Strategic Project Manager

Strategic Project Manager

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.
• Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and standards interpretation skills.
• Proficient in engineering economics.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software and Word processing software, other Microsoft Office products.
• Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations. (50% of the time).

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary engineering designs, specifications, and project cost estimates.
• Conduct feasibility studies, research data, and determine design criteria based on required standards and codes.
• Validate fieldwork and ensure projects are accurately transferred into as-built drawings.
• Review engineering projects from plants for accuracy and soundness.
• Direct vendors and contractors to ensure timely project execution and manage installation schedules.
• Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans and recommendations.
• Provide direction to equipment vendors for layout planning, utility requirements, and installation schedules.
• Review consultants’ work and suggest adjustments as needed.
• Maintain documentation, including equipment manuals, drawings, parts lists, and vendor contacts.
• Lead engineering planning, design, and operational reviews during pre-project studies.
• Prepare project documents including scope, requests for proposals, budget analysis, and schedules.
• Submit reports to management on time and ensure budget compliance during project execution.
• Review and administer contracts, including bid package evaluations.
• Focus on executing high ROI projects, including automation and new technology developed by the Automation team.
• Lead large-scale strategic projects, typically exceeding $5 million, that drive significant company growth and return.
• Monitor installations to ensure adherence to specifications and budget.
• Drive a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Previous experience in the management of multi-million-dollar projects with large scopes, desirable.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry.