Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business. important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: We are seeking an experienced Engineering Capital Project Manager to lead the execution of a critical $2.5 million upgrade to our batch chemical cooling process at our Arlington, TX facility. This project will involve significant engineering design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, technical, process safety and project management skills with a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and maintain the overall project schedule, budget, and scope of work.

• Manage project from concept through commissioning phase gate process.

  • Work with existing design firm and contractors for detailed scope.

  • Process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)

  • Equipment specifications and vendor selection

  • Safety and environmental assessments (HAZOP, SIL, etc.)

• Manage procurement activities, including:

  • Coordinate with Huntsman Procurement team.

  • Vendor selection and contract negotiations

  • Expediting equipment and materials deliveries

  • Quality control and inspection

• Oversee construction activities, including:

  • Coordinate with site for training, planning and permitting activities.

  • Contractor selection and management

  • Site safety and environmental compliance

  • Construction progress monitoring and reporting

• Coordinate with site for commissioning activities, including:

  • Pre-commissioning checks and equipment testing

  • System integration and performance verification

  • Troubleshooting and resolution of any issues

• Develop and maintain project documentation, including:

  • Project plans, schedules, and budgets

  • Engineering drawings and specifications

  • Procurement and construction records

  • Commissioning and startup reports

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including:

  • Project team members

  • Facility staff

  • Vendors and contractors

• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and issues.

Ideal Background

Education:  Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Civil Engineering from an accredited university is preferred.  

Certification: Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.  

Experience: This position requires 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management, preferably within the chemical or process industries.

• Proven experience in managing capital projects with budgets exceeding $1 million.

• Strong understanding of chemical process engineering principles, including:

  • Heat transfer and fluid mechanics

  • Process control and instrumentation

  • Process safety and environmental considerations

  • Batch chemical processes and cooling technologies

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project).

• Excellent communication, in