2 openings, travel as needed. Upper Midwest location strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
Position Description
Project oriented work program.
The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of
Engineering Food/Beverage client project through all phases of the
project including: planning, preliminary design, scope development, quoting & estimating,
scheduling, subcontractor communication & coordination, progress monitoring & reporting, and
budget tracking from project kick-off through final acceptance testing.
Develop client relationships to promote continuing / future project work opportunities.
Serve as an advisor, team leader and resource to project staff to resolve technical or operational
problems.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Responsibilities include overseeing project management for food and beverage sector
projects from concept through client acceptance. Provide lead interface with customer.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates detailed phases of the project execution
through customer acceptance and closeout.
• Responsible for overall project deliverables (safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality,
communication, information management, customer acceptance, etc.).
• Responsible for building and maintaining internal and external relationships to ensure
collaboration, cooperation, and communication throughout the project.
• Ensure projects are executed in compliance with Sharpe and/or Customer workflow and
design standards.
• Ensure that every project is managed to maximize customer satisfaction
o Ensure project quality control plan is in effect and followed
o Ensure punch list is completed to customer’s satisfaction
o Submit project change orders to customers within a week of request
o Prepare, compete and submit O&M manuals to clients by FAT
• Leads the schedule, design, and cost estimate review process for assigned projects.
• Manages the development of execution plans and manages installation through startup
activities.
• Assists in the competitive bidding process for the procurement of equipment and
construction, including conducting pre-bid and post-bid meetings.
• Manages project engineers, construction administrators, and/or contractors during
various phases of project executions.
Senior Project Manager – Food/Beverage Production, Processing and Packaging Systems
Requirements and Qualifications
• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Engineering preferred or equivalent combination of food
engineering experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and
abilities.
• Minimum of 10 years related experience with at least 5 years in project management
required.
• Ability to perform as a technical lead in mechanical, process, electrical, or packaging
engineering discipline.
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Must have proficiency with MS Project or equivalent project management software.
• PMP Certification required within two years of being hired.
• Good facilitator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attentiveness to detail, follow-up procedures, and documentation of action. Proficient in
time management and personal organization.
• Travel is required.
