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.