• Job Description

  Req#: R2045020

  At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

  Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

  About you and this role

  Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Program Construction Manager. The Technical Expertise & Support (TES) organization is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to safely execute field construction of the PATH2ZERO (TNZ P2Z) Program. This position will have a primary office location in Terneuzen, The Netherlands.

  Dow’s Terneuzen PATH2ZERO Program consists of multiple projects aimed to achieve a CO2 reduction of 42.5% by 2030 and is part of the Multi Generation Plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

  As the Program Construction Manager you are ultimately responsible for the complete P2Z (Path-to-Zero) Program Scoping and safe field execution, located at the Terneuzen Site in the Netherlands.

  The role of the Dow PATH2ZERO Path to Zero (P2Z) Program Construction Manager requires strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, the ability to self-direct, a background in engineering and construction of Petrochemical projects, operational requirements and an emphasis on Program/construction management acquired from Large to Mega Projects (minimum €500MM).

  As the Program Construction Manager you have the overall responsibility for supporting Stage 2 (Project Definition) and Driving Stage 3 (Project Design and Construction) Construction deliverables identified in Dow’s Global Project Methodology (GPM). This role is part of the project steering team and must provide construction planning and execution knowledge to enable decisions on key project execution strategies, also in an EPC Outsourcing environment.

  As the Program Construction Manager you will coordinate & interface with Chennai and Houston DOW Engineering Centers and is expected to support and drive Constructability Reviews, Development of Program Construction Plans (CEP, CQP, CHSEE, Marshalling and Materials Management Plans), participate in Bid Reviews and Contractor’s assessment Panels and Selection, and resourcing the Program with skilled Construction Management team members.

  As the Program Construction Manager you will be a relentless advocate for managing a safe worksite. Safety is one of the four main pillars of DOW, joined by Quality, Schedule adherence, and Cost Management. The Program Construction Manager will also collaborate with DOW Leadership Team, from Project Engineering to Contracts, Procurement, Maintenance and Operations, and other internal groups to maintain the corporate vision and goals for the Program.

  Responsibilities

  • Champion the use of construction safety best practices and drive to a zero-incident safety culture on all projects. Ensures EH&S plans are developed and implemented to meet EH&S goals, including the execution of the Program Construction Safety plan.
  • Plans, directs, and leads the efforts of the Construction Management team to achieve project targets for cost, cycle time, safety, productivity, and operability.
  • Capable of operating as a construction expert as well as a team member to ensure the best available industry practices are implemented from concept to inception of the project at hand.
  • Guide contractual disputes with Adopts a fair and reasonable approach. in dealing with contractual disputes. Assist with Reviews and analysis of all claims submitted by the Contractor.
  • Responsible for providing overall field contract administration and coordination of a diverse group of contractors. n a mega program or mega project of a diverse and complex nature.
  • Demonstrate proactive awareness and reporting of the overall progress of the project and work closely alongside the contractor(s) to mitigate against program risks.
  • Coordinate interfaces with Work alongside the project team and Main Contractor(s) and EPCm. (if applicable) to coordinate all interfaces between including the different contractors working on and adjacent to the other construction plots within the Terneuzen Site.
  • Reviewing project standards, methodologies, and documents to assure the submitted construction plan, specifications, resources allocation, machinery and equipment are compatible and aligned with the overall project objectives and directing to the optimum construction methodology of the project.
  • Responsible for hiring, supervising, mentoring, professional development, and evaluating staff. Supervises assigned staff to verify that the Program activities are monitored and controlled.
  • Creates, applies, and shares best practices to identify and drive cost-effective solutions for the strategic and tactical delivery of a construction project. Applies influence, strategy, and decision-making to drive solutions and schedules.
  • Define opportunities to minimize Construction costs through proper planning, technology application and constructability techniques.
  • Provide construction expertise during Front End Loading (FEL) of a project.
  • Ideally, knowledgeable with the Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) work processes
  • Provide input to the contract labor strategy – unit rate, lump sum, time and material or a hybrid contract.
  • Provide input to the preliminary construction schedule and labor resources.
  • Drives utilization of Dow’s best practices and Most Effective Technology (MET) on all projects.
  • Coach and mentor Construction personnel within the team.
  • Help and support the CSU Program leader to facilitate work processes for Pre-commissioning, Turnover, and Commissioning transition. And set up a role and responsibility matrix.

  Qualifications

  • A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or Construction equivalent experience is required. Degree disciplines in Engineering or Construction Management are preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of industry experience managing and delivering large and/or complex construction projects to a high standard, spread between Brownfield and Greenfield working environments.
  • Demonstrate effective leadership and high commitment in order to achieve goals.
  • Familiar Experience with contractual matters related to construction projects and good working knowledge of the Lump Sum, Unit Rates and Time and Materials Contracts.
  • Proficiency in English communication (both written and spoken), and a functional command of spoken Dutch. Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken); a good command of Dutch (spoken).
  • Proven experience working to tight deadlines within a changing environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Displays excellent judgment, assertiveness, and diplomatic skills.
  • Ideally, knowledgeable with the Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) work process is preferred.
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite, including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel and other scheduling programs (e.g., MS Project).

  Additional notes

  To Be Considered Candidates:

  • Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Relocation may be considered.
  • Should be open to relocating within the EMEAI region, if necessary, particularly after the Netherlands project concludes.

  Benefits – What Dow offers you

  We invest in you.

  Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

  Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

  • Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
  • Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
  • Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
  • Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
  • Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
  • Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
  • Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:
    • Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
    • Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
    • Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

  Join our team, we can make a difference together.

  About Dow

  Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance leadership to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 37,800 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $57 billion in 2022. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.

  As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

• About the company

  The Dow Chemical Company is an American multinational chemical corporation headquartered in Midland, Michigan, United States, and a subsidiary of Dow Inc.

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