Onsite Project Manager - BP Whiting, IN

Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Legacy of Environmental Leadership!

Location: Headquartered in Indianapolis, with 2,000+ employees nationwide

About Us: At Heritage Environmental Services, we are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we've been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. With a dedicated team spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Why Heritage?

• Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customers waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don't generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities: At Heritage, your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety First: Your health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well-being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, or Not at All.
• Collaborative Environment: Together we can achieve much more. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Our Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive. As part of our team, you will have the freedom to contribute your expertise wherever needed, ensuring the success of our mission to protect the environment.

Our Ambition: Leading the Way in Hazardous Waste Management Our goal is to become the fastest-growing and most profitable hazardous waste platform, powered by industry-leading, end-to-end capabilities. We aim to be the top choice for our customers, driven by a high-performing team that thrives on solving challenges, continuous learning, and growth.

Exciting News: Heritage Environmental Services is now backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, enhancing our capabilities, and expanding our reach. EQT is a dynamic global investment powerhouse managing EUR 232 billion in assets (EUR 128 billion fee-generating). With a focus on Private Capital and Real Assets, EQT owns and supports leading companies across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, fostering sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. This exciting ownership positions us for even greater impact and growth in the future.

Onsite Project Manager As an Onsite Project Manager you will be responsible for managing the 24/7/365 operations of wastewater centrifuge units within a refinery environment. This role is based at a Heritage client site.

Essential Functions & Requirements:

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Assesses project needs related to equipment and labor and determines projected length of project and associated costs; maintains responsibility for adherence to project timeframes and budget
• Initiates project by scheduling resources, submitting required paperwork to begin project, negotiating with regulatory agency personnel and preparing written plans and compliance documents
• Monitors and keeps client informed of project progress by providing regular project status reporting; recognizes and negotiates authorized changes in original project plan and adjusts costs accordingly
• Maintains client relationships throughout project; completes daily meetings with client's operational staff and contractors to coordinate activities
• Learns, complies with, and maintains proficiency in the client's work and safety processes; participates in the client's contractor committees, particularly for safety
• Networks and develops relationships with personnel across the refinery, including contractors
• Supervises personnel involved in field operations, planning work that ensures safe conditions and instructs others (including 3 supervisors, 15 operators and 1 lab technician) on methods and procedures
• Prioritizes personnel and process safety and environmental compliance
• Develops a deep understanding of the mechanical and chemical practices used and provides technical guidance to staff for troubleshooting and to adapt operations as needed
• Leads small projects such as equipment maintenance and piping upgrades
• Maintains responsibility for monthly billing approval and other administrative tasks
• Participates in the hiring, performance evaluation, promotion, discipline and termination decision-making process for personnel
• Assists with Technical Services projects, performs field activities, and assists as a lab chemist in the on-site lab as needed
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (required); chemical or mechanical specialty (preferred)

Experience:

• 4+ years of experience as a plant/production engineer or manager in a refinery or chemical plant environment (required) -OR-
• In lieu of degree, 8+ years of experience as a plant/production engineer or manager in a refinery or chemical plant environment (required)
• 2+ years of supervisory experience (required)

Competencies:

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of all Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations pertaining to the environmental services industry
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with both internal and external customers
• Strong organizational skills to effectively schedule and monitor projects
• Strong business writing skills to develop project proposals and reporting
• Regular and predictable attendance to perform the essential functions and requirements of this role

Benefits, Compensation, & Workforce Diversity: Heritage offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with company match, and tuition reimbursement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

A post-offer drug screen will be required.

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