Job Description

Join the Magic

Are you passionate about shaping the future of food? At Puratos, we turn bold ideas into lasting impact through innovation, expertise, and a commitment to well-being.

To strengthen our team in Izmir, we are looking for:

Engineering Projects Execution Manager (Fixed Term – 2 Years)

( Izmir-Tire)

Your Mission

• As a result of our rapid growth, you will play an important role in Operations.
• Lead the end-to-end delivery of our chocolate factory construction project.

What you will do

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of the chocolate factory construction project in line with scope, budget, timeline, quality, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate all architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and utilities designs, ensuring fit-for-purpose and compliant technical solutions.
• Manage CAPEX processes, including budget preparation, cash flow forecasting, approvals, and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the main interface with Group teams, ensuring alignment with global engineering standards and transparent progress reporting.
• Coordinate and manage external partners such as designers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and local authorities.
• Define technical requirements and support procurement and tender processes, including bid evaluations and collaboration with Purchasing and Legal teams for contract preparation.
• Ensure that factory design and construction activities are aligned with sustainability principles, energy efficiency targets, and environmental best practices.
• Coordinate sustainability-related requirements, including LEED Silver (or equivalent) certification criteria, during design, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Work closely with designers, consultants, and contractors to ensure that materials, utilities, building systems, and construction methods support sustainability and certification objectives.
• Ensure full compliance with engineering standards, HSE regulations, quality systems, and local legislation during all project phases.
• Closely monitor on-site execution, proactively manage risks, resolve issues, and take corrective actions to avoid delays or cost overruns.
• Lead installation, commissioning, and handover activities to ensure operational readiness and successful project completion.
• Prepare and present regular project updates and reports covering progress, financials, risks, and key milestones to senior management and Group stakeholders.

What we expect from you

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related disciplines).
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in engineering project execution, preferably including factory construction or large industrial CAPEX investments.
• Proven experience in project management, including budget, cash flow, and contractor management.
• Experience in FMCG and/or multinational manufacturing environments is a strong advantage.
• Experience with sustainable industrial or building projects, including exposure to LEED Silver certification (or equivalent green building standards), is a strong asset.
• Solid understanding of construction works, utilities, production environments, and industrial engineering standards.
• Strong ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a matrix and international organisation.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken) for effective communication with Group and global teams.
• Willingness to work on-site and travel as required by the project.
• Location is in Tire, İzmir

Our Mission

At Puratos, we believe that food has extraordinary power in people’s lives. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we turn innovation and food culture into opportunities for our customers’ success. We continuously improve the way we work by being curious about digital innovation — including data, automation and AI — to learn, collaborate and create impact together.

We want to move the planet forward by creating innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. With over 11,000 employees in over 85 countries and turnover of 3.6 billion euros (2025), Puratos thrives on innovation, a pioneering spirit, and a unique culture. Our strong growth and commitment to local communities make working at Puratos truly special."

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