Cabot Corporation

Sr. Global Project Manager

Cabot Corporation$120K — $150K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering with 10+ years of experience; Graduate degree preferred.
  • PMP certification or relevant engineering license is strongly preferred.
  • Proven track record in project management and execution in high-stakes environments.
  • Expertise in engineering disciplines and installation of manufacturing systems.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience motivating teams.

Responsibilities

  • Define project goals and deliverables aligned with business objectives.
  • Develop project scope in collaboration with project teams to meet objectives.
  • Execute projects in line with global governance and standards.
  • Manage cross-functional collaboration for successful project outcomes.
  • Monitor project budgets and schedules, addressing risks to on-time completion.
  • Conduct negotiations and oversee contractor performance on projects.
  • Champion initiatives that enhance organizational competitiveness and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continued education.
  • Supportive work environment prioritizing safety and environmental awareness.
  • Potential for international travel for project site supervision.
  • Access to advanced project governance tools and methodologies.
Full Job Description
The Senior Global Project Manager is responsible for leading large, complex and high-value projects across multiple regions, ensuring alignment with business strategy and delivering results safely, on time, within scope, and on budget. This role drives cross-functional collaboration, manages stakeholders at all organizational levels, and establishes best-in-class project delivery across the company. The Senior Global Project Manager participates and/or manages all phases of the project from conceptualization and investigation through implementation and completion. He/She will also provide leadership and guidance for teams tasked with successfully delivering projects within Cabot. Projects can be multi-site or global. This role is also accountable for driving execution excellence, optimizing cost and schedule performance, and positioning the organization to compete effectively. How You Will Make an Impact: • Defines project(s) goals and deliverables in alignment with business objectives. Organizes resources, sets priorities and timeframe for deliverables. Identifies risks and obstacles and establishes actions to minimize and mitigate risks. • Work with the project teams to develop the project scope that satisfies the agreed objectives. • Execute projects following global project governance, standards, and tools • Leads across organizational boundaries. Collaborates with other functions as needed for total project success. Manages and leverages cross-functional relationships. • Develops and monitors project(s) budget and schedules, forecast completion, and identifies and resolves threats to on-time project completion. • Applies intensive and diverse knowledge of principles and practices in areas of assignment and related fields. Shares learnings across the organization. • Provides input, feedback on team members' performance. • Conducts negotiations and oversees outside contractors assigned to work on the project(s) • Ensures capital project is compliant with local, state and federal regulations, codes and standards. • Requires regular travel and/or possible relocation to provide site supervision in a construction environment. • Supports efforts to implement and maintain the Responsible Care® Management System in line with the requirements of the RC14001® technical specification, as applicable to the site/region. • Oversee contractor and vendor performance, including commercial and contractual aspect • Lead cross-functional collaboration across engineering, procurement, operations, and external partner • Champion initiatives that enhance organizational competitiveness, speed to market, and cost efficiency • Drive cost competitiveness through disciplined project controls, value engineering, and efficient resource allocation • Act as a strategic partner to leadership, advising on project prioritization, execution risks, and investment decisions What You Will Bring To Cabot: • Expert technical knowledge in engineering discipline(s) • Expert project manager with ability to leverage resources, motivate and lead others. • Expert knowledge and experience of the installation of manufacturing systems, processes and equipment • Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills • Ability to formulate and present ideas in a convincing and persuasive manner; give technical advice. • Ability to motivate and influence others to action • Promoter of Safety and Environmental Awareness Education/Experience • BS in Engineering in related discipline with 10+ years of related experience. Graduate degree preferred. • Experience in project execution and project management with a strong background as a project engineer consisting of high level projects with full accountability • PMP certification or a professional engineering license (or foreign equivalent) is strongly preferred. • Proven success in delivering projects in competitive, cost-sensitive environments • International and/or Regional project execution experience is strongly preferred.

About Cabot Corporation

Cabot Corporation is a global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Cabot's major products are carbon black, fumed silica, inkjet colorants, aerogels, and cesium formate drilling fluids. Cabot has approximately 4,300 employees worldwide and operates manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. Cabot's products are used in a variety of applications, including rubber and tires, coatings, adhesives, and sealants, inks, and batteries.
Learn more about Cabot Corporation
Size
4,491 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$219 million
Founded
1882
5 Year Trend
+9.7%
Revenue
$2.6 billion
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