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Project Lead

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Companychevron
CategoryOperations & Admin
LocationAmes, Iowa, United States of America
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelLead
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted10 Aug 2026
Last verified10 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (workday)
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Description
Chevron is accepting online applications for the position   of   Project   Team   Lead   through   08 /17 / 2026   at   11:59 p.m.   Central   Standard . Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to: • Provides project management for facilities engineering projects. Ensures projects are completed with high quality, safe,  timely , and cost effective. Manages core team and contractors working to align with corporate and departmental  objectives . • Provides project management for facilities engineering projects as part of the DM&C P&P Project Execution department. Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, cost effectively, and   in accordance with   applicable quality expectations and project requirements. Manages core teams and contractors during Project Execution phases and supports core teams during Opportunity Shaping phases to align work with   co r porate   and departmental   objectives . • Provide technical and functional guidance to the project team. • Engages collaboratively with key internal/external partners, customers, stakeholders, shared resources, and subject matter experts for review and/or approval of functional, technical, reliability, maintainability, operability, and quality requirements • Communicates effectively and routinely with decision makers   to   ensure   appropriate risks , economics, and trade-offs are understood . • Manage relationships with key delivery partners and suppliers . • Ensure compliance responsibilities are satisfied, and all work is conducted safely and reliably . • Communicate regularly with stakeholders and team members to prioritize work and update status progress. • Responsible for preparing and securing funding requests for projects. • Provides monthly updates on cash flow forecasting and schedule progress for assigned project(s) with the   objective   of managing predictable performance at a target of +/- 10% accuracy of cash flow projections. • Develops and   utilizes   the   appropriate level   of DM&C project Management tools and process deliverables to achieve project front-end loading   objectives . • Reviews,   facilitates , and/or approves material and service requisitions, orders, and invoices for the   appropriate level   of delegation of expenditure authority. • Identifies   and manages project risks and mitigations plans. • Manages PSM and MOC related activities for the assigned project(s) . • Ensures   appropriate Health , Safety, and Environmental requirements are incorporated and/or addressed on the assigned project(s). Required Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant project execution experience and   demonstrated   technical capability. • Demonstrated ability to apply fit-for-purpose project management practices in a phase-gated   methodology   to safely execute brownfield projects in a complex processing facility. Possesses a strong understanding of industrial plant operations, Chevron technical codes and standards, project execution methodologies, constructability, maintainability, procurement, contracting, quality management, and relevant engineering principles. Applies   Minimum Functional Objectives (MFOs)   and Operational Science principles to help define fit-for-purpose project scope, challenge nonessential complexity, and improve project competitiveness and predictability. Effectively integrates safety, regulatory, PSM/MOC, operational, and quality requirements into project planning and execution to support Incident and Injury Free performance and reliable project delivery. • Demonstrated ability to manage project performance through disciplined use of project controls, including estimating, scheduling, progress measurement, forecasting, cash flow management, and decision-making tools and processes. Collaborates effectively with Cost Engineering and Project Services resources to develop and review cost estimates and schedules, secures alignment on resources needed to execute the work, and proactively   identifies , assesses, and mitigates risks and issues to deliver predictable outcomes on budget and schedule. • Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and align cross-functional teams, contractors, engineering partners, internal and external stakeholders, and shared resources to deliver project outcomes. Communicates clearly, transparently, and routinely with leadership, decision makers, team members, and stakeholders to align expectations, priorities, risks, economics, and trade-offs. Builds trusted relationships and promotes a One-Team culture through inclusive collaboration, role modeling, contractor management, barrier removal, and engagement of the proper resources to achieve project   objectives . Preferred Qualifications: • Experience executing brownfield capital projects within complex   industrial     manufacturing , energy, or processing facilities. • Experience leading projects of moderate complexity with responsibility for scope, schedule, cost, risk, and stakeholder alignment. • Advanced knowledge of project execution best practices, constructability, maintainability, procurement, contracting, and quality management. • Experience applying structured project delivery methodologies to improve project predictability, competitiveness, and value delivery. • Broad understanding of industry practices, regulatory requirements, and related disciplines that support successful project execution. • Professional certification in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (e.g., PMP or equivalent). Relocation Options: Relocation   may be   considered within Chevron parameters. International Considerations: Expatriate assignments   will not   be considered. Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position. U.S. Regulatory notice: Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] . 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