Senior Project Manager - Industrial, Process & Agribusiness

KFI Engineers; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

KFI Engineers is seeking a Senior Project Manager for the Industrial, Process & Agribusiness (IPA) department. This role leads complex projects, mentors staff, and supports business development across a multi-office environment in the Midwest.

The successful candidate will manage scope, schedule, and budget, ensure client satisfaction, and foster a collaborative team culture while applying engineering principles to oilseed processing and related industrial projects. Travel up to 15% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum fifteen years of professional experience.
• Experience in Oilseed Processing, Biofuels, Agribusiness, or industrial processing projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and participates in engineering of projects to meet quality, satisfaction and financial objectives.
• Manages project execution, schedules, budgets, and invoicing accuracy.
• Provides staff direction, performance reviews, and mentoring.
• Contributes to business development through proposals and client meetings.
• Leads department resource planning and process improvements as IPA leadership.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Design software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CAD/Engineering tools

Job description

Department: Industrial, Process & Agribusiness (IPA)

Reporting Relationship: Director, IPA

Location: Roseville, MN; Minnetonka, MN; Cincinnati, OH; Cedar Rapids, IA; or Fargo, ND

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

The Senior Project Manager plays a key role in the successful management of industrial projects and the development of staff. This individual will provide technical and engineering leadership. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed – both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also create a dynamic team environment by mentoring and coaching colleagues and fostering a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers, thereby clearly articulating KFI’s value proposition and unique differentiators.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Oversees and participates in the engineering of projects in the department to assure that KFI quality, customer satisfaction and financial objectives are met.
• Actively manages assigned projects, driving them to completion. This will require a combination of strong delegation and follow-up, combined with personal execution of work as needed.
• Applies principles from science to engineering designs and problems while supporting other departments/disciplines.
• Manages project execution, schedules, and budgets, and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of invoicing and billing activity.
• Ensures that new opportunities are properly defined and scoped. Actively contributes to all aspects of the business development process (i.e., proposals and customer meetings).
• Manages staff, provides overall direction, and facilitates goal setting and performance reviews. Conducts one-on-one meetings with staff as required.
• Allocates department resources to assure effective utilization and development of staff.
• Ensures the development and coaching of the talent needed to meet current and future organization goals.
• Takes an active role in departmental resource planning, strategy, hiring, and process improvements as a member of the IPA department leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.
• Minimum of fifteen years' professional experience.
• 10+ years experience in the engineering of Oilseed Processing, Biofuels, Agribusiness, and/or various industrial processing operations projects in the department to assure that KFI quality, customer satisfaction and financial objectives are met.
• Demonstrated strong proficiency in design and construction phase support services.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills to enable effective development and leadership of Designers, Engineers and Project Managers.
• Superior project management skills and knowledge of related tools and processes.
• Strong influencing skills and demonstrated maturity and self-confidence to work with senior business leaders and customers.
• Be naturally collaborative and possess the ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations.
• Be self-directed but thrive in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application, including MS Office and design software common to industrial facility engineering.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or willingness to pursue this designation.
• Experience in consulting engineering.

Working Conditions

• Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites.
• Travel: May include up to 15% domestic travel.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Managing People

• Develops employees’ skills and encourages growth.
• Consistently provides timely feedback to employees.
• Delegates effectively, providing clear direction and authority to act.

At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Virtual health services
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
• Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage

Salary Range: $130,000 - $163,000. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications, experience, work location, and education. This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans and Disabilities