Leading multiple projects across , ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
Partnering with Sales and Applications teams during the pre-sales phase to assess risks, shape proposals, and support customer visits
Acting as the main point of contact for customers, building strong, trusted relationships throughout the project lifecycle
Managing project scope, timelines, and responsibilities with clarity and confidence
Planning and overseeing key milestones including delivery, installation, and production start-up
Attending customer sites for kick-off, pre-installation, and installation phases
Resolving on-site challenges in collaboration with engineers, suppliers, and account teams
Monitoring project financials, forecasting costs, and protecting margins
Driving continuous improvement by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
Requirements
Experience & Background
Experience in project management within engineering, manufacturing, food processing, or industrial environments
A proven track record of delivering projects successfully in a customer-facing role
Comfortable working across multiple stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and internal teams
A degree in Engineering, Business, or similar (or equivalent practical experience)
Skills that will set you apart
Strong organization and planning skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects
Confident communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Experience with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Asana)
A hands-on mindset - someone who's comfortable being on-site and making things happen
What you can expect
A hybrid working model with flexibility
Travel across Spain - Portugal, giving you exposure to a wide range of customers and projects
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge food technology
A supportive team environment where your ideas and input are valued
Real opportunities for career development within a global organization
JBT Marel
At JBT Marel, we're shaping the future of food - right here in the Spain - Portugal and across the globe. From helping food producers improve efficiency to driving sustainable innovation, our technology plays a key role in feeding a growing population.
Why join us?
This is more than a project management role - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. At JBT Marel, your work contributes to a more efficient, sustainable food industry.
If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, build strong relationships, and see the tangible results of your work across Spain - Portugal, we'd love to hear from you.
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Benefits
Remote work options
Additional Information
Project Manager - Freezing Solutions (Spain - Portugal)
Location: Remote (Spain - Portugal) | Travel: ~30% across Spain - Portugal & occasionally Europe
As Project Manager - Freezing Solutions (Spain - Portugal) , you'll take the lead on delivering complex equipment and system projects for customers across Spain and Portugal. Acting as the central point of coordination, you'll bring together internal teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure every project runs smoothly - from initial order through to installation and production start-up.
This is a highly visible role where your ability to manage relationships, balance commercial outcomes, and solve problems on the ground will make a real difference.