Project Engineering Manager

Job Title:
Project Engineering Manager

Location:
Ashland, KY

Salary: $125-155K plus bonus

Job Summary of the Project Engineering Manager: As a Project Engineering Manager, you'll apply expertise in science and math to lead and execute large-scale, complex technical projects within the food industry. You will lead a team of engineers either directly or indirectly, and oversee the design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Project Engineering Manager:

• Develop engineering designs, material specs, and project cost estimates.

• Conducts feasibility studies and economic analysis to support designs.

• Ensure designs meet required standards and codes and validate field work and create as-built drawings.

• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and completeness.

• Manage project execution by directing vendors and contractors.

• Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors.

• Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans.

• Partner with vendors and contractors to plan layouts and meet utility requirements.

• Review consultant work and recommend adjustments and maintain documentation (manuals, drawings, specs, etc.) and vendor contacts.

• Conduct planning and reviews during pre-project phases.

• Define scope of work, prepare and evaluate proposals.

• Submit regular reports to management on project status.

• Manage contract administration and reviews bid packages.

• Prepare project documents (budget analyses, plans, schedules, etc.) and monitor installations to ensure they meet specifications and stay within budget.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Project Engineering Manager:

• 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.

• 2+ years' experience in a position of leadership including 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 AutoCAD.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.

• Ability to travel to other locations. (50% of the time).

• 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.

• Proficient in engineering economics a plus.

• 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, preferred.