Factory Project Manager

Factory Project Manager

100% - Dubai

BE WTR is the new, premium water brand chosen by many of the world's best chefs. We are innovative, sustainable and here to change how the world hydrates.

As a fast-growing, Swiss scale up, we put a lot of energy, passion and know-how into our work. Today we are present in Switzerland, France, Singapore, the Gulf States, UK, Morocco, Canada and China, with hungry expansion plans in the coming years.

At BE WTR we believe that water should always be a short journey. Why ship in water from the end of the world when you can get premium, local and great tasting water in sealed bottles with us We are zero plastic, zero waste and minimum transport.

You find our clients within luxury hospitality, high gastronomy, top-notch offices and homes. We help our customers access sustainable premium water, while significantly reducing their carbon footprint.

As a dedicated member of 1% for the Planet and B Corp certified, social and ecological responsibility is at the heart of what we do. BE WTR's multicultural team is passionate about customer focus, innovation, and development.

As we continue our rapid growth, we are seeking a Factory Project Manager to strengthen our Engineering department. You will be part of the HQ team in Dubai, working closely with regional and international teams and our Lausanne HQ.

Join us and BE proud of your work!

OUR TECHNOLOGY

Each BE WTR production site operates a fully automated washing, filling, and capping line, designed for food-grade and beverage manufacturing standards.

The process includes:

• Industrial bottle washers (detergent wash, rinse, disinfection, and final rinse);
• Volumetric filling and capping systems;
• CO saturators, chillers, neutralization systems, and flow-controlled utilities.

This environment involves fluid dynamics, chemistry, and microbiology, and requires compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.

YOUR MISSION

As a Factory Engineer & Project Management Lead, you will lead the design, planning, and execution of new BE WTR factories worldwide from conceptual industrial layouts to the full integration of machines and utilities.

You will act as the technical and organizational cornerstone between design offices, suppliers, and construction teams to deliver efficient, safe, and GMP-compliant production environments that embody BE WTR's innovation and sustainability standards.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Factory Selection: Evaluate potential factory locations globally to ensure they meet the technical and environmental requirements for industrial water production.
• Factory Design & Implementation: Lead the design and implementation of new BE WTR plants, covering industrial floor layouts, bottle washing/filling lines, utilities, and infrastructure interfaces.
• Technical Definition: Define electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical specifications including pipe sizing, materials (tri-clamp, stainless steel, etc.) based on pressure, flow rate, and system requirements.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with architectural, mechanical, and HVAC design offices to ensure proper utility dimensioning and integration (HVAC, water supply, drainage, power, compressed air, and piping).
• Construction & Supervision: Oversee site construction and installation works to ensure compliance with technical specifications, safety rules, GMP, and food-grade standards.
• Project Leadership: Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring the smooth and timely delivery of projects.
• Technical Interface: Act as the link between engineering design, construction sites, and field commissioning teams for seamless execution and system validation.
• Standardisation: Support the continuous improvement and standardization of factory design concepts to enhance future scalability and performance.

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Process Engineering (or related field).
• 7+ years of experience in industrial or factory project management, ideally within food, beverage, or water treatment industries.
• Proven track record in utility system design and integration (HVAC, piping, drainage, power, compressed air, water).
• Proficiency with CAD tools and project management software.
• Strong understanding of GMP, food-grade, and industrial safety standards.
• Experience managing construction, installation, and commissioning projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Fluent in English (French or additional languages a plus).

WE OFFER

• The opportunity to:
• join a fast-growing sustainable brand revolutionizing the beverage industry
• work in a multidisciplinary environment combining automation, process, and quality.
• be part of a central engineering hub impacting production performance across multiple countries
• contribute directly to building a more sustainable, circular water ecosystem.
• grow professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment
• A competitive salary and benefits package

Looking forward to receiving your complete application by November 30th, 2025!

At BE WTR, we value the diversity of the people we hire and with whom we collaborate. Diversity represents a richness and a strong added value. We foster a work environment in which individual differences are respected and valued positively. Today this diversity has built our strength and allows us to develop everyone's potential and to leverage the strengths of every team member.