Engineering Project Manager

Our client is currently seeking a Engineering Project Manager for their growing manufacturing facility near Elizabeth, NJ. This role drives complex capital projects, supports product innovation, and oversees construction initiatives. The position blends financial discipline, technical execution, and leadership of cross-functional teams.

If this role sounds interesting, I hope to hear from you soon.

Salary: $145,000 - $165,000 + Bonus
Location: Newark, NJ area
**Relocation Package Available**

Responsibilities

• Capital Projects (50%): Lead end-to-end CapEx initiatives, managing budgets, schedules, and ROI analysis. Ensure projects meet financial and operational targets.
  
• Product Development (25%): Partner with R&D and operations to deliver new product launches, applying stage-gate processes and aligning design with manufacturing readiness.
  
• Construction (25%): Oversee site upgrades and facility expansion projects, coordinating contractors, safety compliance, and quality standards.
  
• Guide cross-functional teams, resolve issues, and manage risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
  
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and provide clear communication through project reviews and progress reporting.
  
• Serve as a subject matter expert in project management practices, tools, and training.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
  
• Strong CapEx management experience (single projects of at least $10 MM)
  
• 7+ years of project management experience in manufacturing environments
  
• PMP certification preferred; Lean/Six Sigma credentials a plus
  
• Strong building code experience
  
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and manage complex initiatives across capital, product, and construction domains
  
• Less than 10% domestic travel required

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