Engineering Project Manager

1. Manage projects directly: Agree, set and achieve challenging success criteria for projects and formulate and deliver project execution strategies to achieve delivery through a project team composed mainly of third parties, (e.g. Syngenta staff, design and construction contractors and equipment suppliers).
2. Work with project owners to shape project scope. This often requires holding large areas of ambiguity before a project scope is finalized in a Terms of Reference.
3. Define, estimate, deliver and track and report safety, costs and physical progress of individual capital projects.
4. Prepare robust, timely applications for engineering capital approvals and project completion reports.
5. Ensure full integration between commissioning and start up activities and the design and construction phases of projects.
6. Provide expert advice and direction to others by the timely application of technical and/or project management professionalism at key points in the project process.
7. Through close liaison with T&E, PTAI, other technical resources, principal engineers and key stakeholders, ensure that capital projects use fit-for-purpose engineering solutions and meet Syngenta HSE requirements. 

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (chemical, mechanical, civil, construction, electrical or equivalent degree in project management).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certified preferred but not required.
• 10+ years project management experience working in the chemical manufacturing industry.
• Travel requirements – up to 5-10%.

Critical Knowledge and Skills

• Familiar with capital stage gates project process.
• Advanced knowledge with engineering/design, procurement and construction.
• Effective in communication and stakeholder management.
• Effective in risk management.
• Basic understanding in engineering economics and finance such as NPV, IRR and discounted cash flow (DCF) model.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office Software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

What we Offer

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members

We offer flexible work options to support your work and personal needs

Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day

401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution

Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits

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The PM Will direct management of engineering capital projects; ensuring the timely implementation of new or improved assets consistent with business requirements and within agreed cost and safety parameters.