Project Manager - Manufacturing Capital Projects (Food & Beverage)
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Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.
Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at foth.com/careers.
Foth is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager – Consumer Products to lead capital and improvement projects for manufacturing clients in the Food & Beverage industry. This role serves as the primary client interface and is responsible for the successful execution of multi-discipline engineering projects from scope development through installation and start-up. This position will be working out of our Green Bay, WI; Madison, WI; Milwaukee, WI; Minneapolis, MN; Jackson, TN; Columbia, SC; Chicago, IL; or US-Based Remote location.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary client interface, leading scope development, proposal support, issue resolution, and long-term client relationship management
- Lead the planning and execution of multi-discipline capital projects, ensuring delivery within budget, schedule, and contractual requirements
- Direct and manage project teams, subcontractors, and vendors; anticipate staffing needs and provide performance feedback
- Manage project scope, including documentation and execution of approved changes
- Coordinate procurement of equipment, materials, and installation services, including bid evaluation and contract awards
- Partner with construction management to support installation, technical check-out, and start-up activities; coordinate OEMs and contractors as needed
- Develop and promote adherence to project-specific safety plans and applicable Foth and client safety standards
- Identify execution efficiencies and support business development opportunities through strong project delivery
- Travel as required (approximately 25–35%)
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical experience
- Industry experience in Food & Beverage manufacturing
- 5+ years of project management experience
- Capital project experience and multi-discipline team leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in the food or beverage industry
- 7+ years of Project Management experience
- Project Management Professional Certification or ability to obtain
- Professional Engineer license
- Success working in a consultant environment
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