Facilities Project Manager - West Des Moines, IA

Facilities Project Manager – West Des Moines, IA

Position:
Facilities Project Manager

Location:

West Des Moines, IA

Reports To:

Associate Director of Projects

Last Revision Date: 9/9/2025

• We believe in doing the right thing every day, operating with character and integrity, and being stewards of our resources by committing to:
• Our Animals
• Our People
• Our Environment
• Our Community
• The core values of an organization are those values we hold which form the foundation on which we perform work and conduct ourselves. We expect all leaders, managers, and employees to demonstrate, foster and promote:
• Respect:
  We treat people with respect regardless of personal opinions or differing backgrounds, and no one within the organization is more or less important than anyone else
• Accountability:
  We hold ourselves accountable for completing our job responsibilities and following through on our commitments. We encompass our ability to recognize our own strengths and areas for improvement as well as accept responsibility for the performance and actions of ourselves and our teams without blaming others.
• Good Decision-Making:
  We are expected to continuously improve processes, attain results, and create efficiencies to achieve our mission while solving problems based on a combination of factual information, analysis, wisdom, and experience.
• Flexibility:
  We must react to changing circumstances, ambiguity and uncertainty with confidence, openness, positive energy, and optimism.

• Oversee and manage medium to large-scale maintenance projects that may impact one or multiple farms, ensuring completion on time, on scope, within budget, and with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Provide routine reporting on the status of each assigned project, including progress, risks, and next steps, to maintain transparency and accountability.
• Coordinate with farm operations, maintenance staff, and vendors to deliver projects that align with organizational goals while upholding safety, biosecurity, and environmental standards.

• Project Oversight & Execution:
  Lead medium to large-scale maintenance projects from planning through completion, ensuring milestones, deadlines, budgets, and scope are met. Develop and adjust project plans, allocate resources, and align all efforts with Iowa Select Farms’ goals for infrastructure improvement, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Team & Vendor Coordination:
  Collaborate with farm operations, maintenance staff, and contractors to assign tasks, manage workflows, and maintain clear communication. Provide leadership and direction to ensure projects meet operational needs while upholding safety, biosecurity, and animal welfare standards.
• Performance, Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to stay on track. Conduct site inspections to ensure quality workmanship, adherence to safety guidelines, and compliance with regulations and environmental standards.
• Budget & Resource Management:
  Manage project budgets and expenses, working closely with purchasing and supply chain teams to secure materials and resources in a timely manner. Review and approve work orders, purchase orders, and documentation to support efficient execution.
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement:
  Provide regular updates and progress reports to senior leadership, highlighting key milestones, risks, and next steps. Evaluate completed projects to identify process improvements, cost-saving opportunities, and lessons learned for future projects.
• Leadership & Development:
  Model Iowa Select Farms’ core values of respect, accountability, and sound decision‑making. Mentor and support team members to build skill, confidence, and professional growth within the maintenance function.

• Adhere to Iowa Select Farms bio‐security policy at all times which includes reporting any violations or concerns to the management team.
• Compliance with Iowa Select Farms safety policies and procedures which includes continuous education to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow Iowa Select Farms animal wellbeing policy at…