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Evonik · 9 hours ago

Sr Mgr Project

Evonik is a global leader in specialty chemicals, and they are seeking a Senior Manager Project to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large, complex capital investment projects across the Americas. The role involves ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget while serving as a technical authority and strategic partner to Business Segments.

ChemicalChemical EngineeringIndustrialIndustrial Engineering
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Responsibilities

Define, organize, plan, direct, and execute major capital projects with high investment volume and complexity, including new sites and joint ventures
Develop the most economical project scope in collaboration with Business Segments and Project Responsible
Direct and approve engineering designs, specifications, drawings, and instructions with focus on safety, operability, and lowest life-cycle cost
Prepare and maintain full accountability for capital cost estimates across all project phases
Establish, manage, and lead large multidisciplinary project teams, including internal and external resources
Ensure full technical and managerial compliance with regulatory, corporate, and Responsible Care requirements
Direct front-end engineering documentation and Capital Appropriation Requests
Monitor, control, and report project performance related to cost, schedule, scope, earned value, and safety
Develop and implement execution, construction, and commissioning strategies with Site Management and HSE
Negotiate, authorize, and manage contracts in coordination with Legal and Procurement

Qualification

PMP certificationProfessional Engineer licenseChemical plant engineeringProject managementLeadership experienceNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsDecision-making skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent (e.g., MBA) preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in chemical plant engineering, construction, and/or operations
PMP and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Proven track record delivering multiple large-scale chemical plant capital projects
Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals, manufacturing processes, regulatory requirements, and capital project economics
Demonstrated leadership experience managing engineers and large multidisciplinary project teams
Ability to independently lead complex, high-value capital projects and manage diverse stakeholder groups
Excellent negotiation, communication, and decision-making skills

Preferred

Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent (e.g., MBA)

Benefits

Performance-based remuneration
Occupational health benefits
Hybrid and flexible working environments

Company

Evonik goes beyond the boundaries of chemistry with its combination of innovative strength and leading technological expertise.

H1B Sponsorship

Evonik has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (18)
2024 (9)
2023 (16)
2022 (6)
2021 (8)
2020 (13)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.85B
Key Investors
European Investment BankTemasek HoldingsCVC Capital Partners
2025-09-02Post Ipo Debt· $581.65M
2024-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $547.64M
2013-04-25IPO

Leadership Team

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Anne Ritter
Global Director, Partnerships and Strategy- Care Solutions
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Bernhard Mohr
Managing Director Evonik Venture Capital
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