Project Manager - Industrial Manufacturing, Hybrid Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Black & Veatch - Des Moines, IA

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Des Moines, IA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Project Manager for Industrial Manufacturing at Black & Veatch is responsible for overseeing medium to large engineering, procurement, construction, or design-build projects within the manufacturing, ag/bio-process, and food/beverage industries. This role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and the ability to manage project execution while ensuring safety, cost, schedule, and quality standards are met. The position involves collaboration with multi-discipline teams and clients to deliver successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and clients effectively.
• Oversee a team of multi-discipline engineers to deliver detailed design projects from schematic design through construction administration.
• Create winning proposals and ensure strong project execution in collaboration with team members across multiple time zones.
• Negotiate with executive management within clients' organizations to achieve project goals.
• Communicate project status, next steps, and potential risks to the sales and account management team.
• Develop and maintain the Project Execution Plan and staffing plan.
• Forecast project financials and manage risks associated with fixed price, new technology, and non-domestic markets.
• Prepare and present monthly project reviews to management.
• Develop and maintain the project Change Management Program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering or a related field.
• 9+ years of relevant experience in industrial manufacturing, particularly in food & beverage and precision fermentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on client service and relationship management.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in managing client invoicing, internal and external costs, and overall project profitability.
• Ability to develop and maintain detailed project schedules, preferably using P6 or Project software.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to drive results independently.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in design, construction, and operations within the manufacturing sector.
• Familiarity with project management software and tools.
• Proven ability to maintain key client relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with benefits starting on day 1.
• 401K matching plan.
• Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance.
• Paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• Adoption reimbursement and tuition reimbursement.
• Vendor discounts and an employment referral program.
• Performance-based bonus program.