Engineering Projects Manager

Philip Morris International U.S.•Owensboro, KY

1d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Projects Manager will lead and manage the execution of assigned U.S. engineering initiatives and capital projects in alignment with IM Methodology—from feasibility and business case development through execution and final handover. Building on a strong foundation in project engineering, this role ensures disciplined planning, safe and efficient execution, effective cost and schedule control, regulatory compliance, and the successful delivery of expected business benefits in support of U.S. initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field
3–5 years of project management or engineering experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or operations environment
Experience supporting or leading mid-sized engineering or capital projects at the site or regional level
Familiarity with manufacturing operations, safety standards, and cross-functional collaboration
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project)
Action-oriented with a strong sense of ownership
Effective prioritization and time management skills
Strong planning and process management capabilities
Sound problem-solving skills and decision-making judgment
Results-driven with a focus on execution
Customer-focused mindset
Demonstrates integrity and builds trust
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Adaptable learner with organizational agility
Clear, concise, and constructive communicator
Project management within engineering and manufacturing environments
Risk identification, assessment, and mitigation
Cost control, scheduling, and project reporting
Contractor and supplier coordination

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of SAP and AutoCAD is a plus
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (required)

Responsibilities

Execute U.S. initiative projects in alignment with IM Methodology, ensuring delivery against approved scope, cost, schedule, safety, quality, and performance targets
Develop detailed project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments; support feasibility studies and business case development to enable informed decision-making and prioritization
Coordinate cross-functional teams—including Engineering, Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, EHS, and Finance—as well as external partners to ensure alignment, effective communication, and timely milestone achievement
Lead day-to-day project execution, including oversight of contractors and suppliers, and manage installation and commissioning activities while ensuring compliance with engineering, safety, and environmental standards
Monitor project performance, proactively identify risks, deviations, and improvement opportunities, and implement corrective actions to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution
Maintain accurate project documentation, including change management, progress reporting, budget tracking, and capitalization inputs; support project close-out and financial closure activities
Drive continuous improvement by applying lean principles, value stream analysis, and process optimization; capture lessons learned and promote standardization across U.S. initiatives
Provide structured project updates and reviews to the U.S. Initiative Manager and leadership teams, ensuring transparency, governance, and data-driven decision-making