Energy Job Search · 4 hours ago
CAPEX Project Manager
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelEnergy Job Search is a leading engineering staffing provider with over 90 years of combined experience in various sectors. The CAPEX Project Manager is responsible for leading capital investment projects, ensuring they are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead capital projects from concept, FEL development, and detailed design through construction, start-up, and closeout
Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and execution plans aligned with operational and business objectives
Manage project budgets, track CAPEX spending, and control changes to scope and cost
Coordinate internal engineering, operations, maintenance, procurement, and external engineering and construction partners
Provide on-site leadership during construction and installation activities in an operating manufacturing facility
Manage contractors and vendors, including bid evaluations, scope development, scheduling, and performance oversight
Conduct field walkdowns, resolve constructability and execution issues, and support commissioning and startup activities
Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with engineering standards, drawings, and specifications
Act as a safety leader for all project-related activities
Ensure compliance with site EHS standards, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements
Lead and manage Management of Change (MOC) processes related to capital projects
Review and approve work permits, lockout/tagout plans, and job safety analyses
Participate in and support hazard reviews, including PHA, JHA, and pre-task risk assessments
Apply sound engineering judgment to equipment selection, system modifications, and process improvements
Collaborate with operations and maintenance to ensure designs are practical, maintainable, and support long-term reliability
Ensure effective project handover to operations, including documentation, training, and as-built records
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline)
Experience managing and executing CAPEX projects in an industrial or process manufacturing environment
Proven experience managing field work and construction activities in operating facilities
Strong safety background, including hands-on experience with MOC processes, work permits, and contractor safety management
Strong project leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Preferred
Background in chemical manufacturing, water treatment, specialty materials, or other regulated process industries
Experience working in brownfield facilities with live operations
Familiarity with project controls, cost tracking, and scheduling tools
Benefits
Market-leading benefits packages
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Company
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201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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