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[Apply on Covestro’s careers site →](https://covestro.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/cov_external/job/Dormagen-North-Rhine-Westphalia-Germany/Senior-Project-Manager---Global-CAPEX-Projects-Chemical-Industry--m-w-d----mit-Gehaltsangabe_JR-2026-02416) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Covestro](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/covestro/) / Senior Project Manager | Global CAPEX Projects - Chemical Industry (m/f/d) - with Salary Details ## Job description We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18.000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place. Do you have extensive experience in the chemical industry and a proven track record of successfully leading large-scale international CAPEX projects? At Covestro, you will take full responsibility for international capital investment projects valued at €200 million and above. From concept development through to commissioning, you will manage complex projects for chemical production facilities across our global sites. You will lead international project teams, manage external EPCM contractors, and drive key technical and commercial decisions. Your strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and ability to communicate complex engineering topics clearly to non-technical stakeholders will be essential to your success. We are looking for an experienced project leader with extensive CAPEX expertise in the chemical industry and the willingness to take on long-term international assignments at project locations worldwide. In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we offer a competitive annual base salary ranging from €131,600 to €164,500 for this full-time position, plus variable compensation. Your actual starting salary will be based on your qualifications and experience. What you will do Take full responsibility for large-scale international CAPEX projects in the chemical industry with investment volumes of €200 million and above, ensuring delivery against safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets. Manage the entire project lifecycle, from concept development, engineering, permitting, procurement, and construction through to commissioning and handover. Lead international, multidisciplinary project teams and manage external EPC contractors, engineering service providers, and other project partners. Develop project execution and contracting strategies, oversee contract and interface management, and ensure that technical and commercial requirements are met. Take ownership of cost and schedule planning, proactively identify project risks, and manage changes and corrective actions to ensure successful project delivery. Act as the central point of contact for business owners, senior management, and technical functions. Translate complex technical information into clear, actionable insights and provide a sound basis for business decisions. Contribute to the continuous improvement of global technical standards, project management practices, and safety and quality processes. Take responsibility for major international projects through long-term assignments at project locations worldwide. For projects in Germany, assume construction management responsibilities under applicable state building regulations, provided the necessary professional qualifications and legal requirements are met. What you bring to the role A university degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a comparable engineering discipline. At least 15 years of relevant professional experience in the chemical industry, including a proven track record in delivering complex CAPEX projects for chemical production facilities. Substantial experience in the chemical industry is a mandatory requirement for this position. At least ten years of experience managing large-scale industrial CAPEX projects, with a proven track record of successfully leading international capital investment projects, ideally valued at €200 million or above. Extensive hands-on experience leading and managing external EPCM contractors, along with a strong understanding of international contracting and project execution models. In-depth knowledge of the entire chemical plant project lifecycle, including engineering, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, cost and schedule control, and risk management. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to confidently lead international teams, align diverse stakeholders, and explain complex technical matters clearly and convincingly to non-technical audiences and senior management. Willingness to relocate internationally, including outside Europe and live and work at project locations for extended periods, typically three to five years. This is a mandatory requirement for the position. Very good written and spoken English and German language skills. A strong sense of ownership, commercial awareness, analytical thinking, and sound decision-making skills, with the ability to maintain a clear overview in complex international project environments. ### Contact for Application-Related Questions Suzana Markovic ( suzana.markovic@covestro.com). Please do not send your application or CV to this email address. To apply, please use the “Apply” button exclusively. Applications submitted via email cannot be considered. Please note that successful candidate for this position will be subject to Pre-Employment Screening. Final candidates for such a position will be proactively contacted for submitting their written consent at a later stage in our recruiting process. Perfection? Not required! The requirements are not met 100%, but you are still interested in the position? Are you curious, courageous and colorful as we are? No problem! We'll tackle this together - as a team! With proper onboarding and tailored development opportunities. Apply now! We look forward to receiving your application including your salary expectation and your notice period! Become #1ofUs! Anyone who wants to contribute to a better world with Covestro can also expect a lot. We want you to feel at home at Covestro. To feel you’re treated fairly and transparently. That means financial security, a healthy work-life balance and generous benefits. ### Specifically, it means for us flexible working hours, the compatibility of family and work, active health promotion and the ability to convert part of your salary into long-term or retirement savings. And that's not all. Sounds exciting? Find out more about Covestro and our benefits here: [https://www.career.covestro.de/de/about-covestro/covestro-as-an-employer/employee-benefits](https://www.career.covestro.de/de/about-covestro/covestro-as-an-employer/employee-benefits) Contact Us www.covestro.com Covestro welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, skin color, nationality, religion, philosophy, gender, age, physical characteristics, marital status, disability, appearance, sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 23, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 26, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 9, 2026 - Listed for: 17 days - Location: Dormagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany - Pay: €131,600 to €164,500[Apply on Covestro’s careers site →](https://covestro.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/cov_external/job/Dormagen-North-Rhine-Westphalia-Germany/Senior-Project-Manager---Global-CAPEX-Projects-Chemical-Industry--m-w-d----mit-Gehaltsangabe_JR-2026-02416) ## Hiring at Covestro - Open jobs: 169 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Oct 12, 2026 [All Covestro jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/covestro/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Covestro ### [Contract & Claim Manager (m/f/d) | Capital Investment Projects – with salary details](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/covestro/jobs/8672e9c12cbd2590b703/) Dormagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany ### [Instandhaltungsingenieur:in / Maintenance Engineer (m/w/d) für den Bereich Mechanik im DSE Betrieb – mit Gehaltsangabe](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/covestro/jobs/4699e78f1da1ca3b98e6/) Dormagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany ### [Process Analytical Technology (PAT) Ingenieur:in (m/w/d) - mit Gehaltsangabe](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/covestro/jobs/409d9b5a3bdaf9195e83/) Dormagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany ### [Asset Reliability and Inspection Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/covestro/jobs/a1ca1d481ba1669a5965/) New Martinsville, WV ### [Development Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/covestro/jobs/78cb3634df881d7b2e3b/) South Deerfield, MA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Sr. Program Manager, CapEx Real Estate Projects, EMEA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vertiv-holdings/jobs/a4befaae474caabebba9/) Vertiv Holdings · Nove Mesto nad Vahom, Slovakia ### [CAPEX Procurement Professional](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/ccade369e8bd5b77dfe9/) Siemens ### [Výrobní Projektový inženýr - CAPEX](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/ce300f8e0b0901eac099/) Eaton · Suchdol nad Luznici, CZE ### [Líder de Compras Capex y Proyectos Especiales](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/veolia-environnement/jobs/1fee72ec6e3df55cf38d/) Veolia Environnement · Bogotá, Colombia ### [Consultant(e) Travaux neufs - Projet industriels CAPEX (F/H) ASAP](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bouygues/jobs/1f11c7498fa1d050ad1a/) Bouygues · CALAIS, France [Operations jobs](/functions/operations/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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