Project Lead - Special Projects

Kraft Heinz; Illinois; On-site; USD 142,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k plan

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Life insurance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is hiring a Project Lead for HDM in Chicago to coordinate capital maintenance and engineering projects. You will oversee full project lifecycles, drive cost estimation, execution, commissioning, and closeout, while ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery across multiple sites.

The role demands a BS in Engineering, 5–7 years of full-cycle project management, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. Expect up to 50% travel and a performance-based bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school or related field is required.
• 5-7 years of experience of full cycle project management experience.
• Experience in capital project governance, vendor management, project scheduling, risk management, leadership, communication, and experience managing multiple concurrent capital projects across several sites.
• Strong background in mechanical and hydraulic systems, packaging methods, and materials, electronics and computer applications, and electrical systems.
• Ability to work to flexible schedule including days, afternoons, midnights, and overtime as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to Direct/Lead/Manage cross functional teams on large capital project/programs of $20MM or more.
• Traveling up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• To ensure projects are completed on time within budget or with successful attainment of objectives.
• Lead capital projects through the full project lifecycle, including front end development, cost estimating, execution, commissioning, startup and project close out.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, efficiency and lifecycle cost
• Completes specific phases or aspects of the project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans and product testing.
• Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.
• Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
• Prepares interim and completion project reports.
• Provide functional and technical support to the factories to minimize production and maintenance problems.
• Apply engineering expertise to equipment design, problems solving, and quality improvement.
• Support PRC and key support projects as technical advisor or project manager.
• In every activity, use the principles of TQM "To do the job right the first time" This includes establishing requirements and the process maps necessary to meet the customer's requirements and all things done right the first time.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Vendor management

Scheduling

Risk management

Communication

Leadership

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

TheProject Lead- HDMcoordinates and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration and completion of capital maintenance and engineering projects within the area of assigned responsibility by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Job Description

• To ensure projects are completed on time within budget or with successful attainment of objectives.

• Lead capital projects through the full project lifecycle, including front end development, cost estimating, execution, commissioning, startup and project close out.

• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, efficiency and lifecycle cost

• Completes specific phases or aspects of the project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans and product testing.

• Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.

• Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.

• Prepares interim and completion project reports.

• Provide functional and technical support to the factories to minimize production and maintenance problems.

• Apply engineering expertise to equipment design, problems solving, and quality improvement.

• Support PRC and key support projects as technical advisor or project manager.

• In every activity, use the principles of TQM "To do the job right the first time" This includes establishing requirements and the process maps necessary to meet the customer's requirements and all things done right the first time.

Expected Experience & Required Skills:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school or related field is required

• 5-7 years of experience of full cycle project management experience

• Experience in capital project governance, vendor management, project scheduling, risk management, leadership, communication, and experience managing multiple concurrent capital projects across several sites.

• Strong background in mechanical and hydraulic systems, packaging methods, and materials, electronics and computer applications, and electrical systems.

• Ability to work to flexible schedule including days, afternoons, midnights, and overtime as needed.

• Demonstrated ability to Direct/Lead/Manage cross functional teams on large capital project/programs of $20MM or more.

• Traveling up to 50%

Work Environment & Schedule

This position is considered a Normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces. Additionally, this role requires normal working hours. Up to 50% travel required across North America.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz's strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$141,500.00 - $176,900.00

Bonus:

This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

This compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Benefits:

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing:

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center

Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.