Senior Project Manager - Process Engineering EMEA

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2024, Sika’s around 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11\.76 billion.

Job Description

Our Goals - Your Path

For our EMEA Engineering and Investment team, we are looking for a

Senior Project Manager - Process Engineering EMEA

who will be responsible for:

• Managing CAPEX projects related to production line and plant construction or upgrades, including comprehensive planning, design, and execution.
• Ensuring project completion in accordance with safety standards, quality benchmarks, budgets, schedules, and EMEA Operations strategy.
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, facilitating effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conducting risk assessments, implementing mitigation strategies, and coordinating procurement processes for project resources.
• Managing project budgets, preparing status reports, and conducting post-project evaluations to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentoring team members and staying abreast of industry trends to foster innovation in process engineering projects.
• Supporting and contribution to the implementation of the EMEA Operations strategy regarding engineering, investments and acquisitions, and support investment projects (RPA), in active collaboration with internal stakeholders (Corporate Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Sika local companies).
• Driving continuous improvement processes, operational efficiency, and sustainability strategies across EMEA while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements in all process engineering activities.
• Defining and ensuring production engineering standards and best practices across EMEA.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to reduce costs, minimize waste and increase efficiency and sustainability.
• Ensuring the smooth functioning of production lines, develop new techniques, design and plan equipment layout for new installations, modify existing designs and coordinate process improvement projects.
• Leading and supporting engineering projects for individual equipment/lines up to new sites in all countries in the region (improvements, optimization, capacity expansions) and manage all aspects of project execution.
• Supporting projects in an international environment: providing local Sika organizations in the countries with expertise and guidance in local projects with project management and technical know-how (BDPs) developing, organizing, delivering and monitoring the entire project execution including all technical and the non-technical aspects of the project (kick-off meeting, engineering, manufacturing phase, logistics, change orders or claims, commissioning, and start-up to warranty period, close-out reports).
• Understanding, leading and interfacing with contractors to execute the projects in terms of safety, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Working in a dynamic and fast-growing environment with a high degree of multi-functional collaboration.
• Interaction with internal/ external technical experts and peers to maintain a broad knowledge of the technology and regulatory issues that impact on the Construction Chemical business enabling technology options to be identified, evaluated, and compared.

Qualifications

Your Expertise - Our Strength

• Bachelor or Master degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, industrial or similar). Further education and/or qualifications in Project Management is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience in Industrial/Chemical Processes is an advantage.
• Proven experience in complex projects as part of a matrix organization and working with multi-cultural, remote teams.
• Proven project management experience in Industrial projects and/or Chemical related fields, seeing projects through from conception to completion within stipulated timelines and budgets

+ Tendering and contracting, estimation, project controlling and contract claims management and arbitration.

+ Knowledge of design and engineering scope, cost, and schedule control tools

+ On-site project management in Industrial projects.

+ On-site safety requirements in Industrial projects.

• Familiar with European/International engineering standards and permitting processes.
• Fully proficiency in English with strong negotiation, communication, and social skills. Knowledge of additional European languages is an advantage.
• Results oriented with strong strategic and conceptual thinking: analytical skills, business insight and visionary approach.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Demonstrable ability in diagnosing and resolving complex process-related issues that impact quality, cost, and efficiency.
• Ingenuity for using the broad concepts of chemical engineering and applying them to address specific production problems
• Flexible for global travels in the area (approx. 30% of the working time)

Additional Information

• We offer intensive training and interesting perspectives for anyone who wants to build a career
• Sika is like a global SME: With subsidiaries in more than 100 countries around the world. This begins in Switzerland and breaks down borders allowing exciting prospects all around the world
• The chance to bring new ideas, interesting areas for development, and taking responsibility early on are some of the key factors that drive Sika's pioneering spirit

We look forward to your application.

For this position visa sponsorship is not offered and only direct applications will be considered.

For any further information please reach us at [email protected]

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.