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Lead the delivery of complex capital projects that strengthen and expand Perdue AgriBusiness operations. As a Senior Engineering Project Manager, you will guide large scale engineering initiatives across grain handling, oilseed processing, refining, feed, and value-added facilities, managing projects from concept and capital approval through construction, commissioning, and final closeout. In this role, you will partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Environmental, Safety, Quality, Purchasing, Finance, and external contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with operational and financial goals. This position is ideal for a strategic, results driven leader who excels at managing complex projects, collaborating across teams, and delivering high impact infrastructure that supports long term operational success.
Job Responsibility:
Lead multi-disciplinary capital projects in support of capacity expansion, modernization, safety, reliability, and cost reduction initiatives across PAB facilities
Develop, maintain, and execute Project Execution Plans (PEPs), Project Management Plans (PMPs), schedules, and budgets in accordance with Perdue capital governance requirements
Serve as the primary owner of project outcomes, from feasibility and basis of design through commissioning, maintenance spare parts, and operational handoff
Establish and manage approved capital budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
Maintain accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle
Lead formal change control processes, including scope, cost, and schedule impacts, ensuring proper documentation and approvals
Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect safety, cost, schedule, and operational performance
Coordinate engineering design development, reviews, and approvals to ensure constructability, operability, and compliance with Perdue standards
Collaborate with plant operations and maintenance teams to ensure designs support long term reliability and safe operation
Oversee construction, installation, and commissioning activities to ensure assets are delivered by design intent and operational requirements
Champion Perdue's safety culture by enforcing safe work practices, contractor safety expectations, and site-specific safety plans
Ensure compliance with environmental permitting, regulatory requirements, food safety considerations, and internal corporate policies
Coordinate with Environmental, Safety, and Quality teams throughout project planning and execution
Lead bid package development, contractor selection, and vendor evaluations in partnership with Purchasing and Legal
Manage contractor performance related to safety, quality, schedule, and cost
Serve as the primary interface between plant leadership, corporate stakeholders, and external partners
Provide regular project updates, forecasts, and risk assessments to leadership
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or related discipline)
8–12+ years of progressive experience managing capital or engineering projects in industrial, manufacturing, agricultural, or food processing environments
Demonstrated experience leading multimillion dollar capital projects
Strong knowledge of project controls, budgeting, scheduling, change management, and contractor oversight
Proven ability to lead cross functional teams and work effectively in plant environments
Nice to have:
Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience in grain, oilseed, feed, refining, or bulk material handling operations
Familiarity with environmental permitting, safety regulations, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing settings
Experience with project management, financial, and reporting tools (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, ERP systems)