Senior Project Manager
Title: Senior Project Manager
Salary: $80,000-$125,000
Location: Central Washington
Company Summary:
A leading midsized chemical manufacturer is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to join its team in central Washington. Known for its ultra‑pure products and 98% employee retention rate, the company supports global leaders in the semiconductor and display industries. This role offers the opportunity to lead major, mission‑critical capital projects in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment with strong stability and long‑term career potential.
The Senior Project Manager will oversee large‑scale construction, facility upgrades, equipment installations, and multi‑year capital projects that directly impact production capacity, safety, and site development.
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for…
- Leading full lifecycle execution of construction and CAPEX projects, from initiation through closeout
- Managing plant, property & equipment (PPE) upgrades, new builds, facility expansions, utilities, and process equipment installation
- Supporting startup, commissioning, modifications, and system validation activities
- Coordinating cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, EHS, maintenance, and external contractors
- Overseeing procurement efforts including specifications, bidding, vendor selection, contract management, and delivery logistics
- Conducting field walk‑downs, verifying work progress, and resolving on‑site issues
- Developing detailed project schedules, cost tracking, risk mitigation strategies, and progress reporting
- Preparing project documentation including meeting notes, summaries, status reports, and technical closeout packages
- Managing multiple concurrent projects ranging from multi‑year capital builds to smaller facility improvements
- Ensuring strong communication and alignment across all stakeholders, including executives
The Senior Project Manager should have the following qualifications…
- 4+ years of project management experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial facilities, semiconductor, or related fields
- Strong background in construction management, facility upgrades, utilities, and CAPEX project execution
- Experience with equipment installation, contractor coordination, and construction sequencing
- Hands‑on approach with comfort working in an industrial plant environment and wearing PPE
- Strong procurement experience, including vendor evaluation and materials sourcing
- Ability to manage projects ranging from multi‑million‑dollar, multi‑year builds to smaller site projects
- Excellent communication skills, documentation discipline, and ability to lead cross‑functional teams
- Engineering or technical background preferred (mechanical, chemical, industrial), but not required
- Experience with commissioning/startup is a strong plus
- Exposure to AI or automation projects is highly desirable and may support compensation above the stated range
- Ability to work onsite in Moses Lake, WA (relocation support available)
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus program
- Generous PTO and majority‑paid medical/dental/vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Company‑paid long‑term disability, EAP, and fitness club membership
- Education assistance and relocation support
- Located in central Washington - a recreational haven with access to hiking, skiing, and water sports
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