Sr. Project Manager

Role Description:

The primary role of the Sr. Project Manager is to provide technical support and project coordination for capital projects.  To establish project cost estimates and schedules, design solutions for facility and equipment projects, manage projects to completion, and complete work at or under budget. In addition, the Sr. Project Manager will also provide technical support to help plants meet OEE and spoilage targets as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and update AutoCad drawings as needed.
• Plan, coordinate and manage capital projects from project approval to project close, with budgets from $0.5MM up to $50MM+.
• Support other Sr. Project Managers on larger Capex projects as needed.
• Provide technical advice to plants on facility project needs (may include civil, electrical, mechanical areas), problem solving, support systems (air, vacuum, …) and other engineering expertise.
• Develop detailed technical specifications for RFQ/RFP related to equipment and conveying purchases and installations
• Develop project cost estimates for capital approval request (CAR) submittal
• Manage SAP documents including drawings, purchase orders and goods receipts
• May generate AutoCAD drawings for project cost estimating and implementation
• Work with suppliers on scope, estimates, quotes, planning and execution.
• Communicate effectively with other functional areas, plant operations teams, vendors and contractors.
• Manage projects on site (in plants) that will run on a 24/7 basis and manage vendors and contractors, and work with plant teams to ensure work is done safely, on time, within budget, and meeting the project objectives.
• Ensure plants have what they need to successfully operate and meet their objectives once project is complete.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Minimum 15-20 years’ work experience in engineering and/or high-speed manufacturing (can making/packaging) preferred
• Ability to travel 50-85% of calendar year (mostly domestic but may include some international travel)
• Self-starter
• Excellent interpersonal/team skills
• Knowledge of high speed manufacturing process
• Excellent analytical and mechanical skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong Project Management skills
• Preferred software experience:  SAP, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.

Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $124,200.00 and $186,400.00 per year.  This role is bonus eligible. The bonus incentive program is based on the company meeting or exceeding certain targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for roles that are based out of Illinois. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and work location, where appropriate.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Life insurance  
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.