(Senior) Manager, Engineering Projects NA
Position Summary
The Manager, Engineering Projects NA leads major capital expenditure (Capex) projects from initiation through commissioning. This role ensures project performance, cost control, risk mitigation, and alignment with global engineering standards.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery: Lead end-to-end industrial Capex projects from concept, FEED, and detailed engineering through construction, commissioning, and handover
Build, coordinate, and guide cross-functional project teams across global, BU, and regional resources
Maintain strong project governance including reporting cadence, stakeholder communication, and risk/issue escalation
Monitor project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
Engineering & Technical Management
Develop and manage technical design packages, engineering specifications, and technology-aligned standards
Validate Capex requirements through feasibility assessments, FEED studies, and detailed engineering
Ensure alignment with global technology managers and leverage global templates to drive design consistency
Lead or support FAT/SAT activities to verify performance, quality, and contractual/technical compliance
Procurement & Vendor Management
Support and/or lead RFP development, vendor evaluations, and contract award processes
Conduct technical reviews of vendor proposals and ensure alignment with engineering requirements and project objectives
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure design integrity, manufacturability, and seamless installation planning
Construction, Commissioning & Documentation
Guide pre-construction planning and coordinate with construction partners to ensure quality and safety standards
Provide engineering support during commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness
Complete all required technical documentation, project records, and handover packages
Standards, Governance & Continuous Improvement
Develop, implement, and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
Drive consistency in management of change processes across projects
Foster cross-functional engineering capabilities to strengthen regional operations and promote knowledge sharing
Required Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of Capex processes and controls
Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
Experience with vendor management and FAT/SAT
Strong accountability and ability to drive this amongst stakeholders
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
PREFERRED: P.Eng. and/or PMP certification
Experience
Required: 7+ years of industrial project management experience
PREFERRED: Spirits industry experience
Travel
10% travel
Financial Responsibility
Greatly influences goals but does not have final authority. Manages and deploys resources to meet the goals
When you join Pernod Ricard
You’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life. Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules. We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support.
About the Role
Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard. Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
Salary Range
The salary range for this role, based in Fort Smith, is $111,900.00 to $139,900.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.
Job Posting End Date
Target Hire Date: 2026-06-29