Regional Projects Manager - Central Europe

What You'll Do

Lead Regional CAPEX Projects

• Oversee a portfolio of capital projects ranging from site improvements to large-scale investments.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and according to scope and quality expectations.
• Drive engineering project execution across multiple manufacturing sites in Central Europe.
• Manage project risks, resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.

Develop and Lead Project Teams

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Project Managers and external contractors.
• Provide direction, support, and governance to ensure consistent project execution.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Drive Business Alignment

• Partner with Operations, OPEX, Global CAPEX, Engineering, Procurement, and Site Leadership teams.
• Support the development of business cases and investment proposals.
• Ensure alignment between business priorities and project execution across multiple countries and sites.
• Influence senior stakeholders and facilitate decision-making across a complex matrix organization.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience managing CAPEX projects within manufacturing, industrial, chemical, food, pharmaceutical, or similar regulated environments.
• Strong track record of delivering complex engineering projects and capital investments.
• Previous people leadership experience, including coaching and developing Project Managers.
• Strong understanding of project governance, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and contractor management.
• Experience working across multiple countries and stakeholders within Europe.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on project execution.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Fluent English.

Preferred

• Project Management certification (PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent).
• Experience with Front-End Loading (FEL) methodologies.
• Knowledge of European industrial regulations and standards.
• Eligibility to work within the European Union.

What We Offer

• A strategic leadership role with responsibility for major capital investments across Central Europe.
• The opportunity to influence long-term manufacturing and operational performance.
• Leadership of an experienced project management team.
• International exposure and collaboration with senior stakeholders across the business.
• A dynamic environment where engineering excellence, safety, and innovation drive success.

Interested?

If you're a senior engineering project leader who enjoys managing complex CAPEX programs, developing high-performing teams, and delivering projects that make a lasting business impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of our manufacturing network across Central Europe.