Project Coordinator - 12 Month Undergraduate Placement

Sulzer; Churwell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days' holiday

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

On-site gym

Job summary

Sulzer Leeds invites talented undergraduates to join as a Year in Industry Project Manager placement. You’ll oversee customer interactions, handle orders, and track profitability under the guidance of experienced managers.

You’ll shadow project leaders, sharpen commercial and operational skills, and contribute to cross-functional teams across departments while advancing your knowledge in a global engineering environment committed to sustainability.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and team working skills.
• Enthusiastic and customer service oriented.
• Ability to act independently.
• Adaptability to change.
• Currently pursuing a business-related degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to address inquiries and ensure satisfaction.
• Foster positive relationships through effective communication.
• Efficiently process orders from receipt to completion.
• Collaborate with various departments for streamlined fulfillment.
• Monitor project financials to ensure profitability targets are met.

Skills

Customer management

Order processing

Project profitability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Business-related degree (pursuing)

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.About the roleAbout UsWith two centuries of rich history, Sulzer stands as a global leader in fluid engineering and chemical processing. Today, we proudly pioneer sustainable solutions, dedicated to creating a brighter future. Join our dynamic team of over 13,000 professionals spread across 160 world-class facilities. Boasting revenues of CHF 3.2 billion and shares actively traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange, Sulzer presents a distinctive opportunity for you to contribute to innovative projects and make a significant global impact. Your adventure in shaping the future starts right here!Overview Of The RoleDiscover your potential as a Project Manager through our Year in Industry Placement at our state-of-the-art facility in Leeds. Join our dynamic team where you'll be responsible for customer management, order handling, and project profitability under the guidance of an Order/Project Manager. Your role spans the entire project lifecycle, encompassing order receipt, launch, execution milestones, customer interaction, and commercial management. Furthermore, you'll have the opportunity to shadow experienced project managers, refining your skills and applying gained insights to your own projects.What You’ll Be DoingEngage with customers to address inquiries and ensure satisfaction.Foster positive relationships through effective communication.Efficiently process orders from receipt to completion.Collaborate with various departments for streamlined fulfillment.Foster collaboration to optimize processes and meet project objectives.Monitor project financials to ensure profitability targets are met.Experience And Knowledge RequiredStrong interpersonal and team working skillsEnthusiastic and customer service orientedAbility to act independentlyAdaptability to changeCurrently pursuing a business-related degreeProficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and OutlookWhat We Offer YouWe offer an opportunity to join a globally renowned company spearheading innovation and sustainability. Receive mentorship and guidance from industry professionals, nurturing your professional development. Explore diverse career paths and departments, honing your skills and expertise. Access exclusive learning pathways to broaden your knowledge base. Engage with a lively undergraduate community, fostering collaboration and prioritising learning. Embrace the chance to forge lasting connections as you embark on this exciting journey towards a sustainable future!No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.What we offer youBenefitsCompetitive salary and company bonus scheme33 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) + service daysDefined contribution pension schemeEmployee Assistance Programme for personal well-beingConvenient on-site facilities: free onsite car park, discounted staff canteen, and access to a 24/7 onsite gym.Access to discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment, and LifestyleSulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.