification
• Design and specification
• RFP document development
• Cost estimation and cost management

Please note: We are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship at this time for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred, but candidates with appropriate experience will be considered
• A minimum of 5 years of experience holding technical responsibility for capital projects and managing multi-discipline capital projects in a production environment

Preferred Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with and influence colleagues at all levels, and operate effectively in a matrix organization with little direct supervision
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with stakeholders
• Assertive, but flexible and diplomatic
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to form and work with cross-functional teams
• Ability to be “hands-on”, but with the ability to direct and supervise

What we Offer

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members
• We offer flexible work options to support your work and personal needs
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
• Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status

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