Senior Project Manager

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Senior Project Manager - Full Time - Allschwil, Switzerland

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Process Solutions team in Switzerland .

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

• Plan, delegate, and coordinate project tasks across engineering and other departments
• Oversee technical, financial, schedule, and quality aspects, ensuring alignment with KPIs and ESH standards
• Ensure compliance with all contractual project requirements and obligations
• Monitor project performance, proactively managing risks, scope changes, and resource needs
• Maintain up-to-date financial tracking (SAP), issue invoices, and follow up on payments
• Ensure timely decision-making and swift resolution of project issues
• Optimize costs and cash flow without compromising quality or schedule
• Report project progress and performance to stakeholders and senior management
• Identify and document lessons learned to drive continuous improvement
• Manage guarantee cases and ensure full compliance with change management procedures
  
  

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Experience: 7+ years in project management and engineering within process plants (Oil & Gas, chemicals, pharma)
• Education: Master’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Certifications: PMP or IPMA is a plus
• Languages: English required; German or French is a plus
• Technical Skills: Strong expertise in project delivery, engineering interfaces, and cross-department coordination
• Soft Skills: Team leadership, communication, and ability to work in multicultural environments
• IT Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (including MS Project) and SAP
  
  

What we offer you:

• Attractive compensation and vacation plan
• Excellent social benefits
• Global development opportunities
• An innovative, vibrant and agile culture
• Free parking space and accessibility with public transportation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long service awards
  
  

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.