Manager - Projects

About this Position

The Incumbent shall lead project teams, define

project scope, goals, and deliverables, and develop comprehensive project

plans which includes setting timelines, allocating resources, and managing

budgets.

What you´ll do

Technical

Expertise : Oversee the design, procurement,

and installation of key plant equipment such as mixers, pumps, Reactors,

Filling, Packaging machines and material handling systems. Ensure

all equipment meets operational and safety standards.

As-Built

Document Analysis : The ability

to thoroughly review and interpret outdated or incomplete

"as-built" drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams

(P&IDs), and other historical plant documents.

Site and

Equipment Assessment : Expertise in

assessing the current condition and integrity of existing equipment,

pipelines, and structural components. This includes identifying signs of

wear, corrosion, and structural weaknesses that could affect the project.

Interference

and Clash Detection : Strong

spatial reasoning and the ability to identify potential physical

interferences between new and old equipment, piping, and structures, often

using 3D scanning and modeling software.

Legacy System

Integration : Knowledge of

how to integrate modern control systems (e.g., DCS, PLC) and equipment

with older, often obsolete, plant technology.

Infrastructure

Management : Supervise

projects related to civil infrastructure, including the design and

construction of buildings, foundations, and specialized structures like warehouse

racking systems, Building extension, Strengthening Projects

Safety and

Compliance : Implement

and enforce safety protocols, with a strong focus on mitigating chemical

hazards. Ensure all project activities comply with local, state, and

MIDC, DISH regulations regarding environmental, health, and safety

standards.

Cross-Functional

Collaboration : Work closely

with various departments, including operations, maintenance, engineering,

and procurement, to ensure seamless project execution. Act as the primary

point of contact for stakeholders.

• Shutdown and Turnaround Planning : Expertise in meticulously planning and managing plant shutdowns (turnarounds) to execute modifications efficiently within a tight, non-negotiable timeframe.
• Management of Change (MOC) : A deep understanding of the Management of Change process, ensuring that all modifications are properly documented, reviewed, and approved by all relevant stakeholders (e.g., safety, operations, engineering) before implementation.

What makes you a good fit

Should have a Bachelor's

degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related

field..

Minimum 12 years of

progressive experience in project management within the chemical or

continuous process industry

Proven

experience with civil infrastructure projects, including warehouse design

and racking systems.

A strong

understanding of chemical hazards, safety protocols, and regulatory

compliance (PSSR, DRA, Gate reviews)

Proficient in

project management methodologies and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera

P6).

Excellent

leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to

manage and motivate a diverse team.

Some perks of joining Henkel

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.