Project Manager - Engineering & Construction (All Genders)

Festanstellung, Vollzeit · Düsseldorf / Cologne Area

Overview

BIOWEG is looking for a Project Manager to build a first-of-its-kind bioprocessing facility. In this role, you will oversee multidisciplinary design and execution, manage contractors and consultants and coordinate engineering, construction and commissioning activities. You will help expand BIOWEG’s production capacity in Germany while maintaining the highest quality, safety and sustainability standards.

If you have experience in project management within process engineering, construction or operations and enjoy working in a startup environment, this position offers the opportunity to scale modern fermentation and advance downstream processing to manufacture ingredients that replace microplastics.

Please submit your CV in English.

Your Role

Lead full technical management of an engineering & construction project in high-tech bioprocessing/specialty chemicals/biorefinery
Oversee all engineering lifecycle phases while meeting quality, cost and schedule targets
Size and design process equipment, create flow diagrams and equipment lists and manage specifications, testing protocols and project documentation
Integrate GMP, food and pharma-grade quality expectations into plant design and documentation
Act as the central technical contact for internal teams and external partners
Coordinate with suppliers for FAT/pre-FAT, validate equipment performance, and ensure alignment with construction plans
Drive cross-functional integration across process, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, civil, and automation systems
Establish and continuously improve design and engineering workflows, quote structures, reporting cadences and change management
Define site personnel profile and internal resourcing
Lead risk identification and mitigation throughout execution; report progress, budget and risk status
Ensure coherent commissioning, qualification and start-up plans
Align EHS/HSE and compliance (GMP principles, food/pharma grade standards)
Support SOPs, training and handover to Operations for steady-state production

Your Profile

Degree in Mechanical, Process, or Chemical Engineering (or comparable technical field)
Several years managing complex industrial capital projects (EPCM/EPC or owner’s team) with demonstrated delivery of design, build and commission
Solid knowledge of chemical plant / bioprocess facility engineering and project implementation
Hands-on experience with 3D model reviews, P&IDs, technical specs & documentation and cross-discipline PID-coordination
Strong interfaces management across process, utilities, packaging, warehousing and site infrastructure
Working knowledge of fermentation and downstream unit ops: centrifugation, filtration, evaporation, drying, packaging, warehousing
Proven leadership, stakeholder communication and a calm, structured approach under time/complexity pressure
Excellent English skills; German proficiency is a plus
Experience with permitting, ATEX, pressure equipment and utilities
Familiarity with capex stage-gate models and project controls (budgeting, scheduling, risk, cost reports)

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About us

BIOWEG is a purpose-driven company developing bio-based alternatives to fossil-based ingredients using Biotech and Green Chemistry.

We create sustainable products that match or even outperform fossil-based alternatives while remaining price competitive. Our main products, MicBeads (sensory micropowder) and RheoWeg (rheology modifier), are used by leading cosmetics and chemical companies.

We are driving to create a better world and a lasting, sustainable impact. Join our diverse and relentless team to revolutionize and drive green innovation across multiple industries.

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