? Innovation & Development Project Manager | Multinational Manufacturing Company

Are you passionate about turning innovative ideas into market-ready solutions?

This is your opportunity to join a global leader in infrastructure solutions, where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.

About the Role

As an Innovation & Development Project Manager, you will be responsible for initiating, leading, and managing development projects from concept generation through production implementation and commercial launch. You will play a key role in developing innovative solutions for pipeline systems, water management, and sewer infrastructure, while collaborating with integral and local stakeholders.

Location: Bogotá, Colombia,

This is an on-site position.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead multidisciplinary innovation and development teams across local and global functions.
- Drive projects from idea generation to industrialization and successful market introduction.
- Develop and manage project plans, timelines, resources, and budgets.
- Coordinate stakeholders and manage project expectations throughout the development lifecycle.
- Ensure effective execution, risk management, and delivery of innovation initiatives.
- Collaborate with technical, commercial, and operational teams to achieve business objectives.
- Support sales development activities and product implementation strategies.

What We're Looking For

Education

- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Nice to have:



Postgraduate studies in Innovation & Development, Plastics Technology, Product Design, or related fields are highly valued.

Experience

- 5+ years of experience leading Innovation & Development projects as a Project Manager.
- Experience within industries such as: Plastics, Steel / Metals, Oil & Gas, Fluid Transportation Systems, Industrial Manufacturing
- Experience working with 3D modeling software, preferably SolidWorks, Inventor, or Rhino.

Skills & Competencies

- Natural curiosity and passion for innovation.
- Confidence to challenge the status quo and explore new ideas.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent project planning, organization, and execution skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced English proficiency (written and spoken).

Additional Requirements

- Availability to travel internationally when required (approximately 10-20%).

What the company Offer

✅ Opportunity to join a leading multinational organization.

✅ Exposure to global innovation projects and international teams.

✅ Multicultural and collaborative work environment.

✅ Professional development and career growth opportunities.

✅ The chance to shape the future of sustainable infrastructure solutions.

? If you are ready to lead innovation and make a tangible impact on the future of water and infrastructure systems, we would love to hear from you.

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