Project Manager V-CA

Kids for the Future; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 154,300 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision - employee 100

401(k) with company match

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Blentech Corporation in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a Project Manager V to oversee our most strategic, multi-million-dollar projects from concept to commissioning. You will bridge executive strategy with shop-floor execution and own high-stakes decision-making within a global account framework.

Responsibilities include leading complex programs, driving growth with key customers, and maintaining P&L ownership while mentoring junior PMs and optimizing processes across the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years of PM experience in capital equipment, industrial manufacturing, or heavy engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; MBA preferred.
• PMP certification is required; Lean Six Sigma or similar is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Program Leadership: Lead the most complex, high-risk, or first-of-its-kind systems from Sales hand-off through commissioning.
• Account Growth & Advocacy: Partner with global customers, identifying opportunities for expanded scope and long-term partnership during the build cycle.
• Advanced Financial Oversight: Full P&L responsibility for assigned projects; analyze margin trends and implement cost-saving strategies.
• Process Optimization: Mentor Level I-III PMs; identify bottlenecks in Concept to Commissioning workflow and champion improvements.
• High-Stakes Coordination: Orchestrate multi-phase logistics and installation schedules across borders and complex sites.

Skills

Program leadership

Global accounts

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Education

BS in Engineering

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

• Location 2899 DOWD DR,Santa Rosa, CA, 95407,United States
• Base Pay $154,300.00 - $168,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Project Management
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 50%
• Manage Others No

• Phone [phone]

Are you an expert at navigating complex projects from "Concept to Commissioning"? Blentech Corporation, a world leader in custom food processing technology, is a seeking Project Manager V. At Blentech, we don't just build machines; we build high-performance systems for the world’s most recognizable food brands. We need a strategic heavyweight leader who doesn't just manage high-value projects but elevates our entire project delivery standard.

The Role: The Architect of Project Excellence

As a Project Manager V, you will oversee our most critical, multi-million-dollar global accounts. You are the bridge between executive strategy and shop-floor execution, responsible for high-stakes decision-making and the continuous improvement of our project management lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Program Leadership: Lead the most complex, high-risk, or "first-of-its-kind" systems from Sales hand-off through commissioning
• Account Growth & Advocacy: Act as a strategic partner to global customers, identifying opportunities for expanded scope and long-term partnership during the build cycle
• Advanced Financial Oversight: Full P&L responsibility for assigned projects. You will analyze margin trends and implement cost‑saving strategies across the project portfolio
• Process Optimization: Serve as a mentor to Level I-III PMs. You will identify bottlenecks in our "Concept to Commissioning" workflow and champion process improvements
• High-Stakes Coordination: Orchestrate massive, multi-phase logistics and installation schedules that require precision timing across international borders and complex site conditions

What You Bring to the Team

• Experience: 12-15+ years of PM experience in capital equipment, industrial manufacturing, or heavy engineering. You have a proven track record of managing $5M+ individual project budgets
• Education: BS in Engineering or a related technical field is required; an MBA or advanced degree is preferred
• Technical Authority: You possess a deep understanding of stainless‑steel fabrication, automation integration, and thermodynamics. You can troubleshoot complex issues alongside Engineering and Fabrication teams
• Certifications: PMP certification is required; Lean Six Sigma or similar process‑improvement certification is a strong plus
• Expert Influence: You are a master negotiator. You can navigate difficult conversations with C‑suite executives and not just react to shifts in priorities; you anticipate them and build contingency plans to lead diverse teams through high‑pressure timelines
• Strategic Adaptability: You keep the organization on track

Summary

What We offer

• Pay Range: $154,300 - $168,000
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision for the employee are 100% company paid and $150.00 annual boot allowance

• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company match after 6 months of employment
• Growth: Opportunities to travel to customer sites and oversee the startup of cutting‑edge food processing facilities
• Schedule: Full‑Time, on‑site in Santa Rosa, CA. Weekend/evening work and travel will be required based on project needs

• A collaborative culture with customized career development tracks designed to help you grow with us
• Schedule: Full‑Time, on‑site in Santa Rosa, CA
• Travel: Up to 50% travel, Domestic and International

We are not accepting international candidates and are not open to recruiters.

Blentech Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment relationships are at‑will, and job descriptions are subject to change at management's discretion.