Project Manager - Environmental

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore

• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster

• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset

• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

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• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance

• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly manage project engineers to deliver equipment orders on time and within budget.

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.

• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

• Oversee daily workflow of the department.

• Monitor resources and resource capacity planning of the department.

• Liaise with managers of other NAM departments including Finance, Logistics, HR, and others to achieve project goals.

• Provide performance evaluations of all direct reports.

• Define priorities for department work and resolution of conflicts, escalate to director level if necessary.

• Facilitate training and learning experiences of team members.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintain status reports of all projects worked on by the department.

• Review new projects and assign project teams.

• Establish strong communication guidelines with customers and other company departments.

• Prioritize project tasks to align with company goals.

• Enforce procedures and best practices of engineering and project management including continuous improvement.

• Directly manage large projects, or projects of strategic importance to the company.

• Directly support Project Engineers as needed during the life of each project, including risk management.

• Approve PTO, expense reports, and other department expenditures.

• Track and maintain KPIs for project management within their team.

• Collaborate with commercial coordinators to track project budgets and invoicing.

• Create engineering service proposals on behalf of the department.

• Assist with review, approval, and update of department ISO procedures including audits.

• Act as the point of contact for emergencies and accident reporting within their team.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task on a regular basis.
• Thorough understanding of the business including focus on customer expectations.
• Strong networking skills an d ability to work as a team with other departments.
• Strong leadership traits including entrepreneurial competencies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Other duties as assigned.

At GEA, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment will be communicated during the interview. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.

The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  You may be eligible for additional rewards.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Please note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

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