Project Manager, Engineering

Overview : Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets. If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via MyADP. Pay Range : $106,880-132,655. This role is eligible for an annual bonus. Responsibilities : Manage projects exceeding $50 million in capital expenditure (CAPEX), including overseeing major national launches and multisite implementations across all locations. Balance and forecast project budgets, manage expenditures through the Capital Management System, and ensure accuracy of financial reporting within ERP tools such as SAP. Develop and present detailed financial analyses using Excel and reporting databases, coaching project teams on budget management, forecasting, and financial accountability throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally with teams and third-party resources to deliver projects. Lead project startup, reviews, and escalation management. Coordinate efforts with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), vendors, District Manager (DM), and plant staff to resolve punch-list items and ensure quality deliverables through testing. Develop and maintain project timelines, commissioning plans, and startup processes. Manage project documentation, budgets, and records using the Capital Management Tool. Ensure expenditure forecast accuracy and financial closure with settled assets under construction. Meet technical requirements and secure approval for technical acceptance. Facilitate project goals, risk assessments, stakeholder feedback, and periodic reporting. Obtain stakeholder approvals for project handover documentation and ensure proper close-out stages. Oversee execution of cross-functional technical teams and support project verification. Develop execution strategies, cost estimates, preliminary schedules, and evaluate project and engineering alternatives. Drive due diligence, manage RFP processes, and oversee procurement for equipment, contractor selection, contract negotiation, and bidding. Collaborate with design teams to prepare and review specifications and drawing packages (IFBR, IFB, IFBC, IFR). Implement and manage bid cycles across all project disciplines, including leading on-site bid events. Ensure construction methods are safe, timely, and high-quality while serving as the primary contact between the project core team and plant staff. Provide accurate CAPEX forecasting within the project management tool. Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, chemical, or electrical engineering preferred Minimum 5 years of industrial manufacturing experience - dairy, food & beverage, or liquid manufacturing preferred Ability to travel domestically up to 60% for plants visits and vendors / partners Proven project management expertise : PMP certification is a plus. Proficient experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, ERP, SAP preferred Strong leadership abilities with experience in managing cross-functional teams and contractors. Proactive, solution-oriented mindset. Excellent business acumen and effective communication skills. Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities. Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members .