Project Manager Integration & PM Capital Projects

Sika; Lyndhurst (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a key player in steering and managing strategically relevant projects across the Americas. This role is pivotal in implementing operations projects, ensuring smooth coordination between local organizations and the Sika Group. You will leverage your extensive experience in project management and problem-solving skills to drive operational efficiency and digitalization initiatives. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, this established industry leader offers a collaborative work culture where your contributions will make a meaningful impact. If you are ready to take on challenges and lead teams towards success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k with company match

Year-end profit-sharing bonus

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years in engineering project management with a focus on process development.
• Proficient in budgeting, cost/benefit analysis, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Steering and managing operations projects across the Americas.
• Ensuring smooth project coordination between local organizations and the Sika Group.

Skills

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Lean Manufacturing Concepts

Continuous Improvement

Budgeting

Risk Management

Education

BA/BS Degree in Engineering

BA/BS Degree in Business Administration

BA/BS Degree in Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

AUTOCAD

Visio

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

This key position is responsible for the steering and management of various strategically relevant projects and will represent the Head of Operations Americas in the relevant steering committees. This involves implementing various operations projects in the Americas (LATAM and NA) according to corresponding project plans (in scope, budget, and timeline). In particular, it must be ensured that project coordination between the local country organizations, the Americas region, and the Sika Group runs smoothly and in joint coordination. Furthermore, other strategically relevant topics, such as operational efficiency or digitalization, can be assigned to the position holder, always with the objective of ensuring that the activities and initiatives in the region and with the national companies are coordinated and aligned accordingly.

Preferred Skills

EDUCATION:

• BA/BS Degree in one of the following fields: Engineering, Business Administration, or Construction Management.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years in engineering project management / Process development.
• Proficient in project leadership and methodology, including budgeting, cost/benefit analysis, process design and validation, and risk and change management.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

• Hands-on problem-solving and organizational skills. Able to analyze and dissect complex problems, identify technical and business risks, and lead teams and individuals in constructively seeking options.
• Capability to drive decisions and present proposals effectively to senior management.
• Ability to balance technical proficiencies with business perspectives. Industrial Planning and Design, including Process Optimization.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with teams and departments such as Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, Procurement, Marketing, Sales, as well as suppliers.
• In-depth knowledge of continuous improvement concepts.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts.
• Familiarity with commercial software for project management (examples: MS Project, Smartsheet), design, and process flow (AUTOCAD, Visio, or similar). SAP knowledge is a benefit.
• Strong PC skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Requires 35% traveling as needed.

Building Trust, Every Day

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.
Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

Community Involvement: Sika takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.
Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

About Sika

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in 103 countries with over 400 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,000 employees worldwide. With annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.