Engineering Project Manager: Manufacturing Capital Projects

Foth; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Foth, a 100% member-owned science and engineering firm based in Wisconsin, seeks an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead capital and improvement projects for manufacturing clients in paper-related industries. You will serve as the primary client interface and oversee scope, schedule, and budget from development through start-up.

Based remotely within the U.S. or in office locations, you will coordinate multi-discipline teams, manage procurement, and ensure safety and quality standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of project management experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in paper making, converting, packaging industries.
• Experience leading multi-discipline project teams through planning, design, procurement, construction, and start-up.
• PM certifications such as PMP and PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact for project activities, including scope development, proposal support, conflict resolution, and long-term relationship management
• Lead the planning and execution of multi-discipline capital projects, ensuring successful delivery within budget, schedule, and contractual requirements
• Manage all phases of project execution, including scope definition, engineering, procurement, construction support, commissioning, and start-up
• Direct and coordinate engineering teams, subcontractors, vendors, OEM service representatives, and contractors to achieve project objectives
• Manage project scope and ensure all changes are properly documented, evaluated, and executed
• Coordinate procurement activities, including bid solicitation, evaluation, contract awards, and equipment purchasing strategies
• Partner closely with construction management resources during installation, technical check-out, and start-up activities
• Develop and promote compliance with project-specific safety plans and Foth and client safety standards
• Anticipate project challenges and work collaboratively with clients, engineering teams, OEMs, and contractors to identify and implement corrective actions
• Identify opportunities for improved project execution, operational efficiency, and future business development
• Participate in client-facing presentations, project reviews, and proposal development efforts
• Travel as required for project planning, design reviews, installations, start-ups, and troubleshooting activities (approximately 25-35%)

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client interface

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

PMP certification

PE license

Job description

Foth, a 100% member-owned science and engineering firm based in Wisconsin, seeks an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead capital and improvement projects for manufacturing clients in paper-related industries. You will serve as the primary client interface and oversee scope, schedule, and budget from development through start-up.

Based remotely within the U.S. or in office locations, you will coordinate multi-discipline teams, manage procurement, and ensure safety and quality standards