• Job Description

  Req#: 92503

  CT_Polymer & Crystallization-E122

  Head of Project Management - Full Time - Winterthur, Switzerland

  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.

  We are looking for a Project Management specialist to join our expanding Chemtech division in Switzerland.

  In this pivotal role, you will have the opportunity to develop a high performing Project Management Team, in a global environment. Interface with diverse internal and external stakeholders worldwide, as well as steer complex projects which will create valuable impact, in line with Sulzer’s vision for growth and excellence.
  

  Your main tasks and responsibilities:

  • Team Leadership: Manage and nurture a team, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting continuous professional development opportunities.
  • Project Management: Oversee and drive the successful completion of projects within the portfolio and teams, comprising of Project Managers and Project Directors, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest levels of Quality / EHS. Also includes the ownership of required processes, tools, and templates.
  • Project Portfolio Management: Develop, maintain, and manage the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and objectives.
  • Stakeholder Management: Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, team members, and senior management.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure smooth execution of projects, including the Risk Assessment during the selling phase of projects.
  • Initiative / Lean Management: Spearhead the ongoing improvement of Processes and Methodologies within the Function.

  To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • At least 10 years of professional Project Management experience, ideally within a relevant / transferable industrial sector.
  • Higher education in mechanical or chemical engineering – another related technical discipline welcome.
  • Demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams, or a strong potential to grow into a first-time leadership role.
  • Fluency in English, additional laguages are advantageous.
  • In-depth experience with Contract Management (both Customer and Supplier) and Risk Management, along with a comprehensive understanding of project management and engineering principles.
  • Excellent planning and organizational capabilities, as well as a problem-solving mind-set.
  • Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

  What we offer you:

  • 25 days holiday (exclusive of bank holidays) + service days
  • Defined contribution pension scheme
  • Employee Assistance Program/health care
  • On-site car parking/public transport allowance
  • Access to a wide range of discounts

  
  No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role

  Sulzer 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 2024 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.

• About the company

  Sulzer Ltd. is a Swiss industrial engineering and manufacturing firm, founded by Salomon Sulzer-Bernet in 1775 and established as Sulzer Brothers Ltd.

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