(Senior) Manager, Engineering Projects NA
About The Position
The Manager, Engineering Projects NA leads major capital expenditure (Capex) projects from initiation through commissioning. This role ensures project performance, cost control, risk mitigation, and alignment with global engineering standards. When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life. Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules. We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details. This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications. Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms. Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at [email protected]. Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard’s consolidated sales amounted to € 10,959 million in fiscal year FY25. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of Capex processes and controls
- Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
- Experience with vendor management and FAT/SAT
- Strong accountability and ability to drive this amongst stakeholders
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- 7+ years of industrial project management experience
Nice To Haves
- P.Eng. and/or PMP certification
- Spirits industry experience
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end industrial Capex projects from concept, FEED, and detailed engineering through construction, commissioning, and handover
- Build, coordinate, and guide cross-functional project teams across global, BU, and regional resources
- Maintain strong project governance including reporting cadence, stakeholder communication, and risk/issue escalation
- Monitor project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
- Develop and manage technical design packages, engineering specifications, and technology-aligned standards
- Validate Capex requirements through feasibility assessments, FEED studies, and detailed engineering
- Ensure alignment with global technology managers and leverage global templates to drive design consistency
- Oversee technical reviews, constructability assessments, equipment selection, and integration planning
- Lead or support FAT/SAT activities to verify performance, quality, and contractual/technical compliance
- Support and/or lead RFP development, vendor evaluations, and contract award processes
- Conduct technical reviews of vendor proposals and ensure alignment with engineering requirements and project objectives
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure design integrity, manufacturability, and seamless installation planning
- Guide pre‑construction planning and coordinate with construction partners to ensure quality and safety standards
- Provide engineering support during commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness
- Complete all required technical documentation, project records, and handover packages
- Develop, implement, and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Drive consistency in management of change processes across projects
- Foster cross-functional engineering capabilities to strengthen regional operations and promote knowledge sharing
Benefits
- flexible work policy
- hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week
- great benefits and perks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
