Project Manager - Coatings Innovation; Cleveland, OH

Position: Project Manager - Performance Coatings Innovation (Cleveland, OH, US, 44118)
Shape the Future with Us.

At Lubrizol, we're bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team, you'll be empowered to make a real impact-on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Location:

Brecksville, OH to start, and transitioning to Wickliffe, OH in 2028.

As Lubrizol approaches its centennial in 2028, our Wickliffe campus will become the unified home of Lubrizol's global headquarters, integrating Lubrizol's Brecksville site capabilities and employees to the Wickliffe campus.

Job Type: Full-time. Collaborate in person 4 days each week, with 1 flexible remote day.

How You'll Make an Impact

As a Project Manager for our Performance Coatings Group, you will be at the forefront of our innovation, leading high-impact projects from concept through commercialization while advancing sustainable solutions across our portfolio. In this highly visible role, you'll collaborate with global, cross-functional teams to shape strategy, define value, and navigate risk in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. You'll make critical decisions, drive alignment, and transform complex ideas into commercially successful solutions that deliver measurable business results and long-term growth.

In This Role You Will:

* Lead cross-functional, matrixed project teams to deliver innovation projects from concept through commercialization, driving alignment across R&D, manufacturing, marketing, and commercial teams

* Drive end-to-end project execution, including planning, budgeting, and delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and business objectives

* Identify, assess, and proactively manage risks, developing mitigation and contingency plans to navigate technical and business uncertainty

* Influence resource allocation and resolve constraints by partnering with functional leaders and balancing competing priorities

* Communicate project status, risks, and key decisions clearly to technical and business leadership, enabling informed decision-making

* Strengthen project management capability within Performance Coatings through coaching and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related technical discipline

* 5+ years of experience leading cross-functional projects, progressing products from innovation and development through scale-up and commercialization

* 5+ years of experience leading or operating within a global, matrixed organization, collaborating across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams

* Strong knowledge and practical application of project management principles and methodologies

* Proficiency with project management software, such as Microsoft Project

* Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, effective presentations

* Change management mindset with the ability to bring clarity to ambiguity

* Proven ability to influence and align stakeholders at all levels, without direct authority

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

* Experience or academic focus in coatings, polymers, or specialty materials applications

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizol, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work-whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

* Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods

* Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided

* Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment

* Occasional lifting or movement of materials

* Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

* Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans

* 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution

* Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage

* Health Savings Account (HSA)

* Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave

* Flexible work environment

* Learning and development opportunities

* Career and professional growth

* Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

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For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions-from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and…