Sr. Engineering Project Manager
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Description
When you work at Trex, you’re helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry… and still leads the way.
We are looking for a Sr. Engineering Project Manager to help us direct capital expense project activities. As a Trex Sr. Engineering Project Manager, you will be looked to as an innovator in the manufacturing process and expected to help maximize facility productivity and efficiency. This role is a key member of our Engineering team.
Our Operations Team Is Guided By 5 Beliefs
We put people firstWe all operate on the same pageWe own itWe are always tuned for successWe make dynamic decisions
It’s how we started and how we continue to lead the industry – finding intersections of opportunity and hard work, digging in, and digging deep. The result is progress, both for the company and for the people building their careers here. If you are values-driven and share our beliefs, if you are willing to hold yourself and others accountable to the highest standards, then Trex is a place you can call home.
Responsibilities
Put safety first – Always!Lead and foster our “people first” culture
Leadership
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver large capital strategic projects and initiatives.Demonstrate managerial courage by candidly and positively handling conflict, viewing it as an opportunity to find common ground and address tough issues.Hold contractors and colleagues accountable for all agreed-upon deliverables.Feel confident in leading multiple cross-functional teams on multiple projects on aggressive delivery schedules.Capable of adapting quickly while maintaining momentum and team focus.
Project Management
Use effective project management tools and processes to ensure projects are delivered on time.Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and know how to realign them if necessary.Manage project expenses, including forecasting capital expenses and working with vendors on purchase orders.Document and communicate changes in project scope, schedules, and finances.Manage and report project financials on a weekly and monthly basis.
Technical
Facilitate communication between process engineers, vendors, and contractors for quotations, scheduling, design, and equipment installation.Identify and implement opportunities for operational efficiencies.Demonstrate a strong understanding of hydraulics, pumps, motors, airflow, material conveyance, and industrial electricity.Ability to anticipate potential issues in costs and timing and proactively implement mitigation steps.
Experience
We are looking for leaders with a bachelor’s degree in engineering along with 12+ years of Engineering Project Management experience in a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams along with building schedules and financial tracking for multi-million-dollar projects is also required. A PMP certification is preferred. We want to hear from you if you have previous experience as an Engineering Manager.
At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there’s no road map, embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt, and innovate – always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.
Who We Are
Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world’s first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what’s next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world’s #1 brand of sustainability-made, wood-alternative decking, and deck railing – all proudly manufactured in the USA. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country as well as caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.
Everything We Do Is Grounded In Our Values And Guided By Our Beliefs. We Are Looking For Candidates Who Embody Our Core Values
Do the Right ThingAct with Boldness and AuthenticityDrive SustainabilityInnovate and Adapt
At Trex, you’ll become part of a diverse yet unified team that sustains the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader – learning, adapting, solving, and succeeding.
We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.
Benefits & Perks
We believe that real effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:
Time Off: We’ll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.Health, Dental and Vision Insurance: Choose from a variety of options. We’ll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.401(k) With Company Match: Save for your retirement and we’ll match it dollar for dollar.Tuition Reimbursement: We’re all about lifting each other to the next level. When you’re ready to get the degree, we’ll pick up part of the tab.Training and Education: We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.Stock Purchase Program: Invest in Trex at a discounted price.Employee Discount Program: When you make the World’s No. 1 Decking Brand, you’ll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We’ll give you a discount.
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There’s an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you’ve been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise – enhancing your career, your team and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.
JOB LOCATION
Winchester, Virginia, United States (on-site)
POSITION TYPE
Full-Time/Regular
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