Project Manager - CapEx

Novozymes (part of Novonesis); West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with up to 9% company match

Health, Dental, Vision & Lifeinsurance

Flexible vacation policy

Sabbatical/Wellness time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Novonesis seeks a Project Manager - CapEx to lead capital investment projects globally, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence. You will manage scope and risk while coordinating with operations, engineering, and partners across sites.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, technical leadership, and the ability to drive results in a complex manufacturing environment. Travel up to 20% is expected as projects progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a closely related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years of project management experience, preferably in manufacturing or related industries.
• Experience managing capital investment projects with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Knowledge of project governance, procurement processes, and contractor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects and work packages from concept through design, procurement, construction, start-up, and handover.
• Align project scope with Operations and global stakeholders to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Manage schedules, budgets, forecasts, risks, contracts, and change controls for successful delivery.
• Drive safety culture and oversee construction to meet safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate internal teams, consultants, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring accountability across the project organization.
• Facilitate governance activities, including steering committee meetings and status reporting.
• Apply project management standards and risk management methodologies across execution.
• Ensure complete project documentation during handover and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership and influencing

Results orientation

Cross-functional collaboration

Planning and execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Interested in a career that matters?

Are you passionate about delivering complex engineering projects that help shape the future of sustainable manufacturing? At Novonesis, our Engineering & Facility Service (EFS) organization plays a critical role in enabling safe, reliable, and efficient production facilities around the world. Working closely with Operations, engineering specialists, global stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers, you will help transform investment plans into tangible business results.

As a Project Manager - CapEx, you will lead capital investment projects across Novonesis sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with business needs. This role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact while collaborating with diverse teams in a global environment.

The role & your impact

As a Project Manager - CapEx, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing CapEx projects ranging from approximately 500K to 15M. The role combines strategic, tactical, and operational responsibilities, requiring strong stakeholder management, technical expertise, and leadership across multidisciplinary project teams.

Your key responsibilities in this role

• Lead capital projects and work packages from concept through design, procurement, construction, start-up, and handover.


• Align project scope with Operations, technical experts, global stakeholders, and business partners to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.


• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, risks, contracts, and change controls to ensure successful delivery.


• Drive a strong safety culture and oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.


• Coordinate and lead internal teams, consultants, contractors, and suppliers while creating accountability across the project organization.


• Facilitate project governance activities, including steering committee meetings, status reporting, and stakeholder communication.


• Apply project management standards, risk management methodologies, and best practices across project execution.


• Ensure complete and accurate project documentation, including engineering, maintenance, regulatory, and as-built records at project handover.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to project reviews across the EFS organization.

What you'll need to be successful in this role

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a closely related technical field.


• Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience.


• Minimum 3 years of project management experience, preferably within manufacturing, process industries, food, biotech, pharmaceutical, chemical, or similar environments.


• Demonstrated experience managing capital investment projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and risk management.


• Strong understanding of engineering disciplines and construction project execution.


• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams across local and global organizations.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and the local language, where applicable.


• Strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.


• Ability to lead through influence and create alignment among diverse stakeholders.


• Knowledge of project governance, procurement processes, and contractor management.

Key competencies

• Stakeholder management


• Leadership and influencing skills


• Results orientation and decision-making


• Collaboration across functions and cultures


• Planning, prioritization, and execution excellence

Additional skills & interests we value

While not required, the following qualifications would be considered an advantage:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.


• Experience with FIDIC or similar contract frameworks.


• Experience supporting large-scale international projects.


• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing, utility, infrastructure, or process equipment projects.


• Change management experience in complex organizational environments.


• Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What we offer you

At Novonesis, you will join a purpose-driven company where biology powers innovation and sustainable solutions. We offer:

• Meaningful work with a direct impact on our global manufacturing footprint.


• Opportunities to lead complex, high-value engineering projects.


• Exposure to international stakeholders and global project teams.


• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.


• A collaborative environment built on trust, knowledge sharing, and innovation.


• The chance to contribute to future-focused investments that support Novonesis' long-term growth and sustainability ambitions.

Working conditions

• Primarily office-based with regular presence at project and construction sites.


• Frequent collaboration with local and global stakeholders across multiple functions.


• Travel may be required up to approximately 20%.


• Flexibility may occasionally be required to support project milestones, installations, commissioning activities, and international collaboration.

Compensation & benefits

• Base Salary - $110,000-$140,000 based on experience


• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution


• Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time


• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance


• Healthcare savings account option


• Employee assistance program


• Parental leave


• Tuition reimbursement


• All benefits begin on your first day

Application deadline

• 8/21/26

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Explore other openings

If this position isn't the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You're welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career