GEA Group · 1 day ago
Project Manager
Columbia, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$92K/yr - $125K/yr
3+ years expGEA Group is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving various industries including food and beverage and pharma. As a Project Manager, you will take full ownership of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining strong customer satisfaction.
Food ProcessingIndustrialSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with GEA’s goals and standards
Own overall project financial performance, ensuring optimal outcomes for GEA
Organize and direct project teams, providing clear guidance and fostering a culture of ownership and accountability
Plan, monitor, and maintain project schedules, tracking progress, resource allocation, and margin goals
Report project progress to stakeholders, including steering committees and customers, with clear, accurate updates
Ensure project execution adheres to GEA standards, procedures, and customer expectations
Deliver projects within scope, cost, quality, and schedule requirements
Maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring high satisfaction throughout project execution
Oversee site work with the site manager, ensuring Health & Safety compliance and attending client meetings to facilitate commissioning of GEA-supplied equipment
Manage claims and change orders efficiently
Perform risk management to mitigate project risks
Capture and evaluate lessons learned to drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with supply chain to create procurement plans, schedule fabrication, and manage RFQs, contractor selection, and contractor management
Lead a team of project engineers, providing guidance and support without direct line reporting authority
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 years' experience as part of technical project teams; proven project management experience in the chemical industry preferred
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and commercial project management
Demonstrated ability to manage legal, contractual, and negotiation matters
Successful track record delivering projects on time, within budget, with high customer satisfaction and quality results
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25% domestically and internationally
Preferred
Proven project management experience in the chemical industry preferred
Experience in the chemical industry is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
Tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
Wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses
Company
GEA Group
GEA is the suppliers of systems and components to the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2014-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Zsolt Szeker
SVP Indirect Procurement and Excellence Functions
Anselm Schoenmakers
Vice President Liners & Supplies PLM and Dairy Expertise
Recent News
2025-12-30
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