Industrial Project Manager (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our EMEA Project team, composed of 12 people, is integrated in the Group Engineering and Construction (GEC) department and focuses on engineering and delivering capital investment projects in collaboration with Engineering contractors and Solvay Business units.

• As an Industrial Project Manager based in Italy, you will work on managing assigned projects, interfacing with Global Business Unit (GBU) management throughout project implementation, and communicating progress to the Project Steering Committee to support the Project Director. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the complete lifecycle of industrial investment projects in Solvay's manufacturing facilities and have a positive impact on project safety goals, regulatory requirements, budget, and schedule duration.

• You will be accountable for:

  • Ensuring that safety is correctly implemented in the project, both during design and execution, and through construction phases, aligned with GBU host site safe work practices and Corporate Policies.

  • Managing the Engineering, procurement and Construction management resources (internal/external) necessary to support the project (through an EPCm partner most of the time)

  • Appropriating the scope in early project stages (FEL3) and preparing the project execution

  • Managing the capital project objectives including the Safety, costs, schedule, functional group activities, and communication to all levels of the organization.  It includes completing project documentation consistent with Front End Loading (FEL) requirements and best practices.

  • Delivery of the project’s scope of work as agreed to with the sponsoring Business Unit and consistent with the project’s safety goals and protocols, regulatory requirements, established budget and schedule duration.

  • Monitoring and reporting of project progress for safety, quality, scope, cost and schedule, throughout execution and being capable of implementing any corrective actions required.

• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid and travel (50%) working mode.

About you

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering. 

• At least 10 years of relevant work experience in successful project management on large-scale industrial capital projects (20-50 ME) or working within and/or managing international project teams.

• A Project Management Professional (PMP) or other Project Management certification is a plus.

• Competencies:

  • Ability to manage project objectives, schedules, and constraints, along with defining capital projects.

  • Ability to prepare and defend a business case justification,

  • Negotiation capability with stakeholders and contractors

  • Possessing strong Construction management and HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) experience, with a proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams and EPC(m) contractors effectively.

  • Understanding the engineering discipline design sequence and its integration for overall design delivery, as well as integration into downstream construction packages.

  • Fluent command of English and Italian; French is a plus.

• Behaviors:

  • Team-oriented, engaging with the cross-functional team to involve all affected parties.

  • Positive communication, both to the team and to stakeholders.

  • Strong interpersonal skills.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Italy base pay reasonably expected for this role is €73,840.00 to €106,600.00 your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.

• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.

• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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