Research Project Manager

Hybrid in Cornellà de Llobregat·Full-time·Added 3 days ago

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Overview

Job details

Permanent contract
Full-time hours.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Veolia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Cornellà de Llobregat for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Driving licence (B)
EU licences are valid in Spain; most others only for six months after you become resident.
Master's degree
“Imprescindible Máster en ingeniería química o ambiental, en ámbito de producción de agua, tratamiento y/o valorización de corrientes residuales.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Permanent contract.
Flexibility and partial teleworking.
Professional growth within the organization.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Essential: degrees in Chemical, Industrial, Environmental Engineering, Biotechnology, or similar.
Essential: Master's in chemical or environmental engineering, in the field of water production, treatment and/or valorization of waste streams.
Essential: ability to work in a team, results orientation, self-management, and order.
Essential: medium-high level of English.
Availability for occasional travel
Valid B driving license
COMPETENCIES:
Analytical and Innovative Thinking.
Good communicator.
Results orientation.
Flexibility and Resilience to uncertainty.

Nice to have

Valuable: experience in management and execution of R&D&i projects and process engineering in the fields of water treatment and/or resource valorization.
Valuable: experience in operation and optimization of industrial processes.
Valuable: experience in data analysis and use of on-line sensors.
Valuable: experience in the preparation of proposals and offers for the execution of R&D&i projects and services for both private clients and public calls (European/national).
Valuable: doctoral studies (completed or in progress) in the field of production, water treatment and/or valorization of waste streams.
Valuable: experience in pilot plant operation and laboratory work in water treatment.

The role

The hired researcher - project manager will technically and economically manage and execute projects mainly in the field of water resources management and planning, water treatment with physico-chemical processes, as well as wastewater valorization for the obtaining of subproducts.
The project manager will develop tasks involving the execution of R&D&i projects, writing technical reports, participating in the design, operation, and monitoring of pilot and/or industrial facilities, and dissemination of results. Additionally, they will participate in the preparation of R&D&i project proposals to be submitted to public funding bodies and private companies.
The project manager will join the work team and will mainly develop their functions in Cetaqua's offices in Barcelona, as well as in pilot plants, and when projects require it.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews

Application
Interview with HR
With HR team
Interview with your future manager
With a future manager
Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.
Decision
Onboarding
Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded: 1853
Employees: 200,000–250,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website: veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

Cetaqua, Water Research Center, needs to incorporate a researcher / project manager to execute and manage R&D&i projects. The researcher - project manager will join Cetaqua's research team in Barcelona, executing and coordinating public (European/national) and/or private projects. Their responsibilities will mainly be the management, coordination, and execution of projects, as well as the transfer and industrialization of the results obtained.
We work mainly in three large areas: water💧, offering solutions in both urban and industrial management; waste ♻ transforming them into new resources, and energy 🔋improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industries, and cities.

Additional information

Be part of a leading multinational company in the sector.

What unites the entire workforce is working with passion, enthusiasm and excellence so that our daily contribution is based on protecting the environment and guaranteeing access to water, together building a green and inclusive present.

¡If you want to be part of this team and join us in this great challenge, do not hesitate to apply for this offer! Are you up for it?

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