Project Manager - Industrial Capital Projects (Tissue Manufacturing)

Randstad Canada; Rockingham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascades is hiring for a Project Manager in the US-based tissue capital investments team. You will lead industrial capital projects across multiple mill sites, oversee governance, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.

Applicants should have an engineering degree, 8–12+ years in capital project management, and strong knowledge of PMBOK or FEL methodologies. Travel to mills may be required.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, or related field).
• Professional designation (P.Eng or equivalent) — strong asset.
• PMP certification — asset.
• 8–12+ years of experience in industrial capital project management (pulp & paper or continuous process manufacturing is a strong asset).
• Proven ability to lead multiple concurrent CAPEX projects from concept to commissioning.
• Experience delivering projects of $2M+ in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SAP or similar CMMS.
• Strong track record of on-budget and on-schedule project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of PMBOK, Stage-Gate, or FEL project methodologies.
• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, utilities, and process systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Advanced English (written & spoken).
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrial capital projects from concept to commissioning across multiple U.S. mill sites.
• Manage capital investment portfolio by evaluating, prioritizing, and recommending initiatives to the Capital Investment Committee.
• Oversee project governance including scope, budget, schedule, risk management, and documentation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and contractors to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
• Provide strategic visibility on project progress, risks, and financial performance.
• Support mill operations through technical troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement engineering and equipment best practices to optimize performance and drive innovation.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder influence

PMBOK knowledge

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, or related)

P.Eng or equivalent

PMP certification

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

Welcome to Cascades!

At Cascades,Sustainable DevelopmentmeansRespecting the True Nature of our 9000 talents. We put you first:

• Career pathways that support your goals!
• Excellent Benefits: health plan options, life insurance, paid time off
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Sharing & Stock Options!
• Well-Being Benefits: EAP options, lifestyle Benefits, legal plan, critical illness
• Salary based on relevant experience, strengths and requirements

At our facility in a Cascades mill location (US-based),you can develop your full potential, sustainably, by applying your expertise within the Tissue Group – Capital Investments Team as theProject Manager:

Key Responsabilities:

• Lead industrial capital projects from concept to commissioning across multiple U.S. mill sites.
• Manage capital investment portfolio by evaluating, prioritizing, and recommending initiatives to the Capital Investment Committee.
• Oversee project governance including scope, budget, schedule, risk management, and documentation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and contractors to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
• Provide strategic visibility on project progress, risks, and financial performance.
• Support mill operations through technical troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement engineering and equipment best practices to optimize performance and drive innovation.

Travel

• Occasional travel to U.S. mills and supplier locations is required.
• On‑site presence may be necessary during construction phases and planned shutdowns.

Bring out the best in yourself!

Every day, our colleagues choose to respect their true nature by contributing with passion to our mission. You too, put forward your strengths:

Experience and Requirements:

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, or related field).
• Professional designation (P.Eng or equivalent) ― strong asset.
• PMP certification — asset.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
• 8–12+ years of experience in industrial capital project management (pulp & paper or continuous process manufacturing is a strong asset).
• Proven ability to lead multiple concurrent CAPEX projects from concept to commissioning.
• Experience delivering projects of $2M+ in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SAP or similar CMMS.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and challenge technical decisions.
• Strong track record of on‑budget and on‑schedule project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of PMBOK, Stage‑Gate, or FEL project methodologies.
• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, utilities, and process systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Advanced English (written & spoken).
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

We look forward to meeting you!

About Cascades

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner.

To be part of Cascades is to reveal the full potential of materials, people and ideas. We are a source of possibilities since 1964. Cascades have been providing sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recovery. Join 9000 talents working in a network in almost 70 operating units located in North America.