Project Manager

Overview Track project progress, cost, financial performance. At JBT Marel, what we do matters , we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business. Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation. Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation. You will report to the Director of Product Line. The Opportunity We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Project Team in Kingston, NY. In this role, you will manage multiple OEM projects from order process to startup, including the coordination of materials and personnel within JBT, with external suppliers, and on-site at customer locations. Manage the detailed technical schedule and financial performance of the project to deliver a quality product on time and within the project budget. Serve as the primary internal contact for Customers, Engineering, Sales, Service, Manufacturing, and Purchasing for the life cycle of the project. Responsibilities Participate in established proposal/budget/project review meetings with multiple departments, including Product Line Director, Product Manager, Applications Engineering, Design Engineering, Operations, Sales, and others. In these meetings, Applications Engineering defines the configuration, and you identify possible risks of the project in the quotation stage. The goal of these reviews is to help ensure a satisfied customer and to achieve booked gross margin dollar targets. Track project progress, cost, financial performance. Serve as the primary contact between JBT Marel and the customer upon Order Entry. Manage customer expectations for scope of work, project schedule, and buyer/seller responsibilities. Confirm the customer's agreement/completion of their mechanical and production startup responsibilities. Build and maintain a positive relationship with customers and suppliers associated with assigned projects. Co‑develop and then manage project schedules to ensure on‑time completion of contractually required project milestones. These milestones include final delivery of equipment, installation, mechanical start‑up, and production start‑up. Participate in on‑site customer kick‑off meetings and pre‑installation meetings for projects as needed and as appropriate. Participate on‑site as needed and as appropriate to achieve project success. Resolve field installation problems by maintaining close contact with customers, applications engineering, Customer Care, warehouse, supplier, and others as needed. Manage and communicate the active punch list of issues during a project installation phase. Coordinate timely corrective action with internal and external resources while minimizing cost impact to the project. Arrange change orders as appropriate. Learn and master the current ERP system (Syteline) and any changes therein. Ensure that project cost tracking and forecasted spending are updated in the ERP systems accurately and on a timely basis. Provide a monthly forecast of expected project completion, costs, COV and final gross margin. Arrange post‑project reviews. Measure customer satisfaction with the order to start‑up process. Evaluate all task margins/issues. Create and implement long‑term corrective action plans in collaboration with Engineering Leadership. Route warranty issues to Product Manager and Director. Responsible for updating CAD drawings and assisting with site layout configuration. Requirements / Knowledge / Skills Strong organizational, negotiating, planning and influencing skills, verbal and written. Experience in supplier/procurement processes. Prior experience with an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Critical thinking skills to interpret and use information from a variety of sources and interpret highly technical concepts. Ability to develop, monitor, analyze, and control project budgets. Good organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and thrive in a change‑oriented, fast‑paced, high‑stress environment where schedules, deadlines, and customer demands can shift priorities. Ability to read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings. Leadership and team‑building experience with the ability to integrate a diverse group of people to achieve objectives. Ability to shift style and effectively interface with co‑workers, customers, and suppliers. Well‑structured and organized problem‑solving/root cause analysis skills. Preventive and corrective action skills. Strong reporting and presentation skills. Ability to travel as needed. Minimum three years' experience with Project Management in a capital equipment environment. Preferred BS Degree in Engineering or Project Management. Certification in Project Management (PMP through PMI or equivalent). Knowledge of industrial food processing environment. Technical background in manufacturing, fabrication, construction, and service disciplines. Working knowledge of Syteline 9 business system software. Ability to establish relationships and support Customer Care and Applications Engineering teams at site with suppliers and parts. Minimum three years' experience with Project Management in a capital equipment environment. Compensation Range $101,250 – $129,000 – salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience. Scope Of Responsibility / Accountability Receive directions from manager to set broad goals. Show creativity and new ideas. Meet quality requirements without sacrificing safety, cost and delivery goals. Work with multiple departments to recommend methods to control job cost and non‑conformances. Must be willing to travel to site to assist with project execution and pre‑installation. Supervisory Responsibility Direct some aspects of field technician task work on a dotted line basis during equipment installation and startup activities. Manage non‑JBT Marel site crews on a direct basis during the equipment build and installation process. Financial Responsibility Project sales value averages $1.0 million each. Manage approximately 5‑15 projects at any given time. Work Environment and Physical Demands Require travel to customer sites, predominantly in the US, Mexico, and Canada, and will average up to 50% of the time. Travel can be sporadic. Exposed to possible hazards, including heavy equipment and shop traffic. Sites typically have indoor environments that are often wet and refrigerated to a temperature of 30‑40° F. Frequent sitting and operating computer. Frequent walking and standing. Must work in a field environment meeting customers, engineers, suppliers, account managers, field technicians, and others. Benefits Medical, Dental, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan. Commitment to Diversity Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative. Equal Opportunity Employment JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr