(Senior) Manager, Engineering Projects NA

Where Conviviality is at work.

Pernod Ricard is a global premium international champagnes and spirits company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, and a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, TX, Smooth Ambler and Skrewball™ whiskey.

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Fort Smith, is $111,900.00 to $139,900.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location.  Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position. 
 

Position Summary:

The Manager, Engineering Projects NA leads major capital expenditure (Capex) projects from initiation through commissioning. This role ensures project performance, cost control, risk mitigation, and alignment with global engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Delivery:

• Lead end-to-end industrial Capex projects from concept, FEED, and detailed engineering through construction, commissioning, and handover
• Build, coordinate, and guide cross-functional project teams across global, BU, and regional resources
• Maintain strong project governance including reporting cadence, stakeholder communication, and risk/issue escalation
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery

Engineering & Technical Management:

• Develop and manage technical design packages, engineering specifications, and technology-aligned standards
• Validate Capex requirements through feasibility assessments, FEED studies, and detailed engineering
• Ensure alignment with global technology managers and leverage global templates to drive design consistency
• Oversee technical reviews, constructability assessments, equipment selection, and integration planning
• Lead or support FAT/SAT activities to verify performance, quality, and contractual/technical compliance

Procurement & Vendor Management:

• Support and/or lead RFP development, vendor evaluations, and contract award processes
• Conduct technical reviews of vendor proposals and ensure alignment with engineering requirements and project objectives
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure design integrity, manufacturability, and seamless installation planning

Construction, Commissioning & Documentation:

• Guide pre‑construction planning and coordinate with construction partners to ensure quality and safety standards
• Provide engineering support during commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness
• Complete all required technical documentation, project records, and handover packages

Standards, Governance & Continuous Improvement:

• Develop, implement, and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive consistency in management of change processes across projects
• Foster cross-functional engineering capabilities to strengthen regional operations and promote knowledge sharing

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of Capex processes and controls
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Experience with vendor management and FAT/SAT
• Strong accountability and ability to drive this amongst stakeholders

Education:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Preferred:

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