Job Description

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Project team for Europe is currently evolving and is integrated into the Group Engineering and Construction (GEC) department. It focuses on engineering and delivering capital investment projects in collaboration with Engineering contractors and Solvay Business units.

As Solvay is implementing a large modification program for our La Rochelle site, we want to expand our team with a high‑performing Senior Project Manager.

As Senior Project Manager (SPM), you will be responsible for managing the assigned key projects, you will interface with the Global Business Unit (GBU) management throughout project implementation and will communicate progress to the Project Steering Committee monthly, at a minimum.

You will be accountable for Project Design and Execution, Project Governance and Leadership.

Project management covers all aspects of executing industrial investment projects in Solvay’s manufacturing facilities (both “grass root” and expansion-based projects in the process industry). The projects will follow Solvay’s Project methodology, based on a stage gate approach with Front End Loading Phases 1 to 3, followed by an execution phase. The Project Manager is assigned during the FEL-3 phase and will follow the project for the complete lifecycle if the project is approved to progress to the next stage.You will report directly to Solvay’s Head of Projects.

We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode. Office location is La Rochelle, France.

About you

• Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline is required. Mechanical or Chemical Engineering is preferred.
• PMP or other Project Management certification is a plus.
• Relevant work experience (minimum history of 10 years) in successful project management on large-sized industrial capital projects (€20-50 Million) and experience in working within and/or managing international project teams is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership history in supervising direct reports and third-party engineering contractors within virtual engineering teams in the successful completion of projects through commissioning and startup activities.
• Experience working in international teams.
• Fluent command of English and French languages.

Competencies:

• • Strategic Planning and Objective Definition
  • Budget and Cost Management:
  • Mastery of Project Management Methodologies & Tools
  • Risk Management and Performance Monitoring and Reporting
  • Understanding of engineering discipline design sequence and integration for overall design delivery, and integration to downstream construction packages

Behaviors:

• • Leadership, team motivation, and human relationship management.
  • Effective Communication, Organization and Time Management, Flexibility and Adaptability (Agility)
  • Problem‑Solving and Decision‑Making, Negotiation and Diplomacy

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country (France) base pay reasonably expected for this role is EUR 90,000 to EUR 110,000, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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