Small Project Manager

Requisition ID : 495293
Job Description
IFF has a great opportunity for a Small Project Manager in Memphis, TN! Join our team!
The Project Manager is the single point of accountability for the end-to-end execution of assigned Capital projects in the range of $1M to $5M and may execute projects up to $10M.
Working with leadership, technology, maintenance, operations, engineering, safety and quality, the Project Manager is accountable to the site(s) for capital projects implementation, status reporting and optimal utilization of site team/external engineering in compliance with site(s) and corporate work processes.
Project Manager is Leverageable and could be responsible for several projects across multiple sites in a country or responsible for Small Projects as Site Minor Program Leader at the same site.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinates with Project Sponsor and Divisional Engineering Director to develop Business Objectives Letter.
• Leads and provides input into developing the project objectives.
• Coordinates with and the Site Engineering Manager / Regional Engineering Manager to develop project execution strategy and priorities to support achievement of business objectives, and Finance to develop project economic model to support project justification and prioritization.
• Provides leadership for an effective and cohesive team by ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly understood, team member workloads are reasonable, cross-function communications are adequate for both internal and external members.
• Defines and analyzes Key Performance Indicators to ensure overall performance expectations for the project are met and communicates results to the steering team and appropriate functional leaders. Works with Process Engineers / Manufacturing Technology for developing strong Basic Data.
• Ensures all the required EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) reviews are held, and Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements are incorporated into the facility design and installation.
• Engages Process Hazard Analysis experts when needed.
• Understands Front-End Loading (FEL) process.
• Leads the team in identifying non-cap alternatives or lower capital options, evaluating scope options, conducting risks analyses, and developing mitigation plans.
• Engages early and independently with Sourcing organization during FEL to align on Contracting and Procurement strategies.
• Responsible for the safe execution of all field construction activities leveraging, when needed, Construction Management through Engineering contractors.
• Prepares preliminary construction safety plan.
• Applies Life Saving Principles and applicable EHS standards.
• Actively pursues continuous improvement in EHS and pursues the interdependent state of project team.
• Leads Job Safety Analysis/Safe Work Permit development and "toolbox" meetings prior to contractor work.
• Performs meaningful safety audits and tracks safety observations.
• Structures the estimate using the appropriate scope breakdowns e.g., Design Areas, WBS (Work Breakdown Structure), construction packages.
• Scheduling - Develops and maintains integrated project schedule.
• Runs critical path analysis to adjust project team efforts and keep project on track.
• Cost Control - Prepares funding requests and establishes baseline forecasts for monthly capital and non-cap expenditures.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor or Master's degree, or equivalent technical experience in Engineering fields: Process / Chemical Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Bio-Tech, Food Technology Engineering.
• Good understanding of the Stage Gated Model of Capital Execution process (CEP)
• Demonstrated Ability to effectively self-manage and prioritize multiple Tasks.
• Demonstrated Ability to lead and work effectively with diverse Teams.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in capital project management and implementing projects in active operating/production areas.
• Construction Safety Rules & Regulations (OSHA 510 or equivalent)
• Project Manager Professional (PMP) Certification is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills.

We are a global leader in taste, scent and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
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