Job Description

Drive innovation in Syngenta's R&D asset and infrastructure by leading complex, engineering projects from concept to completion. As the new Global R&D Senior Engineering Project Manager you'll be part of a dynamic team where you'll shape the future of sustainable agriculture through cutting-edge facility designs and equipment installations.
Key responsibilities:

• Full lifecycle ownership of large-scale R&D engineering projects across global sites
• Manage project budgets ranging from $5M to $20M
• Develop comprehensive project scope, design, execution and communication strategies
• Identify and secure the needed resources, building and leading a large project team and managing their performance through the life of the project
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Drive risk management and mitigation strategies
• Oversee project documentation and reporting

Company Description
Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.
Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.
Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical preferred)
• Track record of delivering complex engineering projects with the exposure in R&D environment for the Agrochemical, Pharma, Chemical or process industry
• Experienced in delivering projects in multicultural environment & with global stakeholders
• PMP certification or equivalent
• Knowledge of agrochemical regulatory requirements
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• German language skills are a plus

Additional Information
Site Details
Jealott's Hill International Research Centre UK is situated in pleasant semi-rural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead and is the place of work for approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff. Jealott's Hill is one of the main global research and development sites and key activities include research into discovery of new active ingredients, new formulation technologies, product safety and technical support of our product range.
What we offer

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
• The opportunity to develop and apply your science within the chemical industry.
• The chance to work as part of a global team to address the current and future needs of the agricultural sector.
• Learning culture and wide range of training options.

Syngenta has been ranked as a and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.
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