Corporate Project Manager

Votorantim Cement North America

Job Description

SUMMARY/JOB SCOPE:

We are seeking a results-driven Corporate Project Manager to manage capital projects within our cement operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for assigned projects through the full project lifecycle, from conceptual development and engineering through procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and final turnover to Operations.

The ideal candidate will have a solid technical foundation, preferably in mechanical engineering, combined with practical experience in project and construction management within an industrial environment. The role requires the ability to translate operational and business needs into practical project solutions and to effectively coordinate engineering partners, equipment suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

This position requires effective project coordination, sound technical judgment, construction management experience, and the ability to work independently with guidance from the Director, Engineering and CapEx, as needed. The successful candidate must be comfortable making timely decisions within established authority, taking ownership of assigned projects, and maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

The CapEx team supports the operating businesses by delivering projects safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage assigned capital projects through the full project lifecycle, from initial concept and feasibility through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and turnover to Operations.
• Work with Operations and other stakeholders to define project requirements, evaluate alternatives, develop practical solutions, and establish project scope, budget, schedule, and execution strategy.
• Manage internal and external engineering resources through conceptual, preliminary, and final engineering, including layouts, technical specifications, equipment requirements, constructability reviews, and design coordination.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, budgets, cost controls, forecasts, contingencies, change management, construction sequencing, and project risk, with input on contracting strategy from the Director, Engineering and CapEx, and Procurement.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor key milestones and critical path activities, and implement mitigation or recovery plans when required.
• Develop technical documentation for equipment and construction procurement, including equipment data sheets, technical specifications, scopes of work, RFPs, and tender packages.
• Coordinate technical evaluations with engineering and Operations and support the selection and procurement of mechanical and process equipment, contractors, consultants, and other project services.
• Manage tendering and contract award activities in collaboration with Procurement, including bidder clarifications, scope alignment, technical evaluations, and recommendations for award.
• Manage construction activities for assigned projects following contract award, coordinating contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure safe and effective project execution.
• Champion a strong safety culture throughout project development and execution, ensuring safety is incorporated into design, planning, contractor selection, construction, commissioning, and turnover.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety, environmental, regulatory, permitting, engineering, and company requirements.
• Take ownership of project issues, evaluate alternatives, and make timely decisions within established authority, seeking technical or management input and escalating matters when appropriate.
• Proactively manage project performance and risks related to safety, cost, schedule, quality, constructability, procurement, and operational integration, and provide clear reporting to management on project status and key decisions.
• Coordinate commissioning, startup, training, documentation, and turnover to ensure projects are successfully transitioned to Operations, and maintain complete and accurate project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

AUTHORITY/DECISION MAKING:

The Corporate Project Manager manages assigned projects within established company policies, project governance, approved budgets, and delegated authority, with guidance from the Director, Engineering and CapEx, as needed. The position is responsible for day-to-day project decisions related to engineering, procurement, contractor management, construction execution, schedule, cost, and project priorities. The successful candidate is expected to resolve routine project issues and bring forward recommendations on matters requiring leadership or stakeholder approval, including significant changes to scope, budget, schedule, or risk.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Corporate Project Manager coordinates and provides day-to-day project direction to multidisciplinary teams, including internal resources, engineering consultants, contractors, equipment suppliers, and other project partners. The role works with functional leaders to align resources, clarify responsibilities, and support delivery of assigned projects.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Experience managing capital projects in heavy industrial, manufacturing, cement, mining, aggregates, materials handling, or similar environments.
• Practical experience across project lifecycle phases, including project development, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover.
• Experience with industrial construction, contractor coordination, equipment procurement, cost control, scheduling, and project execution.

Job Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of industrial project development and construction practices.
• Knowledge of mechanical and process equipment, industrial facilities, and general construction methods.
• Working knowledge of project controls, including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, change management, and risk management.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical documentation, contracts, and construction documents.
• Understanding of contractor and equipment procurement processes.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, specifications, contracts, and governmental regulations. Ability to prepare clear reports, business correspondence, scopes of work, and project documentation, and to communicate effectively with employees, contractors, suppliers, consultants, and management.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications and project management/scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project.
• Experience with project controls, document management, and construction management systems.
• Experience with Procore is considered an asset.

Soft Skills:

• Effective project leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
• High degree of initiative, ownership, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently within established priorities and authority, and to recognize when guidance or escalation is needed.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with Operations, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and senior management.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Travel Requirement:

Regular travel is an important part of the role and will include visits to company facilities and the company’s head offices in Toronto. Travel frequency will vary depending on project needs and will typically consist of short-duration trips scheduled around key project activities.

The role is not intended to require extended assignments away from the employee’s home location. Travel will generally support project development, construction activities, meetings, commissioning, and other project needs rather than prolonged stays of several weeks or months.

Physical Demands:

When visiting project or construction sites, the employee may be required to walk through active industrial environments and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

Work Environment:

This position is primarily performed in an office or remote-work environment. The role also includes periodic travel to company facilities and active project or construction sites.

Site visits may involve exposure to typical industrial and construction conditions, including noise, dust, outdoor weather conditions, moving equipment, and areas requiring personal protective equipment.

NOTE:

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor.