Senior Project Director - Capital Programs (Remote)

Olsen Associates has joined Foth; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Foth, a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Project Director to lead complex capital programs. Based in Green Bay, WI, or any of our 32 locations, or fully remote within the United States, you will shape execution strategies and guide multi-discipline teams for major Food & Beverage and Paper & Converting clients.

This role requires deep capital program experience, ability to travel 25-35%, and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical experience.
• 15+ years of capital project experience, including leading multi‑discipline teams.
• Proven success managing complex projects exceeding $10M+ or similar scale/scope.
• Demonstrated ability to lead client engagements and influence senior‑level stakeholders.
• Program management experience overseeing multiple related projects within a broader capital program, ensuring consistent delivery and alignment with client objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior client interface for major capital programs, leading scope definition, execution strategy, proposal support, and long‑term relationship management. Communicate project expectations and technical information clearly with clients and internal teams
• Lead large, complex, multi‑discipline capital projects from concept through start‑up, ensuring performance in safety, quality, schedule, cost, and contractual compliance
• Provide executive oversight for internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors. Guide staffing strategies, mentor project managers and project engineers, and support strong overall team performance
• Oversee project controls including scope management, risk identification and mitigation, document control, scheduling, cost management, and use of project management software
• Direct procurement and contracting strategies for major equipment, materials, and services, including application of T&M, Lump Sum, and GMP contracting methods
• Partner with construction management to support installation, technical check‑out, commissioning, and start‑up, including coordination with OEMs and contractors
• Lead teams through change by building alignment, fostering trust, and driving positive transitions across project phases
• Apply strong analytical, facilitation, and organizational problem‑solving skills to evaluate project challenges and make sound, timely decisions
• Champion project and site safety culture, ensuring compliance with all Foth and client safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery by identifying execution efficiencies, advancing best practices, and contributing thought leadership
• Support business development efforts by strengthening client relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and contributing to strategic pursuits
• Travel as required (approximately 25–35 percent)

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Capital project execution

Multi-disciplinary team leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical experience

Job description

Foth, a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Project Director to lead complex capital programs. Based in Green Bay, WI, or any of our 32 locations, or fully remote within the United States, you will shape execution strategies and guide multi-discipline teams for major Food & Beverage and Paper & Converting clients.

This role requires deep capital program experience, ability to travel 25-35%, and a track record of influencing senior stakeholders.