Construction Project Manager in Plaquemine LA Job Listing at Kelly Services in Plaquemine, LA (Job ID US3575001_BH9867347)

Description

Kelly Science & Clinical is currently seeking Project Manager candidates for a tank farm repair/restoration project at a chemical plant in Plaquemine LA. The overall responsibility of this role is to drive the execution of the project while fostering a culture of safety and ensuring stakeholder alignment from initial planning through completion.

Job Responsibilities:

• Safety Leadership: Champion site safety and regulatory compliance
• Project Oversight: Manage construction activities from mobilization to completion
• Contractor Supervision: Ensure contractor performance meets project standards and contract obligations
• Planning & Constructability: Provide input during design and support work breakdown, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Cost & Schedule Control: Monitor budgets, manage change orders, and track schedule adherence
• Quality Assurance: Oversee inspection/testing and ensure compliance with specifications and codes
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the on-site liaison for contractors, engineers, and regulatory bodies
• Risk Mitigation: Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Reporting: Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular updates to leadership

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Science, or related field (or equivalent field experience)
• PMP, CCM, or other professional project management certification is preferred
• 15+ years of progressive project management experience focused on projects in the process industry
• Candidates having worked at the Dow Chemical plant are highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of construction best practices, safety protocols, and project delivery methods
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multidisciplinary projects from concept through commissioning
• Proficiency with tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

This is a 4-6 month project with a Monday-Friday, 10 hours per day, work schedule. Pay rate is commensurate upon applicable education and experience. If you feel you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume for immediate consideration.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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