Project Manager, New Plant Construction & Engineering

Project Manager, New Plant Construction & Engineering

Are you prepared to advance your career? Bridor, an innovative leader in the global industrial baking industry, is making remarkable progress in extending its footprint in the North American market. We are currently searching for a driven Project Manager with a fervor for ensuring success in plant process engineering and capital projects within the food manufacturing sector.

This exciting opportunity comes with remote work options and allows for placement in various locations, including South Jersey, Salt Lake City, Utah, Houston Texas & Southern Connecticut. If you are eager to contribute to the growth of an industry leader, this role provides a chance to excel in a dynamic and expanding environment.

Job Summary:

As a key player reporting directly to the VP of Operations for Bridor North America, the Project Manager will be instrumental in managing and ensuring the success of New Plant Construction projects crucial to Bridor's growth, specifically requiring experience in food manufacturing Plant Construction and engineering design. From overseeing new facility designs to leading on-site construction and start-up activities, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the core of our production operations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end execution of capital projects, aligning timelines, budgets, and technical scopes with Bridor's goals, while formally adhering to budgets and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to define project goals, responsibilities, and agreements.
• Oversee on-site construction and start-up activities in our state-of-the-art Industrial Baking Plants.
• Drive the success of manufacturing processes at a commercial scale, addressing staffing needs, technical development, and more.
• Prioritize safety in project development and execution, ensuring the safe implementation of capital projects.
• Lead troubleshooting during commissioning and startup, covering technology transfer, validation, safety inspection, training, and production ramp-up.
• Prepare, review, and revise design basis and engineering packages for capital projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience overseeing manufacturing construction projects, preferably in the industrial baking manufacturing industry
• Strong technical background in construction oversight, engineering design, food processing equipment layout, and control systems
• Proven ability to define problems, take initiative, and prioritize objectives across multiple projects
• Excellent organizational, communication, and team-building skills
• Experience with formal budget and timeline adherence
• Strong contract negotiation skills and vendor management expertise
• Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced work environment
• PMP certification or similar project management certifications desired
• Professional Civil Engineering License desired
• CAD model and design drawing preparation expertise is desired
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, with flexibility for a work arrangement that may include frequent travel to each facility or planned facility locations.

Join us at Bridor and become a valuable part of a team that's shaping the future of baking worldwide. Your expertise as a Capital Project Manager will be pivotal in driving our expansion and success in the North American market, and we welcome candidates interested in flexible working arrangements.