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We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
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We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Senior Project Manager in Mikulov, Czechia.
The Senior Project Manager leads cross-functional New Product Development (NPD) projects within the Copeland portfolio, including scroll compressors, variable-speed drives, condensing units, and integrated HVACR solutions. This role is responsible for driving projects from concept through series production using Copeland’s Gate Management Process, ensuring that new products are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with quality, customer, and business objectives.
Key responsibilities of the role:
Project Leadership & Execution
Lead NPD projects : From initial ideation and feasibility through development, validation, series production, and smooth production ramp-up.
Project Planning: Develop and maintain integrated project plans covering scope, detailed timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and budget tracking.
Process Governance: Apply and reinforce Copeland’s Gate Management Process to ensure disciplined execution, strict gate compliance, and transparent decision-making.
Financial & Resource Tracking: Oversee project budgets, track capital expenditures, and monitor ROI targets for specific product initiatives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Matrix Team Alignment: Coordinate and lead global, cross-functional teams across Product Management, Engineering, R&D, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure synchronized execution.
Shared Objectives: Ensure all team members work toward a shared, clearly communicated project goal while optimizing resource allocation and driving alignment on design trade-offs.
Stakeholder Management & Communication
Executive Reporting: Prepare and deliver structured project reviews, gate presentations, and critical updates to senior management.
Decision Facilitation: Drive the project team to make timely, data-driven recommendations and actively balance stakeholder expectations through proactive communication.
Risk, Quality & Compliance
Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify technical, schedule, cost, quality, and supply chain constraints early, establishing robust mitigation plans.
Standards & Safety: Ensure complete compliance with regulatory standards, quality requirements, and health, safety, and environmental rules. The Senior Project Manager maintains the authority to stop work in case of health or safety risks.
Process & Toolchain Improvement
Continuous Improvement: Champion improvements in NPD processes, digital toolchains, and tracking metrics (e.g., time-to-market, cost targets, and product performance) to enhance consistency and efficiency.
Post-Launch Reviews: Lead post-launch reviews to capture lessons learned and integrate them into future development methodologies.
Required qualifications and experience:
Education
University degree (Bachelor's) in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field.
An MBA or advanced technical degree is considered an advantage.
Experience
3-5 years of experience in project/program management, with significant experience specifically in New Product Development (NPD).
Proven track record of successfully launching complex mechanical,…