Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

City :
St. Louis State :
Missouri (US-MO) Country :
United States (US)

Requisition Number : 42483

A Day in the Life:

The Project Manager will lead or participate in the safe design and construction of both Greenfield and existing facility projects for Bunge in the North American region. The design and construction must align with strategic initiatives, and maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local code requirements in Canada and the United States. Associated work will include collaboration on or leadership of in-house design in concert with engineering firms for the successful completion of projects, utilizing a stage-gated approach.

The incumbent will be responsible for engaging in all categories of projects, including:
Project Execution, Engineering, Procurement, Project Controls, Risk, Business and Commercial, Information Management, Health-Safety-Environment, Quality, Staffing, and Operations. Qualified candidates will coordinate with other corporate and support entities in the categories to manage capital projects that could exceed $5M each. The incumbent will interface with senior level stakeholders on a regular basis.

What You'll Be Doing:

* Assist with preparation and/or oversight of the development of design and feasibility studies for projects at BNA or greenfield facilities using a steadfast stage-gated project management approach

* Develop and review project cost estimates and direct modifications as appropriate and required

* Prepare and/or review budgets for expenditures on outside consulting engineers and regularly review the work of consultants

* Review equipment specification recommendations and review construction bid packages

* Prepare and/or review and monitor controls on scheduling and project costs

* Prepare and/or assemble periodic project reports and engineering activities summaries for projects he/she is managing

* Work with the Senior Project Managers to evaluate, plan and develop capital expenditure projects

* Ensure capital and expense projects are aligned with business unit objectives and completed safely within scope, schedule and budget

* Manage project submission process to include evaluation of projects, review of proposals and advise on project feasibility

* Provide assistance to plant locations in identifying and developing projects resulting in added profit or cost savings

* Communicate and model good business practices that support the company's core values.

Management/Leadership Responsibilities:

* Visioning and Alignment:
Engages others by communicating a picture of future possibilities and shared purpose to work collectively toward common objectives

* Strategic Thinking:
Analyzes and applies a broad organizational and business perspective to identify and maintain focus on key drivers of organizational performance.

* Talent Management:
Maximizes colleague capabilities by collaborating fluidly, providing ongoing feedback, and suggesting opportunities for growth and development.

* Relationship Management:
Builds trusting, productive relationships with internal/external customers, team members, colleagues and stakeholders through transparent, genuine, influential communications.

* Business Management:
Demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, improve and execute activities related to business operations.

* Organizational Perspective:
Adopts a systemic perspective, defining and leveraging the ideas, resources and unique perspectives of Bunge's diverse local and global groups.

* Change and

Innovation: Actively supports exploration of new ideas, calculated risk-taking and choices/initiatives that can make a significant impact.

* Performance and Results Orientation:
Maintains focus on key performance drivers, continuously improves processes, and consistently delivers results.

Education & Experience Requirements :

* Bachelor's degree in engineering required;
Mechanical, Chemical, or Agricultural related engineering preferred.

* Industry Expertise: A proven track record and comprehensive understanding within one or more of the following sectors is essential:
Grain Handling, Oilseeds Processing, Agriculture, Biofuels, Bio-Products, Pulp and Paper, Food and Beverage, or…