ABBP Project Manager

Coca-Cola HBC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Project Manager/Engineer Manager to lead site-level CAPEX projects in Atlanta, USA. You will oversee concept to asset capitalization, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with engineers, suppliers, and operations to ensure safe, compliant, and on-time delivery.

Requirements include a technical bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of multi-disciplinary project leadership, with PMP and SAP-S4 knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a technical field (Architecture, Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical or related).
• 7+ years’ experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams and capital projects.
• PMP certification preferred; SAP-S4 knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead CPS ABBP non-strategic CAPEX projects from concept to asset capitalization.
• Develop scopes, schedules, budgets, milestones, and execution plans.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders, contractors, and service providers to meet project goals.
• Ensure safety, environmental, quality, legal and compliance standards are met.

Skills

Agile

Process Improvements

Change Management

Data Analysis

Strategic Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil, Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical; Chemical Engineer, or foods-related field

Job description

Job Description Summary:

It’s an exciting time to work in The Coca-Cola Company’s flagship market. We’re accelerating our momentum as the fastest-growing large consumer goods company in North America by putting people at the heart of our business and everything we do!

The Project Manager leads the planning, execution, governance, and financial control of site-level CAPEX projects for CPS ABBP, excluding strategic capital projects. The role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within approved scope and budget, and in compliance with Company standards, regulatory requirements, environmental expectations, and internal controls. The Engineer Manager coordinates internal stakeholders, contractors, service providers, and technical resources to support reliable project execution, commissioning, documentation, asset capitalization, and monthly/quarterly/year-end CAPEX reporting.

What You'll Do for Us:

Lead the execution of CPS ABBP non-strategic CAPEX projects from concept refinement through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, closeout, and asset capitalization. Develop and maintain project scopes, schedules, budgets, milestones, deliverables, resource plans, permitting requirements, and execution plans to ensure approved project objectives are met. Support the site CAPEX justification and annual capital planning process by consolidating needs, organizing reviews, preparing estimates, and aligning priorities with management direction and approved business plans. Manage annual CAPEX spend against the business plan, including forecasting, carryover reporting, monthly/quarterly/year-end financial updates, risk identification, and mitigation actions. Coordinate internal engineering resources, plant stakeholders, project owners, procurement, finance, operations, quality, safety, environmental, contractors, and service providers to ensure project requirements are understood and executed effectively. Lead contractor and service provider selection activities for CAPEX execution, including scope definition, bidding support, bid analysis, contract coordination, performance expectations, and assignment of project responsibilities. Ensure contractors and service providers perform work in accordance with Company safety, environmental, quality, legal, regulatory, and site requirements, with focus on minimizing environmental impacts and protecting people, assets, and operations. Establish and maintain project reporting, governance routines, documentation practices, meeting cadence, action tracking, project timelines, and management updates to communicate progress, risks, issues, and decisions. Coordinate and evaluate project changes from original scope, specifications, budget, or schedule, ensuring impacts are reviewed, approved, documented, and communicated to stakeholders. Support technical design reviews, equipment evaluations, installation readiness, commissioning, startup, quality assurance testing, and handover to operations for site-level capital projects. Develop, maintain, and control technical and project documentation, including engineering drawings, specifications, central project files, critical system drawings, and drafting resource administration. Ensure new project designs and evaluations consider applicable design codes, Company standards, environmental aspects, legal and corporate requirements, efficiency indicators, and cost/benefit expectations. Maintain awareness of environmental aspects related to capital projects, including air emissions, water consumption, and energy use, and incorporate relevant criteria into contractor evaluation and project execution processes. Train new associates and contractors on applicable internal procedures, project execution expectations, documentation requirements, and site practices as appropriate. Comply with all applicable internal control requirements for the Engineering function and CPS ABBP operations.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil , Industrial , Mechanical or Electrical . Chemical Engineer, of Foods, or similar graduation. 7+ years’ experience in the position or similar function as: Management of multi-disciplinary technical / engineering teams. Major Capital Projects (specification, design, installation, commissioning, cost control, purchasing, contract, planning, risk analysis & avoidance). Desired Technical Skills SAP-S4 knowledge. PMP Certification Experience in the Beverage Industry is highly preferred. Proficiency in commissioning and startup of process equipment. Ability to work with engineers, external vendors, operators and management to manage projects and assignments is essential. Establish priorities and lead processes for planning technical work and monitoring progress to achieve desired outcomes. Effective written and oral communication with cross-functional teams and management Effectively communicates and influences non-technical senior managers. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse community Effective written and oral communication in both English and Spanish Influence buy-in for strategic project plan from stakeholders and key contributors. Ability to rapidly study, analyze, and apply new technologies. Ability and willingness to learn from experience and external benchmarking. Ability to identify technical performance gaps, use data mining and analytical tools to characterize the business impact and identify root causes, and use engineering skills and tools to develop and implement solutions to complex problems with significant impact. Knowledge of and the ability to understand, design, apply and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.

What We'll Do for You:

Provide a platform for impact, enabling you to contribute directly to the company’s tactical direction and success. Offer a chance to influence organizational processes and effectiveness on a global scale. Commit to your growth, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Skills:

Agile Methodology, Business Process Improvements, Change Management, Data Research, Strategic Analysis

Pay Range:

United States: 96,700 - 136,000 USD Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered. Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 15 Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s):

United States of America City/Cities: Atlanta Travel Required: 00% - 25% Relocation Provided: No Job Posting End Date: September 27, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

The Coca-Cola Company:

The Coca-Cola Company is a global community of passionate employees who are refreshing the world and making a difference every day. Innovation has been at the heart of our story since 1886. It goes beyond new flavors and brands. Learn more about our system and how we’re making an impact. As a global organization, we seek opportunities to embrace and champion progress. Our careers span across functions and are globally connected to give you an unmatched career experience. We’re glad you’ve chosen to explore your next career opportunity with The Coca-Cola Company. Learn more about our hiring process and pick up tips on how to showcase your experience and skills so you can stand out and thrive. The Coca‑Cola global business system is composed of The Coca‑Cola Company (TCCC), its subsidiaries and 225 bottling partners around the world. Search jobs throughout our system.