Project Officerat British American Tobacco Bangladesh

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate and support execution of factory infrastructure, utilities, automation, and capital investment projects to ensure delivery against approved scope, budget, and timeline.
• Maintain project schedules, trackers, risk registers, action logs, contractor progress records, and project governance documentation.
• Support project managers and engineers in planning, design reviews, technical evaluations, procurement coordination, installation supervision, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders including Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Procurement, Environment, Health and Safety, Information Technology and external contractors to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and constraints, and support timely implementation of corrective actions to maintain project milestones.
• Prepare project presentations, management updates, investment justifications, executive reports, and project performance dashboards.
• Support implementation of BAT Project Governance requirements, ensuring appropriate approvals, documentation, and compliance records are maintained.
• Manage project documentation including drawings, specifications, contracts, site instructions, commissioning records, and project close-out reports.
• Coordinate contractor safety compliance, permit-to-work requirements, risk assessments, and EHS audits throughout project execution.
• Support continuous improvement, digitalization, and factory capability-building initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance project delivery and operational performance.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
• 2-5 years of experience in Project Management, Engineering Projects, Factory Infrastructure, Construction Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related function.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions and levels.
• Proven experience supporting capital projects, contractor management, commissioning activities, and engineering change implementation.
• Experience developing project documentation, reports, presentations, schedules, trackers, and executive communication materials.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) and project management tools.
• Knowledge of project governance, CAPEX management, engineering standards, construction safety, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence principles is an advantage.

What we offer you?

• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized organization.
• Exposure to modern manufacturing and facilities management practices.
• Career growth and development opportunities within Engineering and Operations functions.
• Hands-on experience with large-scale utility and infrastructure projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development programs.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainability, energy efficiency, and ESG initiatives.

WHY JOIN BAT?

• We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
• Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
• We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
• Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
• If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

you?

Opportunity to work with a globally recognized organization.

Exposure to modern manufacturing and facilities management practices.

Career growth and development opportunities within Engineering and Operations functions.

Hands-on experience with large-scale utility and infrastructure projects.

Continuous learning and professional development programs.

Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Opportunity to contribute to sustainability, energy efficiency, and ESG initiatives.

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience  here .

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.