Sr. Project Manager - Project Development - Design-Build

BW Design Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development resources

Mentorship programs

Flexible work environment

Job summary

A leading design consultancy in Atlanta is seeking a Sr. Project Manager with over 10 years of experience to lead the development and design of process and packaging systems in the Food & Beverage sector. The ideal candidate will have expertise in project management, client leadership, and GMP standards. Responsibilities include managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and leading project execution. This role emphasizes a supportive culture that fosters professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading process and packaging systems development.
• Leadership skills with a drive to expand client base.
• Understanding of facility operational requirements and GMP standards.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of process and packaging systems within CPG manufacturing.
• Provide client leadership in project development prior to design.
• Develop long-standing client relationships based on trust.
• Mentor planning professionals within the firm.
• Manage financials and client correspondence.

Skills

Client leadership

Project management

Excellent communication

Technical analysis

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, or a closely related discipline

Job description

Sr. Project Manager, Project Development & Planning – Food & Beverage, Consumer Packaged Goods

You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1,500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world‑class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development of front‑end programming, planning, schematic design and design development of process and packaging systems within CPG manufacturing facilities.
• Provide client & technical leadership in the development of capital projects for Food, Beverage and Consumer Packaged Goods clients prior to design and construction.
• Develop long‑standing client relationships that are based on trust and technical competence.
• Expertise in project development and execution including; development of project plans and strategies, project resourcing, and overall project budgets that can be executed to achieve the client’s investment objectives.
• Focus on overall project success and accomplishment of objectives related to scope, schedule, and budget, as well as critical elements of client satisfaction and client development.
• Analyze and develop specialized manufacturing solutions to meet the client’s objectives for new and existing cGMP facilities.
• Maintain knowledge of Food, Beverage, and Consumer Packaged Goods industry standards, best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and provide guidance to technical and planning professionals within the firm.
• Project Management Tasks include; client leadership, client development, defining client goals and objectives, management of project financials, client and vendor correspondence, technical analysis, solution development and presentation of deliverables to the client.
• Lead and/or assist on client requests for proposals, develop customer presentations, interface with current and future client representatives, and perform other duties as needed.
• Make an impact day‑to‑day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and the Design Group team.

What You’ll Bring

• 10+ years of experience leading the development and design of process and packaging systems, including; programmatic design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, permit acquisition and field implementation.
• Leadership skills and experience with a drive to grow and expand local and regional clients.
• The ability to lead design of GMP manufacturing and distribution facilities.
• An understanding of facility operational requirements, people and material flows, adjacency schemes, environmental classifications, food safety, GMP and an understanding of various industry regulatory requirements
• A working knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes
• Experience in the development, design and execution for greenfield and brownfield facilities as well scope development to be completed within operating facilities.
• Experience interfacing with clients and in establishing long‑term client relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and client interaction abilities.
• A willingness to travel for project requirements including client meetings, facility assessments, operational reviews, construction and start‑up activities, client and company sponsored meetings.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, or a closely related discipline.

Our Culture & Commitment

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Sr. Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world‑class consultant and a highly effective leader.