Manager, Engineering Projects

Saputo • Milwaukee, WI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? How you will make contributions that matter… Manage and oversee multiple capital projects from their inception through their completion simultaneously. Assist in developing capital project plans. Focus on building construction and infrastructure improvement projects. Experience in multiple trade management on large construction sites. Coordinate and develop a clear project scope and cost estimate in conjunction with the proper teams. Communicate effectively with Operations, Quality, Tech Services and other internal teams to ensure that project design and layout is satisfactory and timelines are met. Source, develop and maintain strong working relationships with contractors, vendors and suppliers. Create and read Process and Instrumentation Drawings for projects. Provide awareness of new processes and equipment in order to reduce cost and promote efficiencies within the operation. Provide assistance to the operations group when directed in the area of Repairs and Maintenance costs and preventative maintenance programs. Assist and provide technical support in the area of energy savings and effluent reduction within the plants. Understand federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the dairy industry, which covers equipment, structural requirements and environmental (e.g. building codes and structural requirements, 3A, OSHA, NFPA). Enforce the Company’s policies and programs with contractors and vendors. Travel will be expected up to 80% of the time. Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years engineering and project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of and experience in utilities, boilers, refrigeration, ammonia, air compressors, steam and condensate, glycol, HVAC, plant water supply and distribution.
• Knowledge of general building construction, MCC, electrical wiring and distribution systems, including high voltage.
• Understanding of accounting principles (i.e. fixed assets, depreciation, capital expense, etc.).
• Strong customer orientation: ability to develop relationships and effectively influence at all levels internally (e.g. management teams) and externally (e.g. contractors).
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, presentation and analytical skills.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with broad-based business acumen and experience, with proven ability to identify opportunities and lead change initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technology or related field.
• Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Project (desired).

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee multiple capital projects from their inception through their completion simultaneously.
• Assist in developing capital project plans.
• Focus on building construction and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Coordinate and develop a clear project scope and cost estimate in conjunction with the proper teams.
• Communicate effectively with Operations, Quality, Tech Services and other internal teams to ensure that project design and layout is satisfactory and timelines are met.
• Source, develop and maintain strong working relationships with contractors, vendors and suppliers.
• Create and read Process and Instrumentation Drawings for projects.
• Provide awareness of new processes and equipment in order to reduce cost and promote efficiencies within the operation.
• Provide assistance to the operations group when directed in the area of Repairs and Maintenance costs and preventative maintenance programs.
• Assist and provide technical support in the area of energy savings and effluent reduction within the plants.
• Understand federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the dairy industry, which covers equipment, structural requirements and environmental (e.g. building codes and structural requirements, 3A, OSHA, NFPA).
• Enforce the Company’s policies and programs with contractors and vendors.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager