Construction Project Manager

Mitra Chem is a specialty chemicals innovator focused on solving 3 problems:

• Speed - developing a proprietary machine learning advantage to significantly reduce the time to bring battery materials products from lab to market
• Iron-Rich Cathodes - an initial product focus on lithium-ion battery materials for mass electrification
• Scale - building US manufacturing capacity for Inflation Reduction Act compliance

We recently were awarded >$125M in grants from the Department of Energy and State of Michigan to develop our first domestic manufacturing asset. With teams across multiple offices in Asia and the USA, Mitra Chem is constantly looking for motivated team members across a variety of functions. Join our team and be part of the growing battery revolution.

We are looking for an experienced and highly organized Construction Project Manager to join our industrialization team and lead the planning, coordination, and execution of Mitra Chem’s first manufacturing plant build-out in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the factory build-out project from conceptual design to completion
• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive project execution plan and schedule to ensure all project milestones are met on time
• Serve as the primary liaison between multiple engineering firms, external project managers, consultants, and other key stakeholders, including international partners
• Monitor costs and expenditures; identify and address cost overruns and variances in a timely manner
• Review and assess design drawings, specifications, and documents provided by engineering firms to ensure they meet project requirements and standards.
• Ensure that all designs are in alignment with client requirements, construction codes, and safety standards
• Act similarly as an owner’s representative by managing the contractors, subcontractors and suppliers involved in the project
• Oversee construction progress, ensuring that work is performed according to the approved design, on time, and within budget.
• Monitor quality control throughout the construction phase and address any issues or discrepancies that arise on-site
• Assist with commissioning of production lines and equipment, ensuring a successful transition from construction and commissioning to start of operations 

Qualification and requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree with 10+ years of experience in construction management, preferably in chemical manufacturing industry
• Flexible to relocate to Michigan to stay close to the construction site
• Strong understanding of construction and MEP systems, and proven experience with general contractors and trade professionals
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with construction software and project management tools (e.g. Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD). PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification is a plus
• Knowledge of EHS and regulations within the construction and chemical manufacturing industry
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with firms in Asia. Ability to adapt and manage cultural differences between Asian and American firms. Korean or Mandarin speaker is preferred. 

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including company equity
• Comprehensive benefits including health, vision and dental insurance, Tax-free spending accounts, along with life and disability insurances
• 401k matching and savings programs
• Flexible time off with company holidays
• Free daily lunch and snacks

Mitra Chem is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We take steps to provide our employees, applicants, and others with whom we do business with an environment that is free of any form of discrimination and harassment (including harassment based on any of these characteristics). Mitra Chem is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job applications procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.