Senior Project Manager (Manufacturing Facilities Construction and Technology Transfer)
Location: Princeton, NJ
Place of work: Hybrid
Are you ready to lead large-scale engineering projects that will shape the future of our manufacturing operations?To support our continued growth, the LCP (Large Capital Project) organization at dsm-firmenich in the Americas is preparing for a significant increase in workload over the next few years. As the company's expert team in delivering large capital projects, we provide critical support to all business units. To ensure the successful execution of our expanding project portfolio, we are seeking talented individuals to join our team.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager (Manufacturing Facilities Construction and Technology Transfer) at our Princeton facility.
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of projects related to engineering, procurement, construction, and startup, with a focus on installing new production lines and constructing greenfield factories. You will lead project planning and scheduling efforts, and co-own project outcomes. Depending on project size and portfolio needs, you may also take on the role of Senior Project Manager or Senior Engineering Manager. Our Princeton campus, which serves as our regional headquarters, includes two factories, offices, a warehouse, and laboratories.
At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.
Your key responsibilities:
Safely deliver Large Capital Projects on time, on budget and in scope with travel up to 35%
Collaborate with operation teams to deliver lean production plants
Coordinate multi-disciplinary cross-functional project teams
Master contractual partnerships to deliver successfully each workstreams and coordinate them
Escalate risk to the leadership team and course correct as needed
Carry out the role of a site Project Manager/Engineering Manager as the situations demand
This position is eligible for the dsm-firmenichHybrid Working model, spending 2 - 3 days per week in office and the balance of the work week in a home office.You can potentially expect to spend 5 days a week on site during active construction periods.You must reside in a geography that is commutable via car toPrinceton, NJ and, ideally, toExton, PAand Newark, NJ.
We bring
A dynamic, exiting and growing business environment
A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity, initiative in an open mindset
A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
You bring
Minimum 10 years of project management in industrial large capital projects greater than $15M (food, perfumery, oil & gas, pharmaceutical and/or biomedical strongly preferred)
Expertise in Project execution plan, interface management, contracting strategy and scheduling
Excellent track record of stakeholder management and management of multi-disciplinary teams
Track record of an engineering manager role handling successful delivery of engineering projects
Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
General knowledge of current regulations (American Society of Mechanical Engineers, OSHA, GMP, HAZOP)
PMI, PMP Certification is a plus
Bachelor's degree required, with preference for an engineering discipline
Our recruitment process
Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal byDecember 14, 2024.
About dsm-firmenich
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.
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dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there's a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.
dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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