Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.
Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.
The location in Port Mellon, (British Columbia, Canada), is seeking talent to fill the position of Project Executive-Construction Paper Operations. This job is full-time permanent.
Project Executive-Construction Paper Operations PROJE001937
Posting Details
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- Posted: May 22, 2024
- Full-Time
- On-site
- Locations
Port Mellon, BC V0N2S0, CAN
Job Details
Description
The Project Executive - Construction - Senior Advisor, Global Pulp Technology will be part of the investment committee, oversees the overall capital allocation of the PE Group’s Pulp related business, and approves all key investments. She/he will evaluate projects and make recommendations with respect to reducing overall project expense by utilizing alternative designs or technologies; cost competitive country procurement strategies; cost reduction options utilizing internal designs; and evaluating project assumptions and financials.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and influence in shaping standards for Cap Ex optimization efforts by establishing objectives, strategies, and advocating cutting edge technologies, fit for purpose designs and low cost sourcing.
- Evaluate all Cap Ex proposals; validate assumptions, assess design elements and proposed costs: validate estimated returns and recommend opportunities to reduce overall project costs.
- Partner with BUs in the following tasks:
- Build Cap Ex investment strategy that aligns with overall business strategy to help the company grow: by repurposing assets, finding opportunity in greenfield projects, and even M&A
- Help to formulize Cap Ex allocation based on value creation potential.
- Provide out of box solution to lower down overall Cap Ex while maintaining optimal performance standard
- Help to connect and communicate with key suppliers, including the ones from low cost countries
- Regularly monitor the progress of Cap Ex implementation
- Help to make sure the project will run smooth during the start-up period
- Oversee the progress of Cap Ex projects and provide periodic reports to the Management Board and Founder.
- Evaluate opportunities for in-house designs of non-critical components to reduce project costs.
- Reduce Cap Ex investments by sourcing from cost competitive countries like Japan, Brazil, Taiwan.
- Contribute to the development of the annual Cap Ex plan based on expertise around machinery improvements/optimizations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor and above degree in Paper Science Engineering, Mechanical, Chemical is preferred.
- Minimum five years specialized knowledge of Pulp & Paper manufacturing equipment and processes is required.
- Minimum five year management experience in pulp and paper global technology, production and operation.
- An innovative and forward-thinking leader.
- Ability to effectively lead change and work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Highly motivated and result oriented.
- Proven track record of Cap Ex project management, turn-around, vendor management.
- Can effectively identify and evaluate technical and non-technical opportunities for improvement and translate them to financial terms that provides a business case and supports investment.
- Demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo and improve existing processes/programs.
- Official Languages: English
WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:
- Fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- Personal Suitability: Team Player
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