Engineering and Construction Manager

Ascend Elements is revolutionizing the production of lithium-ion battery materials by establishing a clean and sustainable supply chain using recycled feedstock.
Its patented Hydro-to-Cathode™ technology directly synthesizes new cathode materials from spent lithium-ion cells more efficiently than traditional methods, resulting in reduced cost, improved performance, and lowered GHG emissions.
The results are lower cost, better performance batteries with fewer discarded in landfill, a cleaner manufacturing process, and a truly sustainable closed-loop circular battery economy.
Ascend Elements is taking the lithium-ion battery industry to a higher level.
We are hiring an Engineering Manager to be part of our Construction and Engineering Team at our new site in Hopkinsville, KY.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to - Monitoring all engineering project progress, following up with stakeholders, when necessary, on the completion or delay of project phases, and supporting project managers and the entire engineering department’s needs Communicating with project managers and engineering personnel regarding project and department needs and goals.
Communicating with stakeholders, regarding project needs and goals Communicating with senior management on internal department needs Partner with engineering team to plan strategic capital and facilities planning, ensuring plan aligned with business needs, produce long range capital plans, and supporting plans supporting the coordination and management of projects Communicating with project managers and engineering personnel regarding project and department needs and goals Partner with Business unit to plan Strategic Capital and Facilities Planning, develop site Master Plans aligned with business needs, produce long range capital plans, and supporting plans Partner with Business unit management to develop and maintain a dynamic capital project portfolio based on site Master plans Provide expert advice and guidance on the justification, evaluation and approval of capital projects Ensure timely and cost-effective project development, design and management, and compliance with governmental regulations Education and Other Qualifications - Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.
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) or equivalent in engineering discipline (electrical, mechanical, civil) or related discipline 15 or more years related experience in a role with responsibility for capital project portfolios, preferably Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills Team-oriented individual capable of leading and managing integrated teams including subcontractors Demonstrated success in acting as a Project Manager Demonstrated understanding of integrated project delivery including engineering, procurement, and construction processes APPLY TODAY! Ascend Elements is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.