Job Description

Thanks to its strong investment in research and development and its culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industrial leader in the field of high-performance composites manufacturing: carbon fibers, technical fabrics, resins, prepregs, honeycombs, additive manufacturing parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at its various manufacturing sites, industrial facilities, sales offices, or R&D centers around the world. Become a part of our 'strength within.'

Hexcel is currently seeking aProject Manager – PMO H/F based in Dagneux, France (close to Lyon).

The Project Manager plays a central role in driving operational excellence across the EMEA/AP region by standardizing project practices, providing tools and training, and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Acting as both a project management centre of excellence and an information hub, this role supports teams across EMEA/AP to deliver projects efficiently and effectively.

As a key operational partner to the EMEA/AP & Industrial Business Team, the Project Manager ensures disciplined execution of commercial priorities, fosters cross‑functional coordination, and strengthens organizational alignment and rigor to enable successful business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate commercial strategy into clear programs, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
• Develop concise, data‑driven dashboards and executive narratives for monthly EMEA/AP & Industrial Business Team meetings and quarterly business cycles.
• Support preparation and execution of key business meetings, ensuring clarity, structure, and follow‑through.
• Collect and analyse project data, monitor performance, identify deviations, and communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross‑functionally with ISC, Finance, HR, and other teams to ensure seamless execution of priorities.
• Establish and manage leadership operating rhythms, ensuring consistent communication and alignment.
• Identify inefficiencies and lead initiatives that improve speed, clarity, and accountability across the organization.
• Define, implement, and maintain project management standards, including processes, tools, and templates.
• Ensure strong governance across all projects and programs, promoting consistency and transparency.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of project management experience in a complex, international, multi‑site industrial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software, with a strong understanding of best‑practice methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead without authority, fostering collaboration across diverse teams and personalities.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an asset.
• Project Management Certifications, PMP, PRINCE2, CAPM and Agile/Scrum Certifications would be a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent professional qualification in business, engineering or related field; master’s preferred.

• Travel: Occasional (approx. 10%) across EMEA, UK, and periodically the USA

Hexcel, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, is a global leader in advanced composite materials technology, a major player in carbon fiber production, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the aerospace industry. Hexcel is committed to promoting equal opportunity and inclusion. We are dedicated to providing a workplace that is accessible to everyone, and with equal skills, all our positions are open to individuals with disabilities and/or from diverse backgrounds.