Project Manager

Location: 

Maryville, US

Project Manager

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow and lead? Join us as an Project Manager where you can work at our facility located in Maryville, Tennessee.

 

You will be responsible for the end-to-end management, coordination, and follow-up of strategic projects from concept through to final delivery. You will lead the development of feasibility studies and preliminary project designs, aligning closely with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency with defined objectives and priorities.

As a key driver of project success, you will oversee the seamless execution of initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget—while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. You will proactively manage risks, timelines, and resources, maintaining clear communication and transparency across all levels of the organization.

 

Regular reporting to senior leadership, including monthly presentations to steering committees and project sponsors (such as C-level executives), is an integral part of the role. Your ability to engage stakeholders and drive cross-functional collaboration will be essential to ensuring alignment and delivering lasting value to the organization.

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, required. Master’s degree in engineering, preferred
  • 8-15 years of experience in high capital project management
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification/Training or equivalent
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Key Competencies

  • Project Lifecycle Methodologies - Advanced
  • Project Management tools (MS Project, Primavera, others) - Intermediate
  • Risk Management and mitigation planning   - Advanced
  • Budgeting and financial tracking - Advanced
  • Resource planning and capacity planning - Intermediate
  • Quality assurance and control processes - Intermediate
  • Performance and KPIs monitoring - Advanced
  • Project planning and organization - Advanced
  • Technical Knowledge - Intermediate

What you'll do

  • Lead project initiation to closure in line with internal standards and compliance requirements. 
  • Ensure timely, budget-compliant, and high-quality delivery of projects.
  • Track progress against baseline schedules, cost forecasts, and quality benchmarks. 
  • Implement corrective actions where necessary to meet performance targets and safety standards.
  • Act as the key contact for internal and external stakeholders. 
  • Maintain strong relationships with project sponsors, technical teams, and external partners.
  • Ensure alignment between business needs, technical requirements, and contractual obligations through transparent communication and timely issue resolution.
  • Prepare and deliver structured updates to project sponsors and C-level executives via regular meetings. 
  • Ensure transparent and data-driven reporting to support informed decision-making.
  • Ensure that all technical deliverables meet internal and external quality standards.
  • Oversee implementation of safety protocols, conduct regular compliance checks, and act promptly to mitigate quality or safety risks.
  • Forecast, plan, and allocate human and financial resources to ensure optimal utilization. 
  • Anticipate resource gaps, escalate needs where necessary, and ensure alignment with project priorities and timelines.

Why join us?

  • We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
  • Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
  • Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
  • We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination