Industrial Project Manager: Plant Expansions & Upgrades

Buffalo Biodiesel, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead multiple capital improvement and plant expansion initiatives in Buffalo, NY.

You will oversee projects from planning through completion, coordinating with company leadership to align goals, timelines, and budgets. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial project management, strong problem-solving skills, and a solid background in engineering within manufacturing or chemical processing environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline (MBA a plus).
• 5+ years of project management experience in industrial, manufacturing, or chemical processing plants.
• Familiarity with PNG infrastructure, regulatory codes, and environmental compliance.
• Proficient in engineering design software; highly organized with strong analytical capabilities.
• Occasional travel to regional sites for project oversight.

Responsibilities

• Direct the full lifecycle of multiple concurrent engineering, capital improvement, and facility expansion projects.
• Collaborate with the owner and plant teams to define goals, timelines, materials, and labor needs.
• Monitor budgets and manage capital expenditures to prevent cost overruns.
• Ensure all engineering work, modifications, and installations meet OSHA, DEC, and PNG codes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Industrial engineering

Regulatory compliance

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical)

Job description

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead multiple capital improvement and plant expansion initiatives in Buffalo, NY.

You will oversee projects from planning through completion, coordinating with company leadership to align goals, timelines, and budgets. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial project management, strong problem-solving skills, and a solid background in engineering within manufacturing or chemical processing environments.