The Director, Project Solutions and Development will lead global efforts to optimize project offerings and create project scope with maximum project returns from opportunity inception through project approval. The incumbent will lead cross functional efforts to meet business needs to ensure the most competitive balance of: Business objectives fit with technology and engineering options available  Technology selection both within the company as well as externally  Process designs for application of the chosen technology Realistic but aggressive cost estimates and  Project execution strategies  This role will require application of cross functional skills and leadership to create project offerings that not only meet business objectives but create maximum business value.  The role will directly manage a small team of direct reports and will lead virtual teams in early project development (Pre-FEED) through FEED and project approval.  Discipline engineers (Process, Mechanical and Process Controls)  Operations professionals Product Managers Planning and Supply Chain  This individual must be recognized as an expert and a highly skilled influencer within the organization. Key customers are company’s Marketing and Product Management, Production, and Product Management. This position is based in Korea and reports to the Vice President of Engineering.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Direct management of a small team of 3-5 direct reports (Project Managers, Cost Estimator(s) and Scheduler(s)) 
• Lead virtual cross functional Project Solution and Development teams of as many 20 in early project development (Pre-FEED) through FEED and project approval.   
• Responsible for safety, quality, and operational excellence via efficient process design.
• Drives continuous improvement in safety, reliability, cost, quality and productivity.
• Recruits and develops project and project development engineers.
• Displays a quantitative, fact-based approach to decision making, problem solving, and resource management.
• Ensures that companies’ project offerings are the most competitive in the industry.
• Travels occasionally (20% expected) as needed.
• Collaborate with Executive Leadership, other senior management and stakeholders to ensure the department’s deliverables support business goals
• Successfully complete all required trainings.

Required Qualifications

• Strong safety and quality skills and mindset; ability to drive positive safety and quality culture through actions and behaviors
• Superior understanding of financial metrics including ROI, IRR and Total Cost of Ownership.
• Ability to understand market dynamics in emerging and maturing products 
• Familiarity with all engineering disciplines pertinent to specialty chemicals (i.e., Process, Mechanical, Process Controls and Civil Structural Engineering) 
• Ability to perform well under pressure and frequently changing priorities
• Superior problem solving and decision making skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 10 or more years experience in Project Development or Project Management 
• 5 or more years experience managing engineers, including preparation of performance appraisals to direct reports
• Strong mentoring and influence skills
• BS in Engineering
• Strong knowledge and experience in preparing Front End Engineering Design (FEED) packages, plant startup, and commissioning
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes (IFC, IBC, NFPA 30, API 520/521, etc.) and consensus standards related to hazardous materials manufacturing, usage, and storage
• Strong creativity and leadership for problem-solving
• Demonstrated skill and experience hiring and on-boarding high-performing individuals
• Demonstrated superior management and leadership skills, including the ability to influence subordinates, peers, and superiors through fact-based communications based on mutual respect.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed, including international travel (20% expected)

Preferred Qualifications

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• BS in Chemical Engineering
• Familiarity with Front End Loading (FEL) project development work process 
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
• Experience in both rapid growth environment and productivity improvement/cost reduction
• Participation in industry standard-setting organizations such as example CGA
• Experience in the manufacture or use of ultrahigh purity materials supplied to the semiconductor industry
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Advanced degree (chemical engineering or management)